I had nearly given up on the tedious lockpicking mechanics of Oblivion Remastered until recently.

When it comes to Oblivion’s lockpicking, I was often frustrated by the delicate tumblers that seemed to taunt my slow reflexes. However, an enlightening comment on Reddit fundamentally changed how I engage with the game’s locks.

While many players rely on methods like the Skeleton Key to breeze through lockpicking, I’ve found a strategy that suits those of us who prefer a bit of challenge with a minimal fuss.

The trick is simple: after raising a tumbler, keep it juggled at a slow speed until you feel confident in setting it into place, significantly reducing the risk of breakage. This ingenious method has allowed me to successfully unlock over one hundred different doors and chests with just three broken picks.

This newfound technique has transformed lockpicking into one of my favorite activities, rivaling even the persuasion minigame in terms of enjoyment.

If you’re struggling with the original minigame mechanics or looking to master it, you could also check out this guide on how to get lockpicks in Oblivion and find the Skeleton Key’s location.

The Oblivion remaster remains a nostalgic journey, and each clever tweak to gameplay breathes fresh life into our adventures in Cyrodiil.