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3w ago

Oblivion Remastered Surprises Fans with Hidden Todd Howard NPC and Nostalgic Team Reunion

Bethesda’s remaster retains the original game’s quirks, including a secret test NPC voiced by Todd Howard, while celebrating its legacy with a developer reunion video.

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Everyone gets ready to laugh at Todd Howard's "Who's laughing now" joke in the 2006 Making of Oblivion documentary, because they know it's coming
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Overview

  • Players discovered a hidden test NPC voiced by Todd Howard in Oblivion Remastered, accessible only on PC via the console command 'coc toddtest.'
  • The NPC, named Alban Corinis, allows players to alter his disposition using emotion-based dialogue options, resulting in humorous or heartfelt interactions.
  • Fans can make the NPC profess love or deliver insults, depending on the dialogue choices, showcasing the quirky charm of the original game.
  • Bethesda released a reunion video featuring the original Oblivion development team reflecting on the challenges and ambition behind the 2006 RPG.
  • Oblivion Remastered, rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5, continues to resonate with players for its preservation of the original’s unique bugs, exploits, and hidden content.