*The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered* is filled with eerie elements like skeletons, spirits, and zombies, yet one mysterious addition has caught the community's attention: a spectral horse. This "ghost horse" was first spotted by Reddit user TaricIsNotASupport, sparking curiosity and debate across the fanbase.
Uhhhh, guys, is this new?
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TaricIsNotASupport shared their unexpected encounter: "So I was crafting spells in Frostcrag Spire, which is my favorite pastime in the game. But when I stepped out of the Cosy Chaos Spire, I noticed something incredibly strange in the distance. Naturally, I rushed over there like a maniac. To my surprise, there was a spectral horse with no name. I've logged thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred in the Remaster, but this is the first time I've seen this horse. I'm not sure if it's a new addition or something I've missed all along."
The community rallied to uncover the mystery, scouring the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages for any mention of a ghostly steed, but to no avail. TaricIsNotASupport confirmed they were playing on a PlayStation 5, ruling out the possibility of mods. They even shared a video of their character riding the horse, which functions like any other mount in the game, capable of fast travel and stabling.
To the people asking if I can ride or interact with the spooky horse, yes! 1/2
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Speculation abounds about the origin of this ghostly apparition. Some believe it might be a glitch, possibly triggered by a misfired spell, a common occurrence in Bethesda's games. As ClaymoreBeatz noted, "The wiki only lists two unique horses, Shadowmere and unicorns. There are no mods for this, so it's likely a glitch in the Remastered version, perhaps an armored horse affected by a spell."
I was asked if Spookmane* can be buffed and if it stays spectral; the answer is yes!
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Others speculate that Bethesda and Virtuos might have added the ghost horse as a hidden Easter egg for players to discover. While this seems less likely, it's an exciting thought that could hint at other hidden secrets within the remaster.
Players are eager to replicate the phenomenon and have their own spectral steed. TaricIsNotASupport, who affectionately named the horse 'Spookmane,' has vowed to continue their adventure with their new ghostly companion. "This creature might be my favorite new friend I've made," they shared. "Spookmane, you're glorious and I love you."
Developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, *Oblivion Remastered* boasts significant visual and feature enhancements. It runs at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, with improvements spanning leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a proper third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have also been introduced. While some fans argue it's more of a remake, Bethesda insists it's a remaster.
As players dive into the remastered world, they're sharing tips, such as completing Kvatch early to avoid level scaling issues. There are also reports of players exploring beyond Cyrodiil's borders into regions like Valenwood, Skyrim, and Hammerfell, the rumored setting for *The Elder Scrolls VI*.
For a comprehensive experience, be sure to check out our detailed guide to *Oblivion Remastered*, including an interactive map, walkthroughs for the main questline and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, things to do first, and PC cheat codes.
