Bethesda Softworks Confirms The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Release Date for Nintendo Switch 2
Bethesda Softworks has officially announced that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, with a digital release scheduled on the Nintendo eShop in 2026.
The news was revealed during the most recent Nintendo Direct, cementing years of anticipation among fans eager to revisit one of the most acclaimed role-playing experiences of its era on a new generation platform. A Collaborative Remaster for a New Era Bethesda Game Studios, in partnership with Virtuos, has undertaken the task of rejuvenating the 2006 Game of the Year, providing The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion with all-new, visually striking graphics and enhanced gameplay mechanics.
The remaster leverages the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2, offering an experience designed to captivate both longtime fans and newcomers alike. In a statement shared during the Nintendo Direct, Bethesda and Virtuos emphasized their commitment to authenticity, noting that the world of Cyrodiil has been meticulously rebuilt.
Players can expect every detail of Tamriel to be preserved and enhanced, delivering a sense of immersion that honors the original while elevating it to modern standards. Key Features and Complete Adventure The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered presents several standout features, as outlined by Bethesda: - Vast Reimagined World: Players will traverse Cyrodiil and venture into the planes of Oblivion, all rendered with reimagined visuals and fine graphical enhancements that bring the landscapes and architecture to life. - Deep Role-Playing Freedom: As in the original, players can adopt various paths—heroic warriors, cunning assassins, wise sorcerers, or industrious blacksmiths—allowing for a truly personalised gameplay experience. - Engaging Narrative and Characters: The adventure boasts a vibrant universe filled with memorable inhabitants and branching stories, ensuring every playthrough is unique. - All Expansions Included: Every major expansion released for the original game, including Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine, as well as additional downloadable content, will be bundled with this remaster, delivering the definitive Oblivion experience. A Legacy Renewed on Nintendo Switch 2 Originally launched in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion received widespread acclaim, earning numerous Game of the Year honors and setting new standards for open-world RPGs.
Its arrival on Nintendo Switch 2 through the eShop in 2026 marks a major milestone, as it introduces this classic to a new audience and takes full advantage of contemporary hardware advancements. The partnership between Bethesda Softworks and Virtuos builds on a history of acclaimed remasters and ports.
With refined gameplay and enhanced visuals, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered aims to honor the legacy of its predecessor while captivating players on Nintendo's latest hardware.
As the 2026 release approaches, RPG fans have reason to look forward to exploring Cyrodiil once more—now more immersive than ever on the Nintendo Switch 2.
The news was revealed during the most recent Nintendo Direct, cementing years of anticipation among fans eager to revisit one of the most acclaimed role-playing experiences of its era on a new generation platform. A Collaborative Remaster for a New Era Bethesda Game Studios, in partnership with Virtuos, has undertaken the task of rejuvenating the 2006 Game of the Year, providing The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion with all-new, visually striking graphics and enhanced gameplay mechanics.
The remaster leverages the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2, offering an experience designed to captivate both longtime fans and newcomers alike. In a statement shared during the Nintendo Direct, Bethesda and Virtuos emphasized their commitment to authenticity, noting that the world of Cyrodiil has been meticulously rebuilt.
Players can expect every detail of Tamriel to be preserved and enhanced, delivering a sense of immersion that honors the original while elevating it to modern standards. Key Features and Complete Adventure The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered presents several standout features, as outlined by Bethesda: - Vast Reimagined World: Players will traverse Cyrodiil and venture into the planes of Oblivion, all rendered with reimagined visuals and fine graphical enhancements that bring the landscapes and architecture to life. - Deep Role-Playing Freedom: As in the original, players can adopt various paths—heroic warriors, cunning assassins, wise sorcerers, or industrious blacksmiths—allowing for a truly personalised gameplay experience. - Engaging Narrative and Characters: The adventure boasts a vibrant universe filled with memorable inhabitants and branching stories, ensuring every playthrough is unique. - All Expansions Included: Every major expansion released for the original game, including Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine, as well as additional downloadable content, will be bundled with this remaster, delivering the definitive Oblivion experience. A Legacy Renewed on Nintendo Switch 2 Originally launched in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion received widespread acclaim, earning numerous Game of the Year honors and setting new standards for open-world RPGs.
Its arrival on Nintendo Switch 2 through the eShop in 2026 marks a major milestone, as it introduces this classic to a new audience and takes full advantage of contemporary hardware advancements. The partnership between Bethesda Softworks and Virtuos builds on a history of acclaimed remasters and ports.
With refined gameplay and enhanced visuals, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered aims to honor the legacy of its predecessor while captivating players on Nintendo's latest hardware.
As the 2026 release approaches, RPG fans have reason to look forward to exploring Cyrodiil once more—now more immersive than ever on the Nintendo Switch 2.
