Bethesda has recently reduced the prices of two beloved titles in the Elder Scrolls franchise: Oblivion and Morrowind. This move comes in the wake of the renewed interest generated by the launch of Oblivion Remastered, which has significantly boosted the series’ popularity. The Elder Scrolls series began with The Elder Scrolls: Arena in 1994, followed by Daggerfall in 1996, which featured a vast, procedurally generated world. In contrast, Morrowind, released in 2002, offered a meticulously crafted version of the island of Vvardenfell and is often regarded as one of the best entries in the series.
The franchise reached new heights in 2006 with Oblivion and continued to soar with the release of Skyrim, which has sold over 60 million copies worldwide. Currently, Bethesda has slashed the prices of both The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion from $15 to $10. These price reductions appear to be permanent, as the games maintain this new price across various platforms. Historically, both titles have been offered at lower prices, suggesting that this change may not be a temporary promotion.
The decision to lower prices likely coincides with the excitement surrounding Oblivion Remastered, which has reportedly sold more units in its initial month than the original version did in an entire year. Interestingly, despite this revival, many gamers are still opting to revisit Skyrim, which recently saw a higher peak player count than Oblivion Remastered. This trend underscores a continued passion for the classic entries in the series, making the current discounts a perfect opportunity for fans to explore Morrowind or compare the remastered version of Oblivion with the original. However, fans are still waiting for news regarding The Elder Scrolls 6, which has yet to receive a release date.
Since its announcement over 2,500 days ago, anticipation has only grown, with speculation surrounding its storyline. While many rumors suggest that the next adventure may take place in Hammerfell, concrete details from Bethesda remain elusive, leaving fans eager for updates.