What to Do First in Oblivion Remastered

When starting The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered , the game opens up a vast world with many options, but here are the key first steps to set yourself up for success:

1. Create a Save File at the Sewers Exit

Right after finishing the tutorial and escaping the Imperial Sewers, make a save file before leaving the area. This is crucial because you get a last chance to tweak your character’s appearance, stats, and even name. This save allows you to try different builds without replaying the tutorial repeatedly

2. Choose Your Race and Build Wisely

While any race can complete the game, some races offer significant early advantages. For example, Bretons have 50% magic resistance, which is very powerful against magic users, and Orcs or High Elves have strong active abilities for combat. Pick a race that complements your preferred playstyle for a smoother start

3. Get a Free Horse Immediately

As soon as you leave the tutorial, visit Chestnut Handy Stables outside the Imperial City and talk to the orc stable owner to get a free horse with armor. This will greatly speed up travel and ease exploration

4. Secure a Player House

Owning a house early on provides permanent storage for your items, which is vital since inventory space is limited. The remaster includes all DLC, so several houses can be unlocked for free. Frostcrag Spire is often recommended as one of the best early options

5. Explore Nearby Starter Dungeons

Two good early dungeons to clear are:

• Vilverin : An Ayleid ruin just across the river from the sewer exit, filled with bandits and valuable loot like Welkynd Stones for restoring Magicka.
• Sideways Cave : A cave near the sewer exit with imps and a good amount of loot.

Clearing these helps you gain experience, loot, and better understand combat mechanics early on

6. Join Guilds

Joining guilds like the Fighters Guild or Mages Guild early can provide structured questlines, rewards, and useful skills. The Mages Guild is especially good for loot and magic-related benefits

7. Make Potions and Gather Useful Items

Start collecting ingredients and making potions to aid your survival. Items like Repair Hammers and Lockpicks are essential early for maintaining gear and accessing locked chests

8. Save Castle Kvatch Early

If you want to engage with the main quest early, taking back Castle Kvatch is a significant milestone that opens up further storylines and rewards

. Following these steps will give you a strong foundation in Oblivion Remastered, balancing exploration, combat readiness, and resource management right from the start.