The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a massive impact upon its surprise launch on Steam on April 22. The game soared to the peak of Steam's global top-selling chart by revenue, surpassing titles like Valve's Counter-Strike 2, the viral sensation Schedule I, and Blizzard's recently updated Overwatch 2. On its debut day, Oblivion Remastered achieved a staggering peak concurrent player count of over 180,000, making it the fourth most-played game on the platform, only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. Notably, it stands as the most-played single-player RPG on Steam, outranking the popular Baldur’s Gate 3, and has earned a 'very positive' user review rating.
While Steam's statistics provide a glimpse into the game's popularity, the full scope of Oblivion Remastered's success extends beyond these numbers. As a title owned by Microsoft—through its acquisition of Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media—Oblivion Remastered was immediately available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers. This likely contributed to a significant number of players accessing the game via this subscription service. Additionally, the game's release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S further amplifies its reach, suggesting that the true peak concurrent player count across all platforms on launch day far exceeds the 180,000 recorded on Steam alone.
Although Bethesda has yet to release official total player or sales figures, the game's performance hints at a promising start, with expectations of even higher player engagement as it enters its first weekend on sale.
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Developed by the remake specialists at Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered boasts a plethora of visual and feature enhancements. Running at a crisp 4K resolution and smooth 60 frames per second, the game offers much more than just graphical upgrades. From revamped leveling systems and character creation to improved combat animations and in-game menus, the remaster brings significant gameplay enhancements. Additionally, players can enjoy new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology. These updates have resonated well with fans, with some even suggesting that the game could be considered a full remake. However, Bethesda has clarified its choice to label it as a remaster.
Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed up the beloved Morrowind, launching on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version following in 2007. Set in the fictional province of Cyrodiil, the game follows the player character's quest to thwart a fanatical cult bent on opening portals to the demonic realm of Oblivion.
For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, we offer an extensive guide covering everything from an interactive map to complete walkthroughs of the main questline and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, and essential things to do first, ensuring you make the most out of your adventure.
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