The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is brimming with eerie elements like skeletons, spirits, and zombies, yet a mysterious 'ghost horse' has captured the attention of the gaming community, absent from both the original 2006 release and the 2025 remaster.
The story kicked off with a Reddit post by user TaricIsNotASupport, who stumbled upon what appeared to be a spectral horse in the game.
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. When I exited the Cosy Chaos Spire—a feature that's sparked much debate within the community—I noticed something incredibly strange in the distance,” TaricIsNotASupport shared.
“Following my instincts, I dashed over there like a madman. To my astonishment, I found this spectral horse with no name.
“Having logged thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred hours in the Remaster, this is the first time I've encountered this horse.
“I'm unsure if it's a new addition or something I've somehow missed all these years.”
TaricIsNotASupport then rallied the community to unravel the mystery, sparking 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; }Could this be a mod? TaricIsNotASupport clarified they were playing on a PlayStation 5, where mods aren't available. They also shared a video of their character riding the horse. Despite its ghostly appearance, the horse functions like any other in Oblivion. “It fast travels and even gets stabled!” TaricIsNotASupport exclaimed. “By all accounts, it's now my steed!”
Some speculate that this ghost horse could be the result of a glitch, perhaps triggered by a spell gone awry. Bethesda games are notorious for their bugs, and this ghost horse might just be another intriguing anomaly.
“Very weird, the wiki mentions only two unique horses, Shadowmere and unicorns,” commented ClaymoreBeatz. “There are no horse mods that I can find that do this, so I doubt you're lying about not being on PC. This might be a new glitch in the Remaster or a glitched magical effect. Armored horses' names change to 'Armored horse,' so perhaps this is an Armored horse hit by a spell, resulting in a glitched name and effect.”
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 are theorizing that developers at Bethesda and Virtuos might have tucked this ghost horse into the game as a hidden surprise for players to uncover in Oblivion Remastered. While less likely, it's an exciting possibility that hints at other undiscovered secrets in the remaster.
Many players are eager to figure out how to replicate this phenomenon and own a ghost horse themselves. So far, no specific method has been identified by TaricIsNotASupport.
In the absence of an official name, TaricIsNotASupport has affectionately dubbed their ghostly steed 'Spookmane.' They've committed to continuing their journey with Spookmane by their side. Whether this is a one-time glitch, a hidden feature, or a bug, Spookmane has certainly captured the imagination and affection 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 a plethora of visual and gameplay enhancements. It delivers 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 have been well-received, with some fans arguing that Oblivion Remastered is more of a remake. Bethesda, however, has clarified their choice to go with a remaster.As players dive into the remastered world, they're sharing tips, such as tackling Kvatch early to avoid level scaling issues. There are also stories of adventurers who've managed to break out of Cyrodiil to explore Valenwood, Skyrim, and even Hammerfell, the speculated setting for The Elder Scrolls VI.
For those looking to maximize their experience, our comprehensive guide covers everything in Oblivion Remastered, from an Interactive Map to detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, advice on Building the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and all PC Cheat Codes.
