Oblivion Remastered Hides Skyrim’s Throat of the World at Map’s Edge

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In a fresh turn for Skyrim enthusiasts, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has just been launched on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X. Originally released about two decades ago, Oblivion was initially limited to PC and Xbox 360 platforms. Consequently, many players who are now adults might not have experienced the game during its initial release, while others may only dimly remember it despite extensive playthroughs. In contrast, Skyrim has remained pertinent due to being the latest and most advanced title in the series, as well as frequent re-releases. Oblivion, however, has not enjoyed such consistent attention. Therefore, this week’s remastered version from Bethesda and Xbox marks the first opportunity for many players to revisit the RPG in years.

To clarify, telling apart old memories that have become hazy with time from fresh, newly added content can sometimes be challenging, particularly given the extensive updates made to the game in pursuit of a more contemporary feel. However, it’s important to note that while the remaster may not contain a lot of new content per se, there is some fresh material included alongside numerous enhancements and upgrades to the original version.

As I roam across the updated landscape of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, I catch a glimpse of a colossal peak towering on the horizon – none other than Skyrim’s majestic Throat of the World. Interestingly enough, this breathtaking sight wasn’t part of the original game.

For those unfamiliar, The Elder Scrolls: IV Oblivion takes place in Cyrodiil, a region that shares a border with Skyrim, the setting for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Consequently, if you manage to scale high enough, you’ll be able to spot The Throat of the World on the Oblivion Remastered map.

In addition to the highest peak in Skyrim now being visible from the border of the Oblivion Remastered map, a significant portion of Skyrim’s landscape has been created within the game. However, this terrain is not accessible through regular gameplay; it requires development tools to explore.

Absolutely, it’s likely that the feature wasn’t included in the initial game release due to the technological constraints and advancements in gaming during the mid-2000s. However, a great deal has evolved in terms of game development since 2006.

The re-imagined version of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion can be obtained on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X. You can also get it as part of certain subscription tiers with Xbox Game Pass, in addition to purchasing it for $50. For comprehensive updates about the new Oblivion remaster, such as recent news, rumors, leaks, and speculations, follow this link.

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2025-04-26 05:42