Oblivion Remastered Stuns as 20-Year-Old Dupe Glitch Surfaces

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been met with widespread excitement, especially following the rediscovery of the iconic Dupe Item Glitch that fans loved 20 years ago. This remaster, developed by Bethesda Game Studios and Virtuos, retains much of the original's charm while offering a significant visual upgrade. Players can now revisit Cyrodiil with the same gameplay quirks that have become legendary, including the ability to duplicate items like arrows and money through a simple menu navigation, ensuring both nostalgia and practicality for the adventures ahead. Releasing on April 22, 2025, the remaster reinforces the developers' goal to deliver a faithful yet enhanced experience, leading to discussions on whether it should be classified as a remaster or a remake.

The Dupe Item Glitch allows players to duplicate almost any item in the game by performing a sequence of menu navigations near a barrel or storage crate, providing endless supplies and wealth, reminiscent of its original mechanics from the 2006 version.

Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion became a cornerstone of role-playing games, offering an expansive open world and deep storytelling. Its subsequent remaster not only enhances graphics and performance on modern consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, but also pays homage to the quirks that endeared it to a generation of gamers. This nostalgia-driven approach validates the remaster's appeal among long-time fans while effectively engaging new players.