Fans of The Elder Scrolls series have a reason to celebrate today, as Bethesda has shown immense appreciation for the modding community by gifting free game keys for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered to the entire team behind the popular mod, Skyblivion. In a heartfelt post on BlueSky, the Skyblivion team expressed their gratitude, stating, "As massive fans, we're beyond grateful for the generous gift of Oblivion Remastered game keys for our entire modding team! This means so much to us. Thank you for everything, Bethesda!"
Skyblivion is a highly anticipated fan-made remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, crafted by the dedicated volunteers of the TESRenewal modding group. Utilizing Bethesda's Creation Engine, this project aims to bring Oblivion to life within the world of its sequel, Skyrim. What started as a simple port has evolved into a full-scale remake, boasting enhanced features and new content. The project, which has been in development for over a decade, is set to launch this year.
The relationship between Bethesda and the Skyblivion team has always been described as "very good terms." However, with rumors swirling about an official Oblivion remaster, some fans speculated that Bethesda might be trying to preempt Skyblivion's release. Addressing these concerns in a statement released just days before today's showcase, the Skyblivion team reassured fans, saying, "Bethesda has always been supportive of community projects like ours," and emphasized that there is "no need for comparisons or a sense of competition" between the two projects.
It's worth noting that Oblivion Remastered does not include official mod support, though the modding community has already begun creating unofficial mods shortly after its release. Both Skyblivion and Oblivion Remastered offer unique experiences: Skyblivion will not be available on consoles, while Oblivion Remastered lacks the new and refurbished content promised by Skyblivion but includes the horse armor DLC for Deluxe Edition buyers. Each version provides a different aesthetic and gameplay feel, interpreting the integration of Skyrim's elements into the world of Oblivion differently. While you can dive into Oblivion Remastered today, fans eager for Skyblivion will need to wait a bit longer.
As we await the release of Skyblivion, you can explore why some players consider today's release more of a remake than a remaster and the reasoning behind Bethesda's decision to label it as "Remastered."
For those interested in diving into Oblivion Remastered, we have prepared a comprehensive guide that includes an expansive Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and every Guild Quest, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and much more.
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