Oblivion Remastered Hits Steam Big, Set to Grow Larger

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a significant impact upon its surprise launch on Steam on April 22. On its release day, the game achieved an impressive peak concurrent player count of over 180,000. This remastered version swiftly ascended to the top of Steam's global top-selling games list, surpassing major titles like Counter-Strike 2, Schedule I, and Overwatch 2, which had recently received a substantial update.

Oblivion Remastered secured its position as the fourth most-played game on Steam that day, trailing only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It now holds the title of 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 statistics provide valuable insights, they do not fully encapsulate the success of Oblivion Remastered. Being a Microsoft-owned title (with Microsoft owning Bethesda's parent company, ZeniMax Media), the game was instantly available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers, likely contributing to a significant number of additional players. Furthermore, the game's release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S suggests that the true peak concurrent player count on launch day far exceeds the 180,000 reported on Steam alone.

Although Bethesda has yet to release official total player or sales figures, the game's success is undeniable and is expected to grow further as it enters its first weekend on sale.

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Developed by Virtuos, a specialist in remakes, using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered offers a comprehensive array of visual and feature enhancements. The game runs at a stunning 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, but the improvements extend beyond mere graphics. Enhancements to the leveling system, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus have been implemented. Additional new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have been well-received by fans. Some even consider it more of a remake than a remaster, though Bethesda clarifies its choice to label it as a remaster.

Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the beloved Morrowind, launching on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version released in 2007. The game is set in the fictional province of Cyrodiil, where players embark on a quest to thwart a fanatical cult's attempt to open portals to the demonic realm known as Oblivion.

For those eager to dive into Oblivion Remastered, we offer a detailed guide covering everything from an interactive map and complete walkthroughs of the main questline and guild quests, to tips on building the perfect character and things to do first to enhance your gaming experience.