Oblivion Remastered will have physical edition on Xbox Series X: serious doubts about whether it will include the game on disc

The Bethesda classic will return in October in physical format, although its edition for Xbox raises uncertainties.

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Bethesda and Virtuos are about to bring back one of the most iconic RPGs of all time. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered now has a confirmed release date in physical format for Xbox Series X and PS5: it’s set to arrive on October 13, 2025. Pre-orders are already available at The Game Collection, a UK-based specialty store.

The news has been met with enthusiasm from fans (as we reported last weekend), especially since it’s an official remastering of the acclaimed Oblivion, this time adapted for current-gen consoles. However, a significant question arises regarding the Xbox version: it’s unclear whether it will include the full game on disc or just a download code.

The physical edition of Oblivion Remastered raises questions for Xbox

The product listing on The Game Collection indicates that the Xbox version is “compatible with Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, and Windows,” which suggests that it might be a box with a digital code instead of the game on disc. For now, the store hasn’t been able to confirm whether the edition will be a physical release or just a promotional packaging.

Either way, the launch price will be low, hinting at a mid-range release, similar to other recent remasters under the Virtuos label. The title will include graphical improvements, native support for current-gen consoles, and visual adaptations closer to modern standards, all without altering the original’s essence.

We’ll be keeping an eye out for any official updates from Bethesda or the store to clarify whether this Xbox Series edition will include a disc or just a code. In the meantime, fans can prepare to return to Cyrodiil this October, either digitally or in physical format, or even right now, via Xbox Game Pass.