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Forums - Gaming - Elder Scrolls Oblivion: 1st person mode or 3rd person?

I played different views depending on what I am doing. For combat of any sort (magic, arrows, swords) I used first person. For walking around and what not I also used first person. However, whenever I heard the combat music start while exploring I'd switch to third person to get a greater viewing area before I'm snuck up on by enemies.

For sneaking around (assassination missions) I'd use third person exclusively for the increased viewing area. It also helped you see if your character is actually in the dark or not.