Bethesda has confirmed that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, marking the first time the 2006 RPG will be officially playable on a Nintendo platform. The announcement was made during the February 5 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, where the game appeared as the final reveal, shown at the end of a sizzle reel focused on Bethesda’s upcoming support for the console.
While the reveal confirmed the platform and release year, it stopped short of providing a specific launch date. Unlike other Bethesda titles highlighted in the same presentation, Oblivion Remastered was only given a 2026 window, leaving its release timing within the year unclear.
A First for Oblivion on Nintendo
Oblivion has remained one of the most widely recognized entries in The Elder Scrolls franchise, originally releasing in 2006 and helping define the modern open-world RPG formula for many players. With the Switch 2 announcement, Oblivion Remastered is now positioned to be playable across all major modern platforms, following its release on PlayStation and Xbox consoles in 2025.
For Nintendo players, this is a notable addition because it brings a mainline Elder Scrolls experience to the platform in a way that goes beyond the more recent portability of Skyrim. It also continues a trend of major Western RPGs and large-scale open-world games finding a home on Nintendo’s next-generation hardware.
What the 2026 Release Window Means for Players
The absence of a specific release date suggests Bethesda is not ready to lock the game into a particular quarter, even though other titles featured during the Partner Showcase were given clearer timelines. For players, this means Oblivion Remastered could arrive anywhere from early 2026 to the holiday season, depending on how development and platform optimization progresses.
The Switch 2 version is also likely to draw attention for its performance and visual presentation. Since the remastered edition was designed for modern consoles, the Switch 2 release will be a key test of how Nintendo’s new hardware handles large-scale third-party games that were previously difficult to bring to the original Switch without major compromises.
Oblivion’s Place in the Elder Scrolls Series
Oblivion Remastered’s arrival on Switch 2 also lands during an active period for The Elder Scrolls brand overall. Bethesda continues to support The Elder Scrolls Online, which recently introduced its first paid battle pass system more than a decade after its original launch. That update signals a continued push to modernize the MMO’s monetization structure, even as the series remains in a long wait for the next mainline installment.
In the meantime, the remastered release of Oblivion serves as a major bridge between classic Elder Scrolls entries and the current generation of players, especially those who may have missed the game during its original run.
What to Watch for Next
With only a 2026 release year currently confirmed, the next major question is when Nintendo and Bethesda will provide a firm date, along with gameplay footage that reflects the Switch 2 version specifically. If Oblivion Remastered becomes a major tentpole release for the platform, it could end up being positioned as a key third-party highlight in Nintendo’s 2026 calendar.
For now, the announcement is straightforward: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, and it is scheduled to arrive sometime in 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered coming to Nintendo Switch 2?
Bethesda has confirmed the game is coming in 2026, but no specific release date has been announced.
Was Oblivion ever released on a Nintendo console before?
No. The Nintendo Switch 2 release will be the first official Nintendo platform release for Oblivion.
Is Oblivion Remastered already available on other platforms?
Yes. The remastered edition launched on PlayStation and Xbox consoles in 2025, along with PC.
Is this the original Oblivion or a new version?
It is a remastered version of the original 2006 game, designed for modern platforms.
Will Oblivion Remastered be one of the biggest third-party games on Switch 2?
It is expected to be a major third-party release, especially since it is part of a growing lineup of larger AAA games coming to Switch 2.
Is Elder Scrolls Online still being updated?
Yes. The Elder Scrolls Online continues to receive updates, including a recent change that introduced its first paid battle pass system.
Does this have anything to do with web3 or blockchain features?
No. There has been no indication that Oblivion Remastered includes web3, NFTs, or blockchain features.
