Oblivion - Xbox 360 Game of the Year Edition

I just wanted to let everyone know that this is a platinum hits version. The cover art looks like the old GOTY editions but when you recieve the game you will notice it is in a grey box instead of the lime green. Then when you open the box you will imediately notice the Platinum hits disks.This doesnt really matter but I didnt know I was getting this version because it is not advertised as Platinum hits. Also dont expect there to be a game manual in it like the original came with , its just a sorry little 3 page pamplet with the controller layout and another pamplet advertising some game that I cant remember. I really was thinking I was getting the original GOTY edition with the map and full booklet. Oh well.Now for what really matters. I have completed Skyrim and the expansion dlc dawnguard and also leveled all the way out to level 81. That is a most excellent game!!!!. I decided I wanted some more Elder Scrolls so I decided to pick up Oblivion. I can honestly say that I am not disappointed in the least. I went into this knowing the game was released in early 2006. So I knew the graphics and voice acting were not going to be up to the standards of Skyrim. The gameplay is almost identical to skyrim. The world is beautiful even with todays standards. The character movement seems to be no different than Skyrim. There are plenty of side quests to go along with the main quest line. So far I am really enjoying the Thieves Guild and Dark Brotherhood quest lines. Just as in Skyrim you can either do the main quest line or save it for later and do side quests like the Thieves Guild that actually have a story of their own. There is just so much to do and so many places to explore.In conclusion I have to say to you. This is an excellent game with top notch game play that will keep you playing for hundreds of hours. I actually have friends that have been playing this game since its release date and still are playing it today. Go into this game with the mind frame that it was released in 2006. Im not downplaying anything about the game but if you go into it like that there should be no disapointment. Finally , the graphics and world of the game are beautiful , the gameplay top notch , so many hours of quests to even begin try and count. You could literally play this game for years and still not find or do everything. So If you are on the fence about this game climb on down and just buy it because in my humble opinion it has been well worth the money.Note: ( dont forget that this is the platinum hits version and doesnt include the full release date manual , map and is incased in a gray platinum hits box. If you are looking for the original with the map , lime green box and original GOTY edition discs try somewhere else. Although I was a little disappointed with these few things the game itself is a 5 out of 5 stars and I do not regret my purchase. )

Bless the Nine for this game! This is the first Elder Scrolls game I have played and I was impressed. This game is massive and it's not just empty space, there are copious amounts of dungeons, capes, inns, and most importantly quests. The main story is epic and many side quests are just as epic as the main one. This game is and always will be considered one of the greatest Action-RPGs ever.The Story:-So you are a prisoner and fate has brought you and Emperor Uriel Septim together as he had a dream about you being someone to trust as he needs to escape through your prison cell. You are freed with it because the emperor entrusts you with the Amulet of the Kings as he fears he will be assassinated.- The emperor gets assassinated and you have to go find the new heir or all of Cyrodil and Tamierel (Elder Scrolls land) will be destroyed by the Daedric God Mehrunes Dagon.Pros:- Very strong story with amazing depth, the side quests add to the backstory of the area and game.- Very addicting gameplay, feels a lot more complicated than it looks whether you are cast spells of destruction, summoning creatures to aid you, or fighting with a sword. There are a lot of factors that go into combat and gameplay. In the end it looks like you are just flailing and running in circles though.- The AI is pretty decent considering how long ago this game came out. NPCs aren't annoying to work with in this game (except for following Baurus to the sewers, goodbye hour of your life)- Every dungeon is different and unique in their own way, while there are a couple of styles, each layout is unique.- Your enemies level up along with you so that way the game is always challenging. Of course there is a cap at like level 30, but at that point you know pretty much everything about combat.- The game explains in great detail what each attribute does for your character when creating it.- The main quest is rather short as far as most main stories go, but there are a plethora of questlines. It's not an achievement, but it should be just to complete every quest.- Every person has voice dialogue that's not annoying.- You can fast travel to any location you've discovered.Cons:- There are quite a few glitches in the game, most of the don't effect anything, but there are a couple that make it impossible to finish quests. I recommend you check the Elder Scrolls wiki should you think there's a glitch.Other:- On one playthrough I got all 1250G, (game of the year edition gives the Shivering Isles DLC which is the only DLC that gives any achievements). It's not hard because the achievements all revolve around quests.- The Game of the Year edition comes with a DLC disk for the Shivering Isles and the Knights of the Nine questline- Other DLC doesn't provide extra achievements and not so much extra story, just somewhat decent equipment.- I've played 74 hours so far and I'm nowhere near to done with the side quests.Buy this game if:- You want to play an epic, amazing, and beautiful Action-RPG.- The game is under $20 (Game of Year version)- Haven't played Skyrim yetTo me there's no reason why you shouldn't buy this game except for price.

What can I say? This is the game that actually put Bethesda on the map. I am a fanatic and own TES IV on every console and PC. I even bought an expensive Nvidia graphics card to play this in full glory back in the day. Anyway, I have been looking for a physical copy since backwards compatibility was announced for X Box One. Here it is....and it has the two most important DLC: Shivering Isles, and Knights of the Nine. Granted, I own the digital copy, but this is a collector’s item. Shipping was fast, price was cheap, and game is mint. As a side note, this game is actually tricky to install. If you own the digital copy of the base game, and try to install...the launcher will not allow it and simply launches the game. You must uninstall the digital copy, insert disc 2 and the launcher will download the newer Enhanced version files. You must also keep disc 2 inserted while playing. Essentially, disc 1 is useless for X Box One. It installs normally on 360. Also, if you own the digital version, you cannot use this disc to play DLC unless it is inserted....no mixing digital and physical content. Thanks a lot DRM! I own both....so, it’s all good, cuz.