How to make money fast in Oblivion Remastered
Making gold early in Oblivion Remastered can feel a bit slow, especially when you're just getting started. But you’ll need money for everything—gear, spells, potions, even certain dialogue options.
The good news is, there are some simple, repeatable ways to earn gold without too much effort. Here’s a laid-back guide to help you stack some coins early on.
How to make gold fast in Oblivion Remastered
Loot everything
Image via Bethesda SoftworksThe easiest way to start making money is to loot enemies and places you explore. Most enemies drop small amounts of gold, but more importantly, they carry weapons, armor, and other gear you can sell. Caves and dungeons usually have chests with gold and valuable items, too.
When your inventory fills up, just drop the cheap stuff and hang on to anything that looks rare or expensive. Sell your haul at any vendor when you’re back in town.
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Potion crafting
Image via Bethesda SoftworksPotion crafting might sound boring, but it’s actually one of the most consistent ways to make gold in the early game. You don’t need fancy ingredients—just stuff that’s easy to find.
Here’s a quick routine you can follow:
- Go to farms near the Imperial City or the vineyard outside Skingrad.
- Pick up grapes, tomatoes, apples—basically anything with the Restore Fatigue effect.
- Combine them using the Alchemy skill to make Restore Fatigue potions.
- Sell the potions at a vendor. The Merchants Inn in the Imperial City is a solid spot.
- Wait 3–4 in-game days for crops to regrow, then do it all again.
This works well because ingredients are easy to get, and you can make a bunch of potions quickly. Over time, your Alchemy skill will improve, and your potions will be worth more.
Do side quests
Image via Bethesda SoftworksSide quests are a good way to earn gold while also getting some light story content. Most give you gold when you finish them, and some also lead to valuable loot. These are great to mix in between dungeon crawling and potion runs.
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Sell rare items
Image via Bethesda SoftworksEvery now and then, you’ll find items that are just worth a lot—like Poisoned Apples, which sell for about 300 gold each. Keep an eye out for anything that looks unique or high-value, and don’t hesitate to sell it if you don’t need it for something else.
Tips
Image via Bethesda Softworks- Don’t carry junk. Keep your inventory light so you can grab more valuable stuff.
- Vendors pay different amounts. If something seems too low, try another shop.
- No need to hunt for rare potion ingredients early on—stick to what’s easy and repeatable.
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FAQs
Q: What’s the fastest way to make gold in the very beginning?
- Crafting and selling Restore Fatigue potions using grapes and cheap food is the most efficient early-game method.
Q: Where do I find the best ingredients for potions?
- Head to the vineyard near Skingrad or farms around the Imperial City. Grapes, tomatoes, and apples work well.
Q: Is it worth picking up every item I find?
- Early on, yes—just make sure to drop the low-value stuff when your inventory gets full.
Q: How often can I farm potion ingredients?
- Wait about 3–4 in-game days, and most crops will regrow.
Q: Where should I sell potions and loot?
- Try the Merchants Inn in Imperial City for a reliable place to offload your items.
Q: Are side quests worth the time?
- Definitely. Most give gold, and some have good loot too. Plus, you get some light stories along the way.
