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. The unexpected release, dubbed a "shadow drop" by Bethesda on April 22, propelled the game to the pinnacle of Steam's global top-selling games list, surpassing heavyweights like Valve's Counter-Strike 2, the viral sensation Schedule I, and Blizzard's Overwatch 2, which had just received a notable update.
Oblivion Remastered not only topped sales charts but also became the fourth most-played game on Steam on the day of its release, trailing behind only Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It has claimed the title of the most-played single-player RPG on the platform, outpacing the popular Baldur's Gate 3, and boasts a 'very positive' user review rating.
While Steam statistics offer a glimpse into the game's success, they only tell part of the story. As a Microsoft-owned title—Microsoft acquired Bethesda's parent company, ZeniMax Media—Oblivion Remastered was immediately available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. This likely contributed to a significant number of players accessing the game through the subscription service.
Furthermore, the game's release on PlayStation 5 and standard Xbox Series X and S adds to its reach, though neither Microsoft nor Sony publicly disclose player counts. Consequently, the true peak concurrent player count on launch day is believed to be much higher than the 180,000 reported on Steam.
Although Bethesda has yet to release total player or sales figures, the initial success of Oblivion Remastered is undeniable, and expectations are high as the game enters its first weekend on the market.
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Oblivion Remastered, crafted by the renowned remake specialists at Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, offers a plethora of visual and feature enhancements. The game runs smoothly at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, but the improvements extend beyond mere graphics. From revamped leveling systems and character creation to enhanced combat animations and in-game menus, the remaster brings a fresh feel to the classic title. Additionally, players can enjoy new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology. These changes have resonated well with the community, with some fans arguing that the game should be classified as a full remake. However, Bethesda has clarified their decision to label it as a remaster.
Originally launched in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the beloved Morrowind, debuting on PC and Xbox 360 before arriving on PlayStation 3 in 2007. Set in the fictional province of Cyrodiil, the game centers on the player's quest to thwart a fanatical cult intent on opening portals to the demonic realm known as Oblivion.
For those diving into the remastered world of Oblivion, we've compiled an extensive guide. It includes an interactive map, complete 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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