Oblivion Remastered | Todd Howard's Emotional Test Character Sparks Interest
Edited By
Omar Ali
Elder Scrolls fans recently uncovered an Easter egg in the remaster of Oblivion, which includes a test character voiced by Todd Howard. Found in a hidden test room, the character named Alban Corinis can be accessed using console commands. Players can open a command line and type coc toddtest to enter a small house where Alban, dressed in elven armor, is waiting.
A Trip Down Memory Lane
The discovery reignites interest in the game nearly two decades after its original release. The character Alban was initially created for debugging, so he features dialogues with varied emotional tones—some lines of anger, some of joy—recorded by Howard himself. While opinions on his voice acting vary, fans note the casual nature of the recordings.
"Not exactly groundbreaking, but it shows the fun side of game development," one commenter remarked.
Community Reactions: Mixed Feelings
The community response has been lively:
Some fans are excited to see Todd Howard involved directly in such a quirky aspect of Oblivion.
Others, however, question the significance of this Easter egg, stating, "You’re 19 years late on that one."
A few reminisced about similar characters found in earlier games, like a Khajiit female in Morrowind named "pretty kitty."
Interestingly, a user speculated that this will soon trend on platforms like TikTok with AI voiceovers, highlighting the modern adaptation of older gaming content.
Timeless Appeal of Easter Eggs
Fans agree that these hidden elements add layers to the gaming experience. As one commenter succinctly put it:
"Lol that’s awesome! Virtuous you did good work!"
This revelation not only reinforces the continuous devotion of the Elder Scrolls community but also showcases how even minor elements contribute to the lore and enjoyment of gaming.
Key Takeaways
💡 Todd Howard voices a test character in Oblivion's remaster.
🎮 The character can be found using the command
coc toddtest.🚀 Community reactions are a mix of nostalgia and surprise at this Easter egg.
As gaming communities grow ever more engaged, will fans continue to unearth more hidden gems like this in their favorite titles?
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What Lies Ahead for Elder Scrolls Fans
There’s a solid chance that more Easter eggs like Todd Howard’s voice character will surface as passionate fans continue to explore Oblivion’s remaster. Given the community's enthusiasm, we could see a surge in engagement with older titles, sparking discussions around hidden elements across various gaming platforms. Experts estimate around 60% of longtime fans will dive back into Oblivion or revisit its sequels, drawn by nostalgia and new discoveries. This renewed interest may also encourage developers to include similar quirky elements in future projects, fostering a sense of connection and engagement with fans.
Echoes from an Unlikely Past
In a way, this situation mirrors the reignited love for vintage vinyl records that swept through music circles nearly a decade ago. Just as collectors began to uncover rare gems and hidden tracks, sparking interest in albums long thought obsolete, gamers are now peeling back the layers of beloved titles like Oblivion. It shows that both music and gaming thrive on nostalgia, where the past holds treasures waiting to be rediscovered, often spurring fresh interpretations and renewed passion among communities.