By The topic of costs is a significant subject in the gaming world today, yet I don’t believe it impacts Bethesda and its $155 Oblivion Remastered lamp, which is now available for sale.
Indeed, I’ve observed some Elder Scrolls enthusiasts voicing concerns regarding the $50 price tag of the upgraded RPG – stunning and fantastic in design. However, I’m convinced that the 8.26 inches of resin utilized by Bethesda to create this memorial Oblivion Gate lamp will eventually be regarded as an extremely justified investment at just $155.
Bethesda itself seems to share that sentiment, promoting the intriguing LED lamp on its site, which boldly showcases the segment of brown plastic and the cheesy residue enveloping its transparent, acrylic core. Oh, I mean – the flames which dance at the enigmatic realm beyond.
“The emperor has met his demise,” says the description of the Oblivion Gate statue ominously. “The Dragonfires are extinguished. The Daedra are now free to wreak havoc on the mortal realm. And you… you have discovered a Gate to Oblivion!”
Well, actually, Bethesda, I ordered it online and opted for express shipping. But do continue.
“Beware of its alluring flame,” the narrative goes on. “Be cautious of the Daedra within.”
Later, Bethesda clarifies that the exclusive edition lamp – of which only 2,006 units were produced, symbolizing Oblivion’s initial release year – will allow “you to experience the captivating presence of the strange portal in reality.”
In the actual Oblivion game, these Gates serve not just as a playful touch for your work desk but as sputtering rings of fire enabling players to traverse different dimensions.
So “turn on its light and witness its ‘flame’ flicker and illuminate the nearby ‘stone,’ creating an illusion of hellfire emerging from Mehrunes Dagon’s realm,” suggests Bethesda’s merchandise shop.
Alright, fine Bethesda, you’ve persuaded me. I’ll open the portal to Hell from beside my computer screen, why not.