The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered brings a fresh take on one of Bethesda's landmark titles, enhancing visuals and gameplay mechanics while preserving some of the original's most cherished quirks. Among these is the iconic voice line from Master Speechcraft trainer Tandilwe, a High Elf found in the Temple of the One within the Imperial City. When Oblivion first launched over 19 years ago for PC and Xbox 360, Tandilwe's dialogue included a notable flub by actress Linda Kenyon, which has since become legendary among fans.
Begging Bethesda to keep this voice acting flub in Oblivion Remastered pic.twitter.com/rzGymRMchw
— TheNCSmaster (@TheNCSmaster) April 21, 2025
As players delved into the revamped world of Cyrodiil yesterday, many were eager to discover how true the remaster stayed to the original. While numerous environments, character models, and items have been beautifully updated, the decision to retain many of the original game's charming imperfections, including Tandilwe’s memorable blooper, has been warmly received. The voice line remains as it was nearly two decades ago, complete with its amusing lack 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 humorously defended herself against the blooper's fame, stating, "It wasn't my fault!"
As thousands of players dive into Oblivion Remastered, debates swirl around whether this re-release leans more towards a remake or a remaster. Yet, many are thrilled to see that much of the original's endearing "jank" has been preserved, a deliberate choice by Bethesda and Virtuos that has resonated 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. The modding community has also shown its support by releasing numerous mods shortly after the remaster's announcement. For more insights, you can explore how the modding community rallied to release dozens of mods just hours after the remaster was revealed. Additionally, click here to read about why one of the original designers believes the remaster feels like “Oblivion 2.0.”
Our comprehensive guide to Oblivion Remastered includes an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, and a list of Things to Do First, among other resources.
