After months of rumors and speculation, Bethesda and Virtuos Studio have officially unveiled and released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. Now available for $49.99, the game can be experienced on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Alongside the launch, Bethesda has also shared the official PC system requirements, and they’re surprisingly demanding.
Powered by Unreal Engine 5
This remastered version of Oblivion has been completely rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5, offering significant graphical upgrades, reworked combat mechanics, and newly recorded dialogues. However, it still retains the charm of the original, including its quirky dialogues, beloved mini-games, and all downloadable content—Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine expansions are included.
Minimum System Requirements
To run the game at the lowest settings, you’ll need:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- CPU: Intel Core i7-6800K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
- RAM: 16 GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 5700
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 125 GB available space
Recommended System Requirements
For a smoother, higher-quality experience, Bethesda recommends:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- CPU: Intel Core i5-10600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
- RAM: 32 GB
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 2080 or AMD Radeon RX 6800XT
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 125 GB available space
While the system specs might be steep for a remaster, it makes sense given the next-gen graphics, enhanced lighting, and Unreal Engine 5 capabilities. PC gamers hoping to run the game at ultra settings with smooth performance may want to consider an upgrade if they’re not already equipped with modern hardware.
