How can I tell which NPCs are hostile in Oblivion?

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I’m new to Oblivion and I have a question about identifying hostile NPCs. I’m used to Fallout 4 where enemies are marked as red dots on the radar, and aggressive NPCs still show up with a red title when I aim at them, even in Survival difficulty. Does Oblivion have a similar method for signaling which NPCs are going to attack me, or is it less clear?

How can I tell which NPCs are hostile in Oblivion
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3 Answers

CunningRogue56 -

Basically, if an NPC starts running at you, it’s usually a sign they mean trouble. Just watch their behavior; if they’re aggressive, they’re definitely not friendly!

StealthyArcher89 -

In Oblivion, hostile NPCs do show up as red dots on your radar, just like in Fallout 4. You’ll also hear battle music when they’re nearby. It’s a pretty similar system, so keep your ears open!

MysticMage33 -

True, but you need to be pretty close to see them as red dots. If you’re far away, they might not show up right away.

BraveKnight77 -

You can also wait in-game, and if there are enemies nearby, it’ll say ‘enemies close’ which means they’re likely hostile. So patience might help too!

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