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Oblivion Remastered Mods: Best Mods, How to Install, and Everything You Need to Know

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April 23, 2025

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It’s finally here—The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. Bethesda gave one of its most beloved RPGs a visual overhaul, and while the updated version already looks pretty fantastic, let’s be honest: no Elder Scrolls game feels complete without mods.

Now, Bethesda hasn’t officially opened the gates for modding in the remaster, which has left a few players scratching their heads. But if you’ve been around the community for a while, you know that modders never really wait for permission. Mods are already pouring in, and some of them are straight-up game changers.

Let’s talk about the ones that actually improve your experience, without breaking the game—or your patience.

So… Can You Mod the Remastered Version?

Technically, there’s no official toolkit or support yet, which means no fancy mod launcher built into the game. But modding is still totally possible. In fact, Nexus Mods already has an entire section dedicated to the remastered version.

If you’ve ever modded Skyrim or the original Oblivion, you’ll feel right at home. Some mods are plug-and-play, others need a bit of tweaking. Either way, it’s doable.

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Mods You Should Install Right Now

Oblivion Remastered Mods Best Mods, How to Install, and Everything You Need to Know
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Let’s skip the boring stuff and get straight into the good stuff. Here are the mods that are already making waves in the community.

1. Ultra+ Visual Overhaul

This one is a beast. It gives the game a major graphical boost with high-resolution textures, better shadows, enhanced lighting, and all the little visual flourishes you didn’t even realize you wanted until you saw them. It’s like adding a second coat of polish over an already polished remaster.

2. Carry Weight Tweaks

One of the most annoying things about Oblivion? Running out of inventory space mid-dungeon and having to dump your loot. This mod quietly boosts your carry capacity so you can focus on the fun stuff—like hoarding gear and ignoring the laws of physics.

3. Achievement Saver

This is for all the perfectionists out there. Normally, using console commands blocks achievements, which is a bummer if you’re just trying to fix a bug or spawn a missing item. This mod lets you keep your achievements even after using commands. Yes, finally.

4. Difficulty Fix

The original difficulty slider could be a little… wonky. Crank it up, and enemies turn into sponges. Drop it down, and you become a demigod. This mod evens things out by making damage scale in a more sensible way. Combat feels way more fair without being too easy.

5. Ayleid Reshade

This mod doesn’t just mess with brightness and contrast—it totally transforms the game’s vibe. Think mysterious ruins bathed in ethereal light and foggy forests that feel like they’re hiding secrets. It’s gorgeous without being overdone.

6. Classic Color Rework

If you’re feeling a little nostalgic, this one’s for you. It takes the color grading from the original game and brings it into the remastered world. It’s like flipping on a memory switch—suddenly it feels like 2006 again, just with better graphics.

7. Minimalist HUD

Ever wish you could move or resize the health bars and magic meters? Now you can. This HUD mod is simple but powerful—it lets you clean up your screen and customize the layout so it fits your playstyle. Bonus: it works great for ultrawide monitors.

8. Unleveled Rewards

Here’s a mod that really changes the game: instead of scaling quest rewards to your level, it lets you earn fixed gear. That means you can find a powerful sword early on—or get a dud at level 40. It adds risk, surprise, and replay value. Highly recommended.

Wait, Can You Still Use Old Mods?

Surprisingly, yes. A lot of older Oblivion mods are still compatible, especially ones that tweak textures or add standalone content. You’ll want to steer clear of mods that rely on outdated scripts, but the good news is: many classic favorites still work with a little tweaking.

Here are a few classics worth revisiting:

  • Better Cities – Makes cities feel more alive and immersive.
  • Oscuro’s Oblivion Overhaul (OOO) – Overhauls almost everything: enemies, loot, leveling, the works.
  • Unique Landscapes – Adds more detail and diversity to the world.
  • Qarls Texture Pack – Still holds up for environmental textures.
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How to Install Mods for Oblivion Remastered

Option 1: Use Vortex (Recommended for Beginners)

Vortex, from Nexus Mods, makes modding easy and safe. Here’s how:

  1. Download and install Vortex from the official Nexus Mods website.
  2. Add Oblivion Remastered as a game in your Vortex dashboard.
  3. Browse mods on the Nexus Mods page for Oblivion Remastered.
  4. Click “Mod Manager Download” and let Vortex handle installation.
  5. Enable the mod from the dashboard.

Option 2: Manual Installation (For Experienced Users)

  1. Download the mod file (usually a .zip or .7z archive).
  2. Extract the contents into your Oblivion Remastered Data folder (typically located in C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Oblivion Remastered\Data).
  3. Enable the plugin by editing your plugins.txt file, or use a launcher that lets you check/uncheck mods.

⚠️ Be cautious with overwriting files. Always back up your original Data folder before adding mods.

Where to Find More Mods

Most of the good stuff lives on Nexus Mods, which has already opened a dedicated category for Oblivion Remastered. Check it out regularly—modders are constantly updating their work and releasing new tweaks.

Here’s the direct link: Nexus Mods – Oblivion Remastered

Also worth checking:

  • Reddit (/r/oblivion) – Great for discovering underrated gems.
  • YouTube – Plenty of mod showcases and tutorials.
  • Discord servers – For real-time help and recommendations.

Skyblivion Is Still a Thing!

Quick side note: Skyblivion, the massive fan project that ports Oblivion into Skyrim’s engine, is still happening and slated for a 2025 release. The team behind it has said they fully support the remaster, and they think both versions can co-exist. So whether you’re playing Remastered or waiting on Skyblivion, you’ve got options.

Final Thoughts

Bethesda may not have rolled out official mod tools just yet, but that hasn’t slowed down the community one bit. Mods are already improving visuals, streamlining gameplay, and adding all the little tweaks that make Oblivion Remastered feel truly modern.

If you’re diving into Cyrodiil again, don’t go in vanilla. With the right mods, the remaster becomes more than just a nostalgia trip—it becomes the definitive way to experience this RPG classic.

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Sophia

Sophia Harper, a gaming news writer from Seattle, covers game reviews, industry trends, and esports events with clarity and depth. An avid gamer, she engages the community with authentic and relatable perspectives.

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