Oblivion Remastered guide: Everything you need to return to Cyrodiil

Oblivion Remastered guide - Archer shooting a minotaur.

Stepping back into Oblivion Remastered can feel a bit overwhelming, even for those of us who played the original way back *checks watch* 19 years ago. For those Skyrim fans who stepped into the game expecting something similar, I'm sorry to tell you that Oblivion is a different beast entirely.

Whether it's trying to overcome the game's inscrutable persuasion or lockpick minigames, or working out how the hell you became a vampire and what you're supposed to do about it, Oblivion is a lot less streamlined than Skyrim, but that's part of its charm. It's an RPG that rewards you for going with the flow and experimenting a little as you explore Cyrodiil.

If you're looking for tips as you step back into the RPG, or play it for the first time, I've included a selection of our Oblivion guides down below. There's a section for character creation, notable changes in the remaster, getting started with unfamiliar mechanics, and even some details about starting the game's beloved DLC. Happy trails in Tamriel!

Creating a character

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What's new?

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Getting started

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Joining a guild

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Odds and ends

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Additional adventures

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