The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered brings a host of spooky elements to the game, including skeletons, spirits, and zombies. However, a mysterious 'ghost horse' has caught the attention of the community, with no one recalling its presence in either the original 2006 game or the 2025 remaster. The intriguing discovery was first shared on Reddit by user TaricIsNotASupport, who stumbled upon this spectral horse during their adventures.
Uhhhh, guys, is this new?
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"So I was crafting stupid spells in Frostcrag Spire, as it's possibly my favorite way to have fun in this game. However, this time when I left the Cosy Chaos Spire that has divided this community so very much, I noticed something suuuuuuper strange in the distance," TaricIsNotASupport recounted. "I did as any of us of the right mind would do and B-lined it over there like a maniac. To my amazement, there was this spectral horse with no name."
Despite having logged thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred hours in the remaster, TaricIsNotASupport had never encountered this ghostly apparition before. Unsure whether it was a new addition or something they had previously overlooked, they reached out to the community for answers, sparking a widespread online search for more information. So far, no references to a spectral mount have been found on the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages website.
To the people asking if I can ride or interact with the spooky horse, yes! 1/2
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Addressing queries about the functionality of the ghost horse, TaricIsNotASupport confirmed that they could indeed ride and interact with it. They shared a clip of their character riding the horse, noting that despite its ethereal appearance, it behaves like any other horse in the game, including fast travel and stabling. "By all accounts, it's now my steed!" they exclaimed.
Speculation among the community suggests this ghost horse might be the result of a glitch, possibly triggered by a spell malfunction. Bethesda games are notorious for their bugs, and some players believe this could be another example. "Very weird, the wiki says there's only 2 unique horses, Shadowmere and unicorns," commented ClaymoreBeatz. "And there's no horse mods that I can see that do this, so I highly doubt you're lying about not being on PC. This is probably some sort of glitch that the new Remastered has or a glitched magical effect. Armored horses' names change to 'Armored horse' I think, so maybe it's an Armored horse that got hit by a spell and now its name and spell effect is glitched."
I was asked if Spookmane* can be buffed and if it stays spectral; the answer is yes!
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Some players entertain the idea that Bethesda and Virtuos, the developers behind the remaster, might have intentionally added this ghost horse as a hidden secret for players to uncover. While less likely, this theory adds an exciting layer of mystery to the game, prompting players to wonder what other secrets might be hidden within Oblivion Remastered.
The community is eager to replicate the phenomenon and acquire their own ghost horses. However, no specific method used by TaricIsNotASupport to spawn the horse has been identified yet. In the absence of an official in-game name, TaricIsNotASupport affectionately dubbed their new companion 'Spookmane.' They vowed to continue their journey with Spookmane by their side, whether it's a one-off glitch, a deliberate secret, or something else entirely. "This creature might be my favorite new friend I've made," TaricIsNotASupport shared. "Spookmane, you're glorious and I love you."
Oblivion Remastered, crafted by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts a plethora of visual and gameplay enhancements. Running at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, the remaster not only improves the graphics but also revamps the leveling system, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology are among the many upgrades that have resonated well with fans, some of whom argue that it's more of a remake than a remaster. Bethesda has provided insights into their decision to opt for a remaster rather than a full remake.
As players dive into the remastered world of Oblivion, they are advised to tackle Kvatch early on to avoid the challenges posed by level scaling. Additionally, a daring player has reportedly ventured beyond Cyrodiil, exploring regions like Valenwood, Skyrim, and Hammerfell, the speculated setting for The Elder Scrolls VI.
For those eager to explore every nook and cranny of Oblivion Remastered, IGN offers a comprehensive guide. This includes an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, a list of Things to Do First, and a catalog of PC Cheat Codes, ensuring you make the most of your journey through this beloved game.
