Oblivion Remastered Surges on Steam, Set for Further Growth

The highly anticipated The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a spectacular debut on Steam, achieving a peak concurrent player count of over 180,000 on its release day, April 22. Bethesda's surprise launch propelled the game to the top of Steam’s global top-selling list by revenue, outperforming notable titles such as Valve's Counter-Strike 2, the viral sensation Schedule I, and Blizzard's Overwatch 2, which had just received a major update.

On its launch day, Oblivion Remastered secured the fourth spot among the most-played games on Steam, trailing behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It stands as the most-played single-player RPG on the platform, surpassing the popular Baldur’s Gate 3, and has garnered a 'very positive' user review rating from its community.

While Steam statistics provide valuable insights, they do not fully capture the extent of Oblivion Remastered's success. As a Microsoft-owned title—Microsoft having acquired Bethesda’s parent company ZeniMax Media—the game was immediately available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers, likely boosting its player base significantly. Additionally, with its release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S, the true peak concurrent player count on launch day is undoubtedly much higher than the reported 180,000. Although Bethesda has not yet disclosed total player or sales figures, the game's momentum is expected to grow as it heads into its first weekend.

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Oblivion Remastered, developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts a plethora of visual and gameplay enhancements. The game runs at a crisp 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, alongside significant improvements to the leveling system, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology further enrich the experience. Fans have praised these changes, with some suggesting that the title deserves the label of a remake rather than a remaster. Bethesda, however, has clarified its choice to categorize it as a remaster.

Originally released in 2006 as a sequel to the beloved Morrowind, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion made its debut on PC and Xbox 360, followed by a PlayStation 3 release in 2007. Set in the enchanting province of Cyrodiil, the game follows the player's journey to thwart a fanatical cult intent on opening portals to the demonic realm of Oblivion.

For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, our comprehensive guide offers an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on Building the Perfect Character, and a list of Things to Do First, ensuring you get the most out of your adventure.