A Modder’s Quest to Improve the User Experience
A modder on Nexus Mods, known as slowpard, has set out to improve the user experience of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered by remapping one key in the game’s control scheme. The game, which was recently shadow-dropped, brings the classic title to a new audience with a range of updates, including a new visual overhaul and improvements to combat, UI, and voice acting.
A Simple but Important Change
Slowpard’s mod makes a simple but important change to the game’s behavior: it rebinds the “Enter” key to the Space bar or letter E. This change is intended to make it easier for players to confirm and select items, and it’s already proven to be a popular fix. The mod has received over 3,000 downloads, indicating that the issue was significant enough to warrant a solution.
- For players who are used to playing games with a mouse and keyboard, the standard PC gaming control scheme applies.
- The game gives players no option to change the keybind for the “Enter” key, which is often located far from the hands.
- The creator of the mod writes that they “have no idea what prompted Virtuos,” the developer who assisted Bethesda on this remaster, “to bind all confirm/skip/select actions in menus to Enter.”
The Problem with Pressing Enter
Pressing the “Enter” key to confirm or select items can be a problem for players who are used to playing games with a mouse and keyboard. This is because the key is often located far from the hands, and players may need to remove one of their hands from its natural location to press it. This can be inconvenient and even frustrating for players who are used to playing games with a more intuitive control scheme.
A Solution
Slowpard’s mod provides a simple solution to this problem. By rebinding the “Enter” key to the Space bar or letter E, players can confirm and select items with ease. This change is intended to make the game more accessible and intuitive for players who are used to playing games with a mouse and keyboard.
| Keybind Change | Original Keybind | New Keybind |
|---|---|---|
| Confirm/Select Items | Enter | Space bar or letter E |
No Mod Support for Oblivion Remastered Hasn’t Stopped Modders
Despite the game’s lack of official mod support, modders have continued to create and share mods for the game. In fact, at the time of this writing, there are nearly 1,000 mods available for download and use from Nexus Mods.
- Modders have created mods that tweak the visuals, change the quest rewards system, and even add new gameplay mechanics.
- The mods do everything from improving the game’s performance to changing the way the game’s story is presented.
- Despite the lack of official mod support, the modding community remains active and engaged.
A Popular Fix
Slowpard’s mod has already proven to be a popular fix for players who are looking for a more intuitive way to confirm and select items. With over 3,000 downloads, it’s clear that the issue was significant enough to warrant a solution.
“I don’t have three hands,” says slowpard, the creator of the mod. “I just want to make the game more accessible and intuitive for players who are used to playing games with a mouse and keyboard.”
A New Standard for Game Development
Slowpard’s mod may be a simple fix, but it highlights the importance of considering the needs and preferences of players when it comes to game development. By making a simple change to the game’s control scheme, slowpard has improved the user experience of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.
A Future for Mod Support
Despite the lack of official mod support, it’s clear that the modding community remains active and engaged. With over 1,000 mods available, it’s likely that Bethesda will add mod support at a later date. In fact, the company has historically been friendly with the modding community, and it’s likely that they will continue to support it in the future.
A New Era for Modders
The release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has marked a new era for modders. With the game’s lack of official mod support, modders have been forced to find alternative ways to create and share mods. However, the success of slowpard’s mod has shown that there is a demand for mod support, and it’s likely that Bethesda will respond to this demand in the future.
A Final Note
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been a long time coming, and it’s great to see that it’s finally available to players. With the release of the game, we can expect to see more mods and updates in the future. However, it’s clear that the game’s lack of official mod support has been a significant issue for many players. Slowpard’s mod has shown that there is a demand for mod support, and it’s likely that Bethesda will respond to this demand in the future.
