Top New Oblivion Remastered Mods

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is getting a major upgrade with some fresh mods that dropped or got big updates around late May to early June 2025. These are blowing up on Nexus Mods right now because they make the game look better, play smoother, and feel less clunky. Whether you’re diving back into Cyrodiil or starting fresh, these mods are hot for a reason. Most need the Oblivion Remastered Script Extender (OBSE64) to work, and some might need a bit of tweaking since the remaster runs on a weird mix of Gamebryo and Unreal Engine 5.

Below are five of the newest and most popular mods you should check out, with details on what they do and how to get them running.

Rabbit's Real Lights Imperial City

This mod, posted by RabbitDoesStuff on May 28, 2025, slaps over 500 new lights around the Imperial City, making it pop at night. It uses the remaster’s Unreal Engine 5 tricks to give the city a lively, immersive feel, fixing the sometimes dull lighting. Players are loving how it makes the city feel alive and easier to navigate at night.

There are also mods for other cities as well, from the same author.

How to Install: Grab it from Nexus Mods. Use Vortex Mod Manager or drop the .esp file into [Installation Drive]:\SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Oblivion Remastered\OblivionRemastered\Content\Dev\ObvData\Data. Add it to Plugins.txt in the same folder. For Game Pass, use [Installation Drive]:\XboxGames\The Elder Scrolls IV- Oblivion Remastered\Content\Dev\ObvData\Data.

Smithing

Dropped on May 30, 2025, by ColdTyrant, this mod brings Skyrim’s crafting system to Oblivion Remastered. You can forge and upgrade weapons and armor at a smithing station, adding depth without messing up the game’s balance. It’s pulling in players who want a modern crafting setup that feels familiar but fits Oblivion’s world.

How to Install: Download from Nexus Mods. Use Vortex or manually toss the .esp file into the Data folder (same path as above). Make sure OBSE64 is installed, and check for any extra .lua files for Unreal Engine 5 compatibility on the mod page.

White Ayleid Ruins

This mod, added in late May 2025, is a simple retexture for the Ayleid ruins making their appearance more in line with the original game. Optional upscaled 2k/4k/8k variants for higher graphical fidelity.

How to Install: Get it from Nexus Mods. Extract the contents of one folder to [installation folder*]\Oblivion Remastered\OblivionRemastered\Content\Paks\mods

Climates Revised

Updated in early May 2025, this mod aims to enhanced the vanilla weather experience by redistributing weather chances across all existing regions, in addition to adding new weather chances to regions that didn't have them.

How to Install: Download from Nexus Mods. Use Vortex or extract to the Data folder.

Quest NPCs Run

This updated mod from Dispensation, updated late May 2025, makes more NPCs sprint during escort or tailing quests, cutting down on those slow, annoying walks. It’s still being tweaked to cover even more quests. It’s a simple fix for a big annoyance, and its recent update has players downloading it like crazy for smoother questing.

How to Install: Grab it from Nexus Mods. Install with Vortex or drop the .esp into the Data folder and update Plugins.txt. Needs OBSE64. Check the mod page for which quests are covered to avoid clashes with other NPC mods.

Quick Tips

OBSE64: Most of these need the Oblivion Remastered Script Extender (OBSE64) from Nexus Mods. Install it first.
Installation: Vortex Mod Manager is your friend for easy setup. For manual installs, use the Data folder paths above and edit Plugins.txt. Always read mod descriptions for extra steps or dependencies.
Load Order: Run LOOT to sort mods and avoid crashes. Load official files (Oblivion.esm, DLCs) first, then patches like Unofficial Oblivion Remastered Patch (UORP), then these mods.
Compatibility: The remaster’s engine mix can cause issues. Some mods need .lua files or Unreal-specific tweaks, so double-check requirements.