The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a significant impact with its surprise launch on Steam on April 22. On its release day, the game achieved a peak concurrent player count of over 180,000, showcasing its immediate popularity. It quickly ascended to the top of Steam's global top-selling games list, outranking major titles like Counter-Strike 2, Schedule I, and Overwatch 2, which had just received a major update. This impressive performance on Steam also positioned Oblivion Remastered as the fourth most-played game on the platform, only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. Notably, it has become the most-played single-player RPG on Steam, surpassing even the popular Baldur's Gate 3, and it boasts a 'very positive' user review rating.
However, Steam's statistics only tell part of the story. As a Microsoft-owned title, thanks to Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media, Oblivion Remastered was simultaneously made available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers. This likely contributed to a much larger player base than what is reflected in Steam's numbers alone. Additionally, the game's release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S means that its total concurrent player count on launch day would be significantly higher than the 180,000 reported on Steam. Although Bethesda has yet to release official figures for total players or sales, the game's success is evident, and player numbers are expected to grow further as it enters its first weekend on sale.
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Developed by Virtuos, a studio known for its remakes, using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered offers a host of visual and gameplay enhancements. It supports 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, but the improvements go beyond just graphical upgrades. Significant changes have been made to the leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. Additionally, there's new dialogue, an enhanced third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology. These updates have been well-received by the community, with some fans arguing that the game should be classified as a remake rather than a remaster. Bethesda, however, has clarified its choice to label it as a remaster.
Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the beloved Morrowind and was available on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version released in 2007. Set in the fictional province of Cyrodiil, the game follows the player's journey to thwart a fanatical cult intent on opening portals to the demonic realm of Oblivion.
For those eager to dive into the world of Oblivion Remastered, we offer a comprehensive guide covering everything from an expansive Interactive Map to complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on Building the Perfect Character, and essential Things to Do First.
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