The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a significant impact upon its surprise release on Steam, achieving a peak concurrent player count of over 180,000 on its launch day, April 22. This unexpected launch propelled the game to the top of Steam's global top-selling games list, surpassing titles such as Counter-Strike 2, the viral hit Schedule I, and Overwatch 2, which had just received a major update.
On the same day, Oblivion Remastered secured its place as the fourth most-played game on Steam, trailing only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It also became the most-played single-player RPG on the platform, outperforming the popular Baldur's Gate 3, and boasting a 'very positive' user review rating.
While Steam statistics offer valuable insights, they don't capture the full scope of Oblivion Remastered's success. As a Microsoft-owned title (Microsoft acquired Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media), the game was simultaneously released on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers, likely attracting a substantial number of players through this channel. Additionally, its availability on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S further boosts its player base, though exact numbers from these platforms remain undisclosed. The true peak concurrent player count across all platforms on launch day is undoubtedly much higher than the 180,000 recorded on Steam alone.
Despite the absence of official total player or sales figures from Bethesda, the game's performance suggests a strong start. With the first weekend of sales ahead, player numbers are expected to grow even further.
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Oblivion Remastered, crafted by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, offers a host of visual and gameplay enhancements. It supports 4K resolution at 60 frames per second and includes significant upgrades to the leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, an improved third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have also been added, earning praise from fans. Some consider it more of a remake than a remaster, though Bethesda maintains its classification as a remaster.
Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the beloved Morrowind, available on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version released in 2007. Set in the fictional 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 eager to dive in, we offer a comprehensive guide to Oblivion Remastered, featuring an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, tips on Building the Perfect Character, and a list of Things to Do First, among other resources.
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