"Oblivion Remastered Keeps Iconic Line Flub"

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered brings a fresh take on one of Bethesda's most cherished titles, enhancing visuals, gameplay mechanics, and more. Yet, the developers at Virtuos have chosen to retain one of the original's most iconic moments: the legendary voice acting flub by Master Speechcraft trainer Tandilwe, a High Elf found in the Temple of the One in the Imperial City.

Long-time fans of The Elder Scrolls series will remember Tandilwe from the original Oblivion, which launched on PC and Xbox 360 over 19 years ago. Tandilwe's voice, provided by actress Linda Kenyon, includes a notorious blooper that has been a topic of amusement among players. This audio slip-up, thought to be a mistake, was captured and has become a beloved part of the game's lore.

Begging Bethesda to keep this voice acting flub in Oblivion Remastered pic.twitter.com/rzGymRMchw

— TheNCSmaster (@TheNCSmaster) April 21, 2025

As players ventured into the revitalized world of Cyrodiil upon the remaster's release, many were eager to see how faithful the game remained to its roots. While much of the game has been revamped with new environments, character models, and items, fans have expressed joy over the retention of cherished imperfections like Tandilwe's blooper, which remains unchanged, including the absence of subtitles.

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, upon learning about the fame of her blooper, humorously claimed, "It wasn't my fault!"

As thousands dive into The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, debates swirl about whether the Bethesda re-release leans more towards a remake than a remaster. However, many are simply thrilled to see the original's quirks and jank preserved. Both Bethesda and Virtuos have made a conscious effort to maintain these elements, a decision that appears to resonate well with both new and veteran players.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered surprised fans with a launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S. For those interested in the community's response, learn about how the modding community rallied to release dozens of mods just hours after the remaster was announced. Additionally, click here to read insights from an original designer who believes the remaster feels like "Oblivion 2.0."

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