"Oblivion Remastered Keeps Iconic Line Flub"

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered breathes new life into one of Bethesda's most cherished titles, enhancing it with updated visuals, refined gameplay mechanics, and additional content. Yet, the developers at Virtuos have thoughtfully retained one of the original game's most memorable quirks: the iconic voice line from Master Speechcraft trainer Tandilwe.

Many seasoned fans of The Elder Scrolls series are well-acquainted with Tandilwe, a High Elf residing in the Temple of the One within the Imperial City. When Oblivion first debuted on PC and Xbox 360 nearly two decades ago, it became evident that Tandilwe's speechcraft skills could use some improvement. Her now-famous voice line, featuring actress Linda Kenyon's apparent second attempt at recording, 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 embarked on their journey through the refreshed world of Cyrodiil, many were eager to discover the extent of the remaster's fidelity to the original. While numerous aspects such as environments, character models, and items have been revamped, fans have been delighted to find that certain charming imperfections from the 2006 release have been preserved. Tandilwe’s infamous blooper, complete with its absence of subtitles, has returned to the delight of many.

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 regarding the infamous blooper, stating, "It wasn't my fault!"

While the debate rages on about whether The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered leans more towards a remake or a remaster, many players are simply thrilled that much of the original game's unique charm remains intact. This commitment to preserving the essence of the original game is something that both Bethesda and Virtuos took seriously, and it appears to be resonating well with both new and returning players.

The surprise launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S has been met with enthusiasm. For those interested in diving deeper, the modding community has already rallied to release a plethora of mods shortly after the remaster's announcement. Additionally, click here to explore why one of the game's original designers believes the remaster feels like "Oblivion 2.0."

Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Oblivion Remastered, featuring an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and much more.