Bethesda Softworks made a significant splash during the latest Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase by unveiling a much-anticipated release: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is officially heading to Nintendo Switch 2.
This announcement comes as welcome news for fans of the critically acclaimed RPG franchise and signals Nintendo’s strengthened partnership with key Western developers. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion originally launched in 2006 to critical acclaim, earning praise for its expansive open world and groundbreaking role-playing systems.
The newly announced remastered edition, which debuted on other platforms in 2023 and will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, brings a host of enhancements that set it apart from a typical remaster.
Bethesda has integrated overhauled visuals, improved animations, and modern gameplay features, blurring the line between remaster and remake for this beloved classic. In a clarified statement from Bethesda during the showcase, studio representatives confirmed that nearly every facet of the original game has received an update tailored for today’s hardware standards.
This approach ensures both longtime fans and newcomers can experience Tamriel in a way that maintains the series’ legacy while meeting current expectations for visual fidelity and gameplay smoothness. Notably, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for Nintendo Switch 2 will also include the celebrated story expansions Knights of the Nine and The Shivering Isles.
By bundling these acclaimed DLCs with the remaster, Bethesda provides a comprehensive RPG package, bringing together the complete Oblivion narrative on a Nintendo platform for the first time. While the exact release date remains set as 2026, the confirmation itself marks a milestone for RPG fans and Nintendo Switch 2’s growing lineup of high-caliber titles.
The presence of a major Western RPG on a next-generation Nintendo console underscores a trend toward broadening the platform’s genre offerings and aligning with global gaming preferences.
As the launch year approaches, further details on performance enhancements and platform-specific features are expected from Bethesda. Gamers eager to revisit Cyrodiil or discover its mysteries for the first time will find plenty to anticipate when The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered arrives on Nintendo Switch 2.
With visual and mechanical upgrades plus both major story DLCs included at launch, this remaster promises to deliver a definitive experience that celebrates Oblivion’s enduring impact on RPG design and Nintendo gaming history.
This announcement comes as welcome news for fans of the critically acclaimed RPG franchise and signals Nintendo’s strengthened partnership with key Western developers. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion originally launched in 2006 to critical acclaim, earning praise for its expansive open world and groundbreaking role-playing systems.
The newly announced remastered edition, which debuted on other platforms in 2023 and will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, brings a host of enhancements that set it apart from a typical remaster.
Bethesda has integrated overhauled visuals, improved animations, and modern gameplay features, blurring the line between remaster and remake for this beloved classic. In a clarified statement from Bethesda during the showcase, studio representatives confirmed that nearly every facet of the original game has received an update tailored for today’s hardware standards.
This approach ensures both longtime fans and newcomers can experience Tamriel in a way that maintains the series’ legacy while meeting current expectations for visual fidelity and gameplay smoothness. Notably, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for Nintendo Switch 2 will also include the celebrated story expansions Knights of the Nine and The Shivering Isles.
By bundling these acclaimed DLCs with the remaster, Bethesda provides a comprehensive RPG package, bringing together the complete Oblivion narrative on a Nintendo platform for the first time. While the exact release date remains set as 2026, the confirmation itself marks a milestone for RPG fans and Nintendo Switch 2’s growing lineup of high-caliber titles.
The presence of a major Western RPG on a next-generation Nintendo console underscores a trend toward broadening the platform’s genre offerings and aligning with global gaming preferences.
As the launch year approaches, further details on performance enhancements and platform-specific features are expected from Bethesda. Gamers eager to revisit Cyrodiil or discover its mysteries for the first time will find plenty to anticipate when The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered arrives on Nintendo Switch 2.
With visual and mechanical upgrades plus both major story DLCs included at launch, this remaster promises to deliver a definitive experience that celebrates Oblivion’s enduring impact on RPG design and Nintendo gaming history.
