The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a significant impact upon its surprise release on Steam on April 22. The game quickly soared to the top of Steam's global top-selling list by revenue, surpassing popular titles such as Counter-Strike 2, Schedule I, and Overwatch 2, which had just received a major update. On launch day, Oblivion Remastered achieved a peak concurrent player count of over 180,000, making it the fourth most-played game on Steam that day, trailing only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It also stands out as the most-played single-player RPG on the platform, outperforming the popular Baldur's Gate 3, and boasts a 'very positive' user review rating.
While Steam's figures are impressive, they only represent a fraction of the game's total reach. As a title owned by Microsoft—through its ownership of Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media—Oblivion Remastered was simultaneously made available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers. This likely added a substantial number of players to its total. Additionally, the game's launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S further amplifies its player base, although exact numbers from these platforms are not publicly disclosed. As a result, the true peak concurrent player count across all platforms on launch day is undoubtedly much higher than the reported 180,000.
The game's success is expected to grow, particularly as it enters its first weekend on the market. Bethesda has yet to release official figures for total players or sales, but the early signs are promising.
Developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered boasts a suite of enhancements. It runs at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, and features significant updates to the leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. The remaster also includes new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology. These improvements have led some fans to describe the game as more of a remake than a remaster, though Bethesda has clarified its choice to label it as a remaster.
Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the acclaimed Morrowind, launching on PC and Xbox 360 before coming to PlayStation 3 in 2007. Set in the fictional province of Cyrodiil, the game centers on the player's mission to stop a fanatical cult from opening portals to the demonic realm of Oblivion.
For those diving into the remastered version, 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 suggestions for things to do first, ensuring a rich and fulfilling gaming experience.
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