"Oblivion Remastered Keeps Iconic Line Flub"

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered breathes new life into one of Bethesda's landmark titles, enhancing visuals, gameplay mechanics, and more. Yet, the team at Virtuos, responsible for the remaster, chose to preserve one of the original game's most memorable quirks.

Veteran fans of The Elder Scrolls series will fondly remember Master Speechcraft trainer Tandilwe, a High Elf located in the Temple of the One within the Imperial City. When Oblivion first graced PC and Xbox 360 over 19 years ago, Tandilwe's voice lines became infamous for a particular blooper. Actress Linda Kenyon's voice can be heard seemingly struggling with a line, a mistake that has since become a beloved part of the game's charm.

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 refreshed world of Cyrodiil upon the remaster's release, many sought to discover how true the remake remained to its roots. While numerous aspects such as environments, character models, and items have been revamped, the charm of the original's imperfections, including Tandilwe's blooper, have been meticulously retained. Fans have expressed delight at the preservation of this iconic moment, complete with its original 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 YouTube channel Jake 'The Voice' Parr, Linda Kenyon humorously defended herself against the infamous blooper, stating, "It wasn't my fault!"

As thousands of players explore Oblivion Remastered, debates swirl about whether the re-release leans more towards a remake or a remaster. Yet, many appreciate the effort to preserve the original game's quirks, a decision that Bethesda and Virtuos firmly stood by. This approach seems to resonate well with both new and returning players.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered was surprise-launched for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S. The modding community has already rallied to release dozens of mods shortly after the remaster's announcement. Additionally, an original designer's perspective on why the remaster feels like "Oblivion 2.0" can be found here.

Explore our comprehensive guide to Oblivion Remastered, featuring an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and much more.