The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a significant impact with its launch on Steam, achieving a peak concurrent player count of over 180,000 on its release day. Bethesda's surprise release on April 22 propelled the game to the top of Steam's global top-selling games list, surpassing titles like Counter-Strike 2, Schedule I, and Overwatch 2, which had just received a major update. The remastered version also secured its position as the fourth most-played game on Steam that day, trailing only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It stands as the most-played single-player RPG on Steam, outperforming the popular Baldur's Gate 3, and has earned a 'very positive' user review rating.
While Steam statistics provide valuable insights, they don't capture the full extent of Oblivion Remastered's success. As a Microsoft-owned title, it was immediately available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers, likely attracting a substantial number of players. Additionally, the game's release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S would further increase its player base, although exact numbers from these platforms remain undisclosed. This suggests that the true peak concurrent player count on launch day across all platforms would be significantly higher than 180,000. As the game moves into its first weekend on sale, player numbers are expected to grow even more.
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Oblivion Remastered, crafted by the experienced team at Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts an impressive array of visual and gameplay enhancements. It delivers stunning 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, alongside significant updates to the leveling system, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. The inclusion of new dialogue, a refined third-person perspective, and advanced lip sync technology has been well-received by fans, some of whom argue it should be classified as a remake. Bethesda, however, has clarified their decision to label it as a remaster.
Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the acclaimed Morrowind, launching on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version following 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 diving into the remastered experience, we offer a comprehensive guide covering everything from an expansive Interactive Map to complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and every Guild Quest. Learn how to Build the Perfect Character, discover Things to Do First, and much more to enhance your journey through Cyrodiil.
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