As the gaming world eagerly awaits the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2, players are looking forward to all the new third-party titles heading to the device. At first glance, it might seem like a port of Bethesda’s iconic Elder Scrolls series is off the table, due to its sheer size or device limitation.
However, there’s a hidden, unreleased gem that could not only showcase the power of the new hybrid console but also introduce a new generation of players to the Elder Scrolls universe. That gem? The Elder Scrolls Travels: Oblivion, the long-forgotten PSP port of Oblivion that was canceled.
A forgotten gem from Bethesda
In the mid-2000s, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion was a groundbreaking RPG that captivated millions of players’ hearts. Its vast, open-world design, immersive storytelling, and intricate systems made it a genre-defining title.
At one point, Bethesda attempted to port this massive title to the PSP, aiming to bring the world of Cyrodiil to the palm of players’ hands. This version was called The Elder Scrolls Travels: Oblivion and was being developed by Climax LA.
The studio wanted to offer a scaled-down, yet immersive, version of the game. However, due to the technical challenges of adapting such a resource-intensive game to the PSP’s hardware, (also the poor sale of the PSP), the project was quietly canceled around August 2007.
The title then disappeared, fading into obscurity, especially after Climax Group was acquired by Disney. This is where Switch 2 comes in. With the leaks suggesting a giant leap in the performance, it has all the power and portability to make the dream of Todd Howard finally come true.
All the technical challenges Howard faced in his attempt to bring Oblivion from PCs to portable devices have now been addressed. With Switch 2’s enhanced processing power and graphical capabilities, Howard can finally work his magic, bringing it to life in a way that was impossible before.
Switch 2 can be the perfect handheld for Oblivion
One of the biggest draws for reviving Oblivion on the Switch 2 would be the nostalgia factor. For many long-time fans, Oblivion was a defining RPG of the 2000s, and the idea of playing it on a modern handheld would be a dream come true.
Just imagine running through Cyrodiil’s forests, cities, and dungeons while on the go. Switch 2 has the potential to bring the magic of the original while addressing the technical limitations that plagued the PSP version.
To truly make this revival stand out and attract attention, Bethesda could also include DLCs or even expansions that were previously unavailable or underdeveloped in the canceled PSP port.
Not only would this breathe new life into the franchise for veteran fans, but it would also provide fresh content for newcomers who always wanted to try the title but didn’t get the opportunity to play the original.
In the end, Todd Howard, if you’re listening, it’s time to dust off those old builds and bring this lost project back to life. Nintendo’s Switch 2 is waiting, and it might just be the perfect partner for a classic Elder Scrolls experience.
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