The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered breathes new life into one of Bethesda's landmark titles, enhancing visuals, gameplay mechanics, and more, yet Virtuos has kept a cherished relic from the original intact: a memorable voice acting blooper.
Veteran fans of The Elder Scrolls series will fondly recall Master Speechcraft trainer Tandilwe, a High Elf found in the Temple of the One within the Imperial City. When Oblivion first graced PC and Xbox 360 screens over 19 years ago, it became evident that Tandilwe herself might benefit from her own training. Her voice line, famously attributed to actress Linda Kenyon, includes a recording of her attempting to perfect a line, a flub that has since become iconic.
Begging Bethesda to keep this voice acting flub in Oblivion Remastered pic.twitter.com/rzGymRMchw
— TheNCSmaster (@TheNCSmaster) April 21, 2025
As players embarked on their journey through a revitalized Cyrodiil just yesterday, many were eager to assess the fidelity of this ground-up remaster. While numerous environments, character models, and items have been meticulously updated, it's the preservation of original quirks, such as Tandilwe's hilarious blooper, that has delighted many fans. The line remains untouched, complete with its original lack of subtitles, much to the delight of the community.
THEY KEPT THE BLOOPER IN OBLIVION REMASTERED YESSSS #OblivionRemastered pic.twitter.com/SiwfbnF5cK
— samwise (@kojimahead) April 23, 2025
In a 2019 interview with Jake 'The Voice' Parr on YouTube, Linda Kenyon herself acknowledged the infamous Oblivion blooper and its internet fame, humorously noting, "It wasn't my fault!"
While the thousands of players diving into Oblivion Remastered debate whether it leans more toward a remake than a remaster, many are simply pleased to see that much of the original's endearing jank has been preserved. This commitment to maintaining the game's charm is a testament to the dedication of Bethesda and Virtuos, resonating well with both new and returning players.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered surprised fans with its launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S. For more insights, explore how the modding community rallied to release numerous mods shortly after the remaster's announcement. Additionally, delve into why one of the original designers believes the remaster feels like "Oblivion 2.0" by clicking here.
Our comprehensive guide to Oblivion Remastered includes an expansive Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and every Guild Quest, tips on Building the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and much more.
