The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is teeming with eerie elements—from skeletons and spirits to zombies. However, a mysterious 'ghost horse' has recently captured the attention of the gaming community, as it appears in neither the original 2006 game nor the 2025 remaster.
The discovery was shared on Reddit by user TaricIsNotASupport, who stumbled upon what seems to be a spectral horse during their gameplay.
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 my favorite way to enjoy the game. When I left the much-debated Cosy Chaos Spire, I spotted something incredibly strange in the distance," TaricIsNotASupport recounted.
"Like any sensible person, I dashed over to investigate. To my surprise, I found this spectral horse without a name.
"Having logged thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred in the Remaster, this is the first time I've seen this horse.
"I'm unsure if it's a new addition or something I've missed all along."
TaricIsNotASupport then rallied the community to help decipher the mystery, sparking a digital ghost hunt. Players scoured the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages website 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 it be a mod? TaricIsNotASupport clarified they are playing on a PlayStation 5, where mods are not available. They also shared a video of their character riding the ghost horse. Despite its ethereal appearance, the horse functions like any other in Oblivion. "It fast travels and can even be stabled!" TaricIsNotASupport exclaimed. "By all accounts, it's now my steed!"
Some speculate that the ghost horse might be the result of a glitch, possibly triggered by a misfired spell. Bethesda games are notorious for their bugs, and this ghostly apparition could be another one.
"Very weird, the wiki mentions only two unique horses, Shadowmere and unicorns," commented ClaymoreBeatz. "No horse mods seem to match this, so I doubt you're lying about not playing on PC. This is likely a glitch unique to the Remastered version or a glitched magical effect. Armored horses' names typically change to 'Armored Horse,' so maybe this one was hit by a spell, causing its name and appearance to glitch."
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 wonder if developers Bethesda and Virtuos might have sneakily added this ghost horse as a hidden feature for players to uncover in Oblivion Remastered. While this seems unlikely, it's an intriguing possibility, raising questions about other potential secrets in the game.
Many players are eager to replicate this phenomenon and own a ghost horse of their own. However, no specific method has been identified yet.
In the absence of an official name, TaricIsNotASupport has affectionately dubbed their spectral companion 'Spookmane.' They've vowed to continue their adventures with Spookmane, whether it's a unique glitch, a secret, or a bug. Spookmane has certainly captured the hearts of the Oblivion community.
"This creature might be my favorite new friend I've made," TaricIsNotASupport shared. "Spookmane, you're glorious and I love you."
Oblivion Remastered, crafted by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts numerous visual and gameplay enhancements. It runs at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, with significant improvements in leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology further enhance the experience. Fans have praised these changes, with some arguing that Oblivion Remastered is more of a remake. Bethesda, however, has clarified their decision to go with a remaster.With the game now released, players are advising newcomers to tackle Kvatch early to avoid the level scaling challenges. There's also a report of a player who managed to explore beyond Cyrodiil into Valenwood, Skyrim, and even Hammerfell, the speculated setting for The Elder Scrolls VI.
Be sure to explore our detailed guide on Oblivion Remastered, featuring an expansive Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, every PC Cheat Code, and much more.
