The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has enthralled players with its array of eerie elements, including skeletons, spirits, and zombies. However, a mysterious 'ghost horse' has surfaced, sparking curiosity as it appears to be absent from both the original 2006 game and the 2025 remaster.
The discovery was first shared by Reddit user TaricIsNotASupport, who stumbled upon what seems to be a spectral horse while exploring the game.
Uhhhh, guys, is this new?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }"So I was crafting silly spells in Frostcrag Spire, one of my favorite activities in the game. After leaving the Cosy Chaos Spire, which has sparked much debate within the community, I spotted something incredibly strange in the distance," TaricIsNotASupport recounted.
"Like any rational player, I dashed over there to investigate. To my astonishment, I found this unnamed spectral horse. Despite having logged thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred in the Remaster, this is the first time I've encountered it. I'm unsure if it's a new addition or something I've simply missed before."
TaricIsNotASupport reached out to the community for insights, triggering a widespread search for clues about the spectral mount on the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages website. So far, no records of such a horse have been found.
To the people asking if I can ride or interact with the spooky horse, yes! 1/2
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Speculation arose that it might be a mod, but TaricIsNotASupport clarified they were playing on a PlayStation 5, where mods are not supported. They also shared a video of their character riding the ghost horse, confirming its functionality akin to any other horse in the game, including fast travel and stabling. "It's now my steed!" they exclaimed.
Some community members theorized that the ghost horse could be a glitch, possibly resulting from a misfired spell. Bethesda games are notorious for their bugs, and this might be yet another quirky addition. ClaymoreBeatz noted, "Very weird, the wiki says there's only two unique horses, Shadowmere and unicorns. No horse mods seem to create this effect, so I doubt you're lying about not using a PC. It's likely a glitch in the Remastered version or a magical effect gone awry. Armored horses' names typically change to 'Armored horse,' so perhaps this one was hit by a spell, causing its name and appearance to glitch."
I was asked if Spookmane* can be buffed and if it stays spectral; the answer is yes!
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Others speculated whether Bethesda and Virtuos, the developers behind the remaster, might have included this ghost horse as a hidden Easter egg for players to discover. While this theory seems less probable, it adds an intriguing layer to the mystery.
Many players are eager to replicate the phenomenon and acquire their own ghost horse, but TaricIsNotASupport has not identified a specific method to summon it.
In the absence of an official in-game name, TaricIsNotASupport has affectionately dubbed their ghostly companion 'Spookmane.' They plan to continue their adventures with Spookmane, intrigued by whether this is a unique occurrence, a hidden secret, or simply a glitch. "This creature might be my favorite new friend I've made," TaricIsNotASupport shared. "Spookmane, you're glorious and I love you."
Oblivion Remastered, developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts numerous visual and gameplay enhancements. It supports 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, with significant updates to leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have also been introduced, earning praise from fans who believe it could be considered a remake. Bethesda has clarified their decision to pursue a remaster rather than a full remake.With the game now available, players advise newcomers to tackle Kvatch early to avoid the challenge posed by level scaling. There are also reports of players exploring beyond Cyrodiil's boundaries into Valenwood, Skyrim, and Hammerfell, hinting at the rumored setting for The Elder Scrolls VI.
For comprehensive guidance on Oblivion Remastered, check out our detailed resources, including an Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on Building the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and PC Cheat Codes.
