The version for Nintendo's new console will include the base game and its main expansions. Additionally, Bethesda confirmed that it will take advantage of specific hardware features, such as optional motion controls.
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is confirmed to arrive on Nintendo Switch 2
When does The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered come out for Switch 2
Bethesda confirmed that The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11.
The game was announced for the console in February, although its release date had not been known until now. The remaster was one of the best-received titles following its release last year.
What editions will Oblivion Remastered have on Nintendo Switch 2
The launch will include different versions for players.
Standard Edition: available only in digital format.
Deluxe Edition: available in both physical and digital formats.
All versions will include the base game along with the expansions Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine.
The Deluxe Edition will also add a code with armor sets, weapons, and horse armor for Akatosh and Mehrunes Dagon.
What editions will Oblivion Remastered have on Nintendo Switch 2
What will the physical edition of Oblivion Remastered be like
One of the highlights of the announcement is that the physical edition will include the base game and expansions directly on the Nintendo Switch 2 cartridge.
This decision sets the title apart from other releases that use the so-called Game-Key Cards, a format that requires downloading content from the eShop.
For those who collect physical games or seek to save storage space on the console, this edition offers a complete alternative from the cartridge.
What will the physical edition of Oblivion Remastered be like
What improvements will the version for Nintendo Switch 2 have
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered was a technically demanding game since its launch, so there are expectations about its performance on Nintendo Switch 2.
According to Bethesda, this version will leverage the capabilities of the new hardware and incorporate optional motion controls, a feature exclusive to this platform.
What improvements will the version for Nintendo Switch 2 have
The company has already released other titles for Switch 2, such as Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, establishing itself as one of the first major supporters for the console.