The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has taken the gaming world by storm, solidifying its status as a hit with an impressive peak concurrent player count of 216,784 on Steam alone. Launched on April 22 across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and directly into Game Pass, the game's success is undeniable. Within just one week of its release, Oblivion Remastered has soared to become the third best-selling game of 2025 in the U.S., trailing only behind Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, according to Circana's Mat Piscatella. It's important to note that these sales figures do not account for players accessing the game through subscription services like Game Pass, highlighting the game's widespread appeal.
The success of Oblivion Remastered has sparked speculation about future remasters from Bethesda, with many pointing towards Fallout 3 or Fallout: New Vegas as potential candidates. Bruce Nesmith, a designer on Fallout 3, has suggested that a remaster of Fallout 3 would likely see significant improvements in gun combat, aligning it more closely with the advancements seen in Fallout 4. Nesmith emphasized the evolution of the shooting mechanics from Fallout 3 to Fallout 4, indicating that a remaster would incorporate these enhancements to bring the game up to modern standards.
Developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered boasts a host of visual and feature upgrades. Running at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, the game offers enhanced leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. Additionally, new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have been introduced, leading some fans to consider it more of a remake than a remaster. Bethesda, however, has clarified their choice to pursue a remaster rather than a full remake.
Nesmith praised the extensive updates in Oblivion Remastered, suggesting that similar improvements could be expected in a potential Fallout 3 remaster. He noted that Oblivion Remastered not only matches but in some ways surpasses the graphical updates seen in Skyrim, earning it the nickname "Oblivion 2.0."
As Bethesda continues to work on multiple projects, including The Elder Scrolls VI and possibly more Starfield content, alongside ongoing support for Fallout 76 and the upcoming second season of the Fallout TV show set in New Vegas, fans have much to look forward to. For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, comprehensive resources are available, including an interactive map, detailed walkthroughs for the main questline and guild quests, character building guides, and a list of PC cheat codes.
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