It looks like the physical Deluxe Edition release of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered will be a “code in a box” release on the Xbox Series X, while the PS5 version might end up having a disc along with a code for the extra Deluxe Edition content. As caught by Wario64 on social media platform X, the packaging for both of the console versions has been updated, with the Xbox Series X version noting that it “requires content download”.
The packaging of the PS5 version, on the other hand, explicitly notes that an Internet connection is required, and that it includes a PSN voucher code for the game’s Digital Deluxe content.
There has been some confusion about the physical release of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, especially since it has become quite common to see games released without a disc that has the game’s contents on it. A report from last month indicated that a physical disc would be included with the North American and European releases of the game. The rest of the world, however, are expected to only get a “code in a box” release, which will essentially be an empty case with a code that redeems the title through PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store, depending on your platform.
As for the Xbox Series X/S version of the game, there has still been some confusion regarding the release. For its part, Bethesda is yet to make any comment about whether or not buyers will get discs.
The physical Deluxe Edition release of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is slated to include the base game, new quests for Akatosh and Mehrunes Dragon Armours, weapons and Horse Armour sets, the Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine expansions, the digital artbook and soundtrack, and a host of extra downloadable content: Fighter’s Stronghold, Spell Tomes, Vile Lair, Mehrune’s Razor, The Thieves Den, Wizard’s Tower, The Orrery, and Horse Armor Pack.
Bethesda only recently confirmed that physical copies of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered were going to hit store shelves on October 13. The company announced this through social media, where it showed a screenshot of the inventory screen from the game that also included the Oblivion Remastered box. “When you’ve cleared two goblin caves, an underwater shipwreck, and the entire town of Hackdirt, and you still can’t remember where you picked this item up,” wrote the company.
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered was released on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series XS earlier this year. As its name might imply, it is a remastered version of the 2006 RPG which had originally come out on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360. The remaster has been quite a big success after having come out in April, with a report from July indicating that it had reached 9 million players.
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It’s exciting to see a remastered version of Oblivion coming out! It’s interesting how the physical release still requires an internet connection. Looking forward to seeing how the enhancements will breathe new life into this classic.
release still requires an internet connection, though. It makes you wonder how much of the game will rely on digital content rather than being fully contained on the disc. Hopefully, they find a good balance to enhance the experience while still allowing offline play.
That’s a good point! It’s interesting to see how even physical releases are now tied to online requirements. Hopefully, the internet connection is just for initial downloads and updates, allowing players to enjoy the core experience offline afterward.
Absolutely, it’s a trend that’s becoming more common across many games. While physical copies offer a sense of nostalgia, the reliance on online connections can be frustrating for some players. It will be fascinating to see how this impacts the future of gaming, especially for those who prefer offline experiences.
I agree, it’s definitely a growing trend. It’s interesting how physical copies are evolving to include online components, which can enhance the experience but also frustrate players who prefer offline access. It would be nice if developers could find a balance that caters to both preferences!