Oblivion fans are delighted with the fidelity of the remaster

The remastering of Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion has been enthusiastically received by the gaming community, turning the classic adventure into an impressive wrapper of Unreal Engine 5. Among the new features brought by this remastering, improvements in lip-syncing of memorable lines stand out, adding a new level of polish to a game that has always been considered a diamond in the rough.

A remaster so faithful that the same things can still be done

One of the most exciting surprises for speedrunners is that they can reuse old strategies with the same comfort as putting on their favorite pair of pants. A notable example is the well-known YouTuber Bacon_, who managed to complete the remaster in just 12.5 minutes. This time was made possible thanks to privileged access to an old trick that provides direct access to the end of the game from the Temple of the Imperial City, a finding that dates back to the original version of Oblivion.

The end of the game, which includes Sean Bean’s sacrifice, takes place in a variant of the loading space of the Imperial City Temple, allowing players to completely bypass most of the main plot. Bacon_ took advantage of newly introduced physics resources by UE5 technology to reach this hidden door, using an innovative approach that combines high-performance skills and an interesting glitch.

Despite the joy that comes with the speed at which the story can be completed, many in the community long to enjoy the missions of the Dark Brotherhood and the Thieves Guild at a leisurely pace. As the community dives back into the world of Tamriel, Bacon_ and other content creators are beginning to remaster iconic moments from Oblivion, establishing a new level of appreciation for this work that remains relevant even two decades after its release.

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