How to lockpick in Oblivion Remastered and get more lockpicks

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Mastering the lockpicking skill in Oblivion Remastered is highly beneficial, as it allows you to unlock hidden treasures within secure containers and gain access to areas previously unreachable. The unique minigame involved may seem puzzling at first, but if you don’t grasp its mechanics, you might find yourself getting annoyed as your precious lockpicks break one by one.

Here to provide assistance, offering a guide on picking locks within Oblivion Remastered, along with suggestions for acquiring additional lockpicks to ensure you’re able to bypass any obstacles requiring breaches of security.

Oblivion Remastered lockpicking explained

In contrast to the lockpicking minigames found in Skyrim and Fallout, the one in Oblivion Remastered operates differently and could leave you feeling frustrated if you dive right in without proper understanding. Since you don’t have unlimited lockpicks, using them carelessly will deplete your stock quickly. To get a grasp of it, move the left joystick sideways to select up to five distinct tumblers. When under a pin, press the stick forward to lift it into the lock. It is crucial that you press X/A when the pin has reached its highest point on the tumbler and hasn’t started moving down yet; otherwise, you risk breaking your lockpick and possibly causing other pins to become dislodged.

To conquer this mini-game effectively, remember that when you tap the pins with your lockpick, they can move at varying speeds – the quicker they move, the less time you’ll have to properly set them without damaging your pick. So, avoid rushing and instead choose a pin, tap it several times to gauge its movement pace, always ready to adjust it when you notice slower movements towards the lock.

To practice lockpicking in Oblivion Remastered, save your game manually when you come across a lock, then try picking it. If you use too many lockpicks and fail, simply reload your saved game and give it another go. With enough practice, you’ll be able to pick any lock in the game, regardless of its difficulty or your character’s skill level. However, having a higher Security skill will make the process easier over time.

Where to get more lockpicks in Oblivion Remastered

In the world of Oblivion Remastered, I’ve discovered that lockpicks are plentiful, often tucked away in the belongings of defeated foes, particularly Goblins and Bandits. Additionally, these elusive tools can be found nestled within containers scattered throughout their camps. Since looting is second nature to any Bethesda RPG player, you’ll likely amass a fortune of such items without even trying. What makes lockpicks extra appealing is that they weigh nothing, allowing you to stockpile them as abundantly as your adventures permit.

As you scavenge for lockpicks during your exploration, keep in mind that they might not always be found – but don’t worry because there are various spots where you can purchase them to restock. In the initial stages of the game, you can buy lockpicks from Shady Sam, who stands outside the Imperial City walls on the northwest side. I’ve pointed out his location on the map above; you can reach him by following the curving city walls around the exterior.

Sam, the cunning fellow, keeps a stockpile of thirty lockpicks available for purchase. Every day, he restocks this collection. Normally, these lockpicks go for six gold pieces each, but given your proficiency in Mercantile, you might be able to negotiate a slight price decrease – just don’t hold your breath waiting for a significant discount!

As you advance in the game, you’ll find more merchants offering lockpicks if you manage to become part of either the Oblivion Remastered Dark Brotherhood or the Oblivion Remastered Thieves Guild. Both groups can provide these useful items, but it’s important to note that the fences within the Thieves Guild have a significantly larger inventory of them.

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2025-04-24 19:40