The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is teeming with eerie elements like skeletons, spirits, and zombies, yet one mysterious entity—the 'ghost horse'—has eluded players' memories from both the original 2006 release and the 2025 remaster.
The intrigue began with a Reddit post from user TaricIsNotASupport, who stumbled upon a spectral equine apparition and shared it with the community.
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, which is one of my favorite pastimes in the game. However, upon leaving the controversial Cosy Chaos Spire, I spotted something incredibly strange in the distance,” TaricIsNotASupport recounted.
“True to form, I sprinted towards it like a madman. To my astonishment, there it was—a spectral horse without a name.
“Having logged thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred in the Remaster, this was my first encounter with such a creature.
“I’m unsure if this is a new addition or something I’ve overlooked all these years.”
TaricIsNotASupport then rallied the community to unravel the mystery, igniting a digital ghost hunt. Players scoured the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages for any mention of a spectral mount in the original game, but found nothing.
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 about whether this could be a mod, but TaricIsNotASupport clarified they were playing on a PlayStation 5, where mods are not available. They also shared a video of their character riding the ghost horse, which, despite its ethereal appearance, functions like any other horse in Oblivion. “It fast travels and even gets stabled!” TaricIsNotASupport exclaimed. “It’s officially my steed!”
Some theorized that the ghost horse might be a glitch, possibly triggered by a misfired spell. Bethesda games are notorious for their bugs, and this ghost horse could be another quirky addition to that list.
“Very weird, the wiki says there's only two unique horses, Shadowmere and unicorns,” commented ClaymoreBeatz. “And there's no horse mods that I can see that do this, so I highly doubt you're lying about not being on PC. This is probably some sort of glitch in the new Remastered version or a glitched magical effect. Armored horses' names change to 'Armored horse,' so maybe it's an Armored horse that got hit by a spell, and now its name and spell effect are glitched.”
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 that Bethesda and Virtuos might have hidden this ghost horse as a spooky Easter egg in Oblivion Remastered. While less likely, it's an exciting possibility that hints at other undiscovered secrets within the game.
Many players are eager to replicate the phenomenon and claim their own ghost horse. However, no specific method has been identified by TaricIsNotASupport or others yet.
In the absence of an official name, TaricIsNotASupport has affectionately dubbed their spectral companion 'Spookmane.' They've vowed to continue their journey with Spookmane at their side. Whether it's a unique glitch, a secret addition, or something else entirely, Spookmane has certainly captured the imagination of the Oblivion community.
“This creature might be my favorite new friend I’ve made,” TaricIsNotASupport said. “Spookmane, you’re glorious and I love you.”
Oblivion Remastered, crafted by remake experts Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts numerous visual and gameplay enhancements. It delivers stunning 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, alongside 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 further enrich the experience. Fans have praised these changes, with some suggesting that Oblivion Remastered is more akin to a remake. Bethesda, however, has clarified their decision to opt for a remaster.With the game now released, players are advising newcomers to tackle Kvatch early to avoid the challenges posed by level scaling. Additionally, one adventurous player reportedly managed to venture beyond Cyrodiil into Valenwood, Skyrim, and even Hammerfell, the speculated setting for The Elder Scrolls VI.
For a comprehensive guide to Oblivion Remastered, be sure to explore our resources, including an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and a list of PC Cheat Codes, among other valuable insights.
