The success of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered continues to soar, cementing its status as a major hit in the gaming industry. With an impressive peak concurrent player count of 216,784 on Steam, and its availability across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and Game Pass, the game has captured the attention of gamers worldwide. Just one week after its surprise release on April 22, 2025, Oblivion Remastered has surged to become the third best-selling game in the U.S. for the year, trailing only behind Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin's Creed: Shadows according to Circana's Mat Piscatella. This achievement is particularly notable as it does not include sales from subscription services like Game Pass, highlighting the game's strong sales performance.
The success of Oblivion Remastered has sparked speculation about future remasters from Bethesda, with Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas frequently mentioned as potential candidates. Bruce Nesmith, a designer on Fallout 3, has suggested that a remaster would significantly enhance the game's gun combat, bringing it more in line with the improvements seen in Fallout 4. Nesmith emphasized the evolution from Fallout 3's initial foray into shooter-style gameplay to the refined mechanics in Fallout 4, hinting at the potential for similar enhancements in a remastered version.
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Developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered boasts a host of visual and feature enhancements. Running at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, the game offers not only improved graphics but also significant updates to gameplay mechanics. From revamped leveling systems and character creation to enhanced combat animations and in-game menus, the remaster has received widespread acclaim. Additional features include new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology, leading some fans to argue that it's more of a remake than a remaster. Despite this, Bethesda has clarified their choice to label it as a remaster.
Nesmith also commented on the potential for a Fallout 3 remaster, suggesting that it would follow a similar path to Oblivion Remastered with significant improvements to combat and other systems. He noted that Oblivion Remastered has been updated to a level that surpasses even the most recent graphical updates to Skyrim, earning it the nickname "Oblivion 2.0" among fans.
Bethesda's busy schedule includes work on The Elder Scrolls VI and possibly more content for Starfield, alongside ongoing projects like Fallout 76 and the upcoming second season of the Fallout TV show set in New Vegas. This flurry of activity promises an exciting future for fans of Bethesda's expansive gaming universe.
For those eager to dive into The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, our comprehensive guide offers everything you need, including an interactive map, complete walkthroughs for the main and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, a list of things to do first, and all the PC cheat codes you could want.
