The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered brings a fresh take on one of Bethesda's landmark titles, enhancing visuals, gameplay mechanics, and more, while still preserving one of the original's most cherished quirks.

Veteran fans of the Elder Scrolls series will fondly remember Master Speechcraft trainer Tandilwe, the High Elf found in the Temple of the One within the Imperial City. When Oblivion first hit the shelves for PC and Xbox 360 over 19 years ago, it became evident that Tandilwe herself could have benefited from her own training. Her voice lines included an amusing recording where actress Linda Kenyon appears to be making another attempt at delivering her line, a blooper that has since become legendary among fans.

Begging Bethesda to keep this voice acting flub in Oblivion Remastered pic.twitter.com/rzGymRMchw

— TheNCSmaster (@TheNCSmaster) April 21, 2025

As players embarked on their journey through the rejuvenated world of Cyrodiil with the remaster's launch yesterday, many were eager to see how much of the original remained. While the game boasts updated environments, character models, and items, fans have been delighted to discover that some of the original's charming imperfections, including Tandilwe's iconic blooper, have been lovingly preserved. The lack of subtitles adds to the authenticity of the experience, just as it was nearly two decades ago.

THEY KEPT THE BLOOPER IN OBLIVION REMASTERED YESSSS #OblivionRemastered pic.twitter.com/SiwfbnF5cK

— samwise (@kojimahead) April 23, 2025

In a 2019 interview with YouTube's Jake 'The Voice' Parr, Linda Kenyon herself addressed the infamous blooper that made it into the game and became an internet sensation, humorously stating, "It wasn't my fault!"

While thousands of players dive into Oblivion Remastered, debates swirl around whether it leans more towards a remake or a remaster. Yet, many fans appreciate that much of the original's quirky charm remains intact. Both Bethesda and Virtuos were committed to maintaining this essence of the game, a decision that appears to resonate well with both new and returning players.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered surprise-launched yesterday for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S. For more insights, you can explore how the modding community rallied to release numerous mods shortly after the remaster's announcement. Additionally, click here to learn why one of the original designers views the remaster as "Oblivion 2.0."