"Oblivion Remastered's 'Spookmane' Ghost Horse Discovery Triggers Community Hunt"

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is filled with eerie elements like skeletons, spirits, and zombies, yet a mysterious 'ghost horse' has caught the community's attention, absent from both the original 2006 release and the 2025 remaster.

The discovery was first shared by Reddit user TaricIsNotASupport, who posted about spotting what appeared to be a spectral horse.

Uhhhh, guys, is this new?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }"While crafting spells in Frostcrag Spire, which has stirred much debate within our community, I noticed something incredibly strange in the distance," TaricIsNotASupport recounted. "Curiosity got the better of me, and I rushed over to find this unnamed spectral horse.

"With thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred in the Remaster, this is the first time I've encountered such a creature. I'm unsure if it's a new addition or something I've simply overlooked."

TaricIsNotASupport sought the community's help to unravel the mystery, leading to a digital ghost hunt. Despite thorough searches on the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages, no mention of a spectral mount was found.

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 supported. They also shared a video of their character riding the ghost horse, confirming its functionality, including fast travel and stabling. "He's now my steed!" they exclaimed.

Some theorize that the ghost horse might be a glitch, perhaps resulting from a spell malfunction—a common occurrence in Bethesda games. ClaymoreBeatz commented, "Very weird, the wiki says there's only two unique horses, Shadowmere and unicorns. No mods seem to add this, so it's likely a glitch in the Remastered version or a magical effect gone awry."

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 Bethesda and Virtuos might have included this ghost horse as a hidden Easter egg in Oblivion Remastered. While less likely, the idea has sparked excitement about potential undiscovered secrets.

Many players are eager to replicate TaricIsNotASupport's encounter with the spectral steed, but no specific method has been identified yet.

In the absence of an official name, TaricIsNotASupport has affectionately dubbed their new companion 'Spookmane.' They plan to continue their adventures with Spookmane, whether it's a unique occurrence, a secret, or a glitch. "Spookmane, you're glorious and I love you," TaricIsNotASupport declared, capturing the hearts of the Oblivion community.

Oblivion Remastered, crafted by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts numerous enhancements. It supports 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, alongside 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 enrich the experience. While some fans argue it's more of a remake, Bethesda insists on the remaster label.

As players dive into the remastered world, advice circulates to tackle Kvatch early to avoid the challenges posed by level scaling. Additionally, adventurous players have reportedly explored beyond Cyrodiil into regions like Valenwood, Skyrim, and Hammerfell, hinting at the expansive world of The Elder Scrolls VI.

For a deep dive into Oblivion Remastered, explore our comprehensive guide, featuring an Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on Building the Perfect Character, essential Things to Do First, and a list of PC Cheat Codes, among other resources.