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Oblivion Remastered Update Seems To Have Borked The Visuals
Blurred lines. Bethesda recently released an update for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for the Switch 2, adding in a bunch of fixes for numerous crashes and other weird little glitches. The problem, however, is that the update seems to have made the visuals noticeably…
UK Charts: Oblivion Remastered Takes A Tumble After Its Strong Debut
Still hanging on. The latest UK boxed charts data is in, and Oblivion Remastered has taken a bit of a tumble after its strong debut, falling from the top spot all the way down to number 20. It's still not bad, and a drop in sales is always to be expected after launch, but we do w…
Gallery: Celebrating Oblivion Remastered's Switch 2 Physical With Some Bethesda Goodies
By Azura, by Azura, by Azura! It didn't take long for the mood to dampen around Oblivion Remastered 's Switch 2 launch, as Bethesda followed up the reveal with the announcement that it (alongside the Skyrim and Fallout 4 ports) would be relegated to a code-in-a-box physical relea…
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 15, 2026 – Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered shoots to the top for Nintendo Switch 2 launch
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 15, 2026 is now available. The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered seems to be off to a good start on Nintendo Switch 2. In its first week, the game is already at #1, showing there’s a lot of interest in the port as w…
Xbox Series S Compared To Nintendo Switch 2 In Oblivion Remastered Analysis
An impressive feat, but not without its downsides. Xbox first-party title The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has finally made its way on the Nintendo Switch 2 , and we've been very curious to see how it would fare on the system compared to the Xbox Series S. Good news - th…
Digital Foundry breaks down Oblivion Remastered specs on Switch 2
In need of further remastering?
Modding the Khajiit lands into Oblivion is still the cat's meow
Elsweyr the Deserts of Anequina stands the test of time.
Oblivion Remastered Switch 2 Launch Could Bring Patches to PS5 and PC
The recent launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been so highly praised due to its optimisation that Bethesda is considering finally patching the RPG on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The post Oblivion Remastered Switch 2 Launch Could Bring Patches to PS5 and PC…
Bethesda says its “looking into” an Oblivion Remastered Performance Patch for PC and consoles
Bethesda is “looking into” bringing Oblivion Remastered’s Switch 2 optimisations to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been released on Switch 2, arriving with new optimisations that allowed the game to run on Nintendo’s mobile gaming hardware…
'Oblivion Remastered' on Switch 2 Is Making Players Ask for More Updates, But Why?
"Oblivion Remastered" on Switch 2 runs well with new optimizations, prompting Bethesda to consider bringing similar improvements to PS5, Xbox, and PC.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 is a competent handheld experience all things considered
Ahead of our full comparison, we have some thoughts about The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 handheld and how it feels compared to Steam Deck and ROG Ally.
Oblivion Remastered Switch 2 Reviews Just Put More Pressure on Elden Ring
Oblivion Remastered's Switch 2 reviews raises some big questions about whether Elden Ring can avoid the same fate.
Oblivion Remastered's Switch 2 improvements could come to other platforms, says Bethesda
"We've heard your feedback asking for an additional patch for Oblivion Remastered"
Video: How Does Oblivion Remastered On Switch 2 Compare To The Steam Deck?
Let's find out. Now that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is out on the Switch 2, you might be wondering just how it compares to another handheld competitor: the Steam Deck. Our lovely video producer Alex has provided some footage – including handheld – to demonstrate ho…
Bethesda Hints At Plans To Improve Xbox Version Of Oblivion Remastered
That will hopefully bring Switch 2 optimisations to Xbox. An optimised version of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered launched on Nintendo Switch 2 this week, and despite suffering performance issues for over a year now, Xbox users were disappointed by the lack of an Xbox S…
Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 is a miracle port – and a reminder the RPG still isn't fixed
Bethesda and Virtuos have successfully brought the Unreal Engine 5 remaster of The Elder Scrolls 4 to Switch 2, but root-level issues hurt the experience
Oblivion Remastered Could Finally Be Fixed on PS5 as Bethesda Promises 'Optimisations' Patch
Take your time. It's been roughly 16 months since The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered launched on PS5, and the open world revival still runs poorly on Sony's system. Although a couple of post-release updates did smooth performance to some extent, it remains a noticeably chop…
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered launch trailer – Bethesda’s RPG lands on Nintendo Switch 2
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered has finally come to Nintendo Switch 2, and alongside that, we have the new launch trailer. This marks the first time that the RPG has appeared on a Nintendo console. Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview: The E…
Oblivion Remastered could finally get the performance fixes players have been waiting for
Bethesda is looking to bring new optimizations to Oblivion Remastered
Bethesda Aware Of Feedback Asking For Additional Oblivion Remastered Patch
The Switch 2 version could also benefit from some post-launch updates. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is now available on the Switch 2. While it's in a playable state, the game's performance and some other things could potentially benefit from a patch or two. While the…
Getting Oblivion Remastered On A Physical Nintendo Switch 2 Cartridge Was Challenging For A Heap Of Different Reasons
I had the chance to sit down with Bethesda Game Studios Associate Art Director Dan Lee as well as Studio Director Tom Mustaine ahead of The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remastered launching on Nintendo Switch 2. In addition to finding out about the game and how it runs on the Nintendo…
Oblivion Remastered Optimisation Update Finally Confirmed
After more than a year of silence, Bethesda finally reveals that a new Oblivion Remastered update is on the way.
First Nintendo Switch 2 gameplay revealed for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered
If you’re wondering how The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion turned out on Nintendo Switch 2, you may want to check out some of the first gameplay that has just emerged. We’re still technically a few days out before the RPG hits Nintendo’s console. That said, it looks like physical copi…
Oblivion Remastered Is Less Than 60GB On Switch 2
The developers who halved the game's file size for Switch 2 have explained why making that happen was so important to them.
Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 Outshines Xbox Series S, as NVIDIA DLSS Becomes The System’s Secret Weapon Again
Following last year's release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, Bethesda has now launched The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2. As the game still doesn't run as well as it should on the other platforms due to the demanding Unreal En…
Video: The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 vs. Xbox Series S vs. Steam Machine graphics comparison
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is launching imminently on Nintendo Switch 2, and a new graphics comparison video is in which puts the new version up against PS5, Xbox Series S, and Steam Machine. The comparison comes from ElAnalistaDeBits. It states that settings on Nin…
Bethesda veteran says Oblivion Remastered can't be called a remake, unlike Final Fantasy 7 and Resident Evil 2 which are "completely new games"
"It really came down to Todd's perception of - well, the core bones are still the original game. So it's disingenuous to call it a remake"
Feature: "It's Disingenuous To Call It A Remake" - Bethesda On Why Oblivion For Switch 2 Is A Remaster
"the core bones are still the original game". I don't know about you, but one of my favourite memories of the Switch was the debut announcement trailer . Not only did it effortlessly communicate what the console could do, but it showcased one of the biggest games of the previous…
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Madden NFL 27, Duskfade, more
Listings on the eShops provide file sizes for a bunch of Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch games. These include The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Madden NFL 27, Duskfade, and more. Here’s the full roundup: Switch 2 The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered – 61.5GB Madden NFL 2…
Nintendo Download – August 6, 2026 (North America) – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Montabi, more
It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of August 6, 2026. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Montabi, and more. Here’s the full roundup: Switch 2 Retail The Elder Scrolls 4: Obl…
Xbox Switch 2 rollout continues with Oblivion Remastered in August and Diablo 4 in September
Microsoft has been a big early supporter of the Switch 2 platform, bringing over several of its biggest games over within the console's first year on the market. So far, we've seen titles like Overwatch, Fallout 4 and Indiana Jones brought over. Now over the next couple of months…
Aussie Bargain Roundup: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Deluxe Edition
And it's on the card!
I enjoyed this video of Oblivion Remastered actor Wes Johnson goofing around in a sound booth dressed as Sheogorath, but a patch for the PC version would be nice too, Bethesda
Bethesda takes a different approach to marketing its Switch 2 launch.
Resident Evil 4 made Capcom another $560 million and became the best-selling remake of the generation, analyst says, more than tripling sales of Oblivion Remastered and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
That's a lot of Evil
Bethesda says layoffs haven't affected 'the roadmap' for The Elder Scrolls 6, it hasn't forgotten Oblivion Remastered, and it's not telling you this because Asha Sharma forced it to
Well, that clears that up.
Oblivion Remastered's lengthy patch drought could end with its Switch 2 release, which Bethesda say includes "optimisations" they hope to bring to PC
It's been just over a year since Oblivion Remastered got update 1.2 , a patch aiming to improve its performance and fix a bunch of bugs that'd been floating around since release. Since that point, the Elder Scrolls 4 revamp's been without any major updates, despite problems persi…
Oblivion Remastered’s Broken PC/Console Versions Could Be Fixed By Switch 2 Port
The game's PC and Console versions could finally be fixed, and it's all thanks to the Switch 2.
Bethesda Chief Todd Howard Issues Rare Reddit Comment, Fans Immediately Call for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Patch
Bethesda chief Todd Howard has issued a rare post on Reddit, telling gamers that the developer is "constantly listening” to fans on the website. And so, unsurprisingly, fans have responded with requests.
Oblivion Remastered Still Suffering Performance Issues Amid Fallout Announcement
If the Oblivion remaster is any indication, maybe we should be more sceptical about Fallout 3 and New Vegas.