The success of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been nothing short of phenomenal. With Bethesda announcing over 4 million players and a peak concurrent player count of 216,784 on Steam alone, the game has quickly become a standout hit. Launched on April 22 across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and available day one on Game Pass, Oblivion Remastered has swiftly climbed to the third spot on the U.S. best-selling games list for 2025, trailing only behind Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin’s Creed: Shadows according to Circana’s Mat Piscatella. It's noteworthy that these sales figures do not include Game Pass subscriptions, underscoring the game's strong market performance.
Developed by remake specialist Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered boasts significant visual and gameplay enhancements. Running at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, the game offers more than just a graphical overhaul. From improved leveling systems and character creation to enhanced combat animations and in-game menus, the remaster introduces new dialogue, a proper third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology. Fans have been so impressed by these changes that some consider it more of a remake than a remaster, though Bethesda has clarified their choice to label it as a remaster.
The success of Oblivion Remastered has sparked speculation about future Bethesda remasters, with Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas often mentioned as potential candidates. Bruce Nesmith, a designer on Fallout 3, hinted at what players might expect from a Fallout 3 Remastered. He noted that the original game's gun combat was "not good" and anticipated significant improvements akin to those seen in Fallout 4. Nesmith suggested that a remastered Fallout 3 would feature shooting mechanics more in line with Fallout 4, reflecting the substantial work done to enhance the gunplay experience.
Nesmith also drew parallels between the improvements in Oblivion Remastered and what could be expected in future remasters. He praised the visual upgrades in Oblivion Remastered, suggesting it could be considered "Oblivion 2.0," and indicated that similar enhancements could be applied to Fallout 3.
As Bethesda continues to work on multiple fronts, including The Elder Scrolls VI and potential expansions for Starfield, alongside ongoing projects like Fallout 76 and the upcoming Fallout TV show's second season set in New Vegas, the future looks bright for fans of their expansive universes.
For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, our comprehensive guide offers everything from an interactive map and complete walkthroughs for the main questline and guild quests, to tips on building the perfect character, essential early-game actions, and all the PC cheat codes you could need.
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