Elder Scrolls: 5 Things To Thank Oblivion For (And 5 That Sucked)

4. Good - Music

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The Elder Scrolls series has always had great music. From Morrowind's drumming sounds to the use of the Dragon language in Skyrim. It helps to set the mood for the epic adventure you are about to take part in, but Oblivion's music is perfect.

The minute you see the title screen, the booming and dramatic orchestra begins to play. Images of great battles and heroic deeds swim in your head, but that is only the start of your musical journey in Oblivion. Whether you’re traveling around the city at night, exploring the wilderness or in a pitched battle for your life, the different types of music will help you to seep into this fantastical world.

The music doesn’t all have to be epic scores though, some are perfect for setting the atmosphere of a location. The dank drip and melancholy tones you hear in dungeons can truly make your hairs stand on end, never quite knowing if what you heard was music or a beast about to strike from around the corner.

First thing you do when you get out of that dungeon? Go to a town, find a quiet place where no NPCs will bother you, and enjoy the gentle tones.

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