"Oblivion Remastered Surges on Steam, Set for Further Growth"

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a massive splash upon its surprise release on Steam, achieving a peak concurrent player count of over 180,000 on its launch day. Bethesda's unexpected drop of the game on April 22 propelled it to the pinnacle of Steam's global top-selling games list, surpassing giants like Valve's Counter-Strike 2, the viral sensation Schedule I, and Blizzard's Overwatch 2, which had just received a significant update.

Oblivion Remastered also secured its place as the fourth most-played game on Steam that day, trailing only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It stands out as the most-played single-player RPG on the platform, outshining the popular Baldur’s Gate 3, and boasts a 'very positive' user review rating.

While Steam statistics offer valuable insights, they only tell part of the story for Oblivion Remastered. As a game owned by Microsoft (Bethesda's parent company, ZeniMax Media, is under Microsoft's umbrella), it was immediately available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers. This likely contributed significantly to its player base. Additionally, the game's launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and S would further boost its total player count beyond the reported 180,000 on Steam alone. Although Microsoft and Sony do not disclose player numbers, the actual peak concurrent players on launch day across all platforms is undoubtedly much higher.

Despite not releasing total player or sales figures yet, Bethesda's latest offering seems poised for continued success, especially as it heads into its first weekend on the market.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Screenshots

View 6 ImagesDeveloped by Virtuos, specialists in game remakes, using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered offers a plethora of visual and feature enhancements. It delivers stunning 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, but the real game-changers are the overhauls to the leveling system, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, an improved third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology further enhance the experience. These changes have been well-received by fans, with some suggesting that the game should be labeled a remake rather than a remaster. Bethesda, however, has clarified their decision to classify it as a remaster.

Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the beloved Morrowind, debuting on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version arriving in 2007. Set in the mythical province of Cyrodiil, players embark on a quest to thwart a fanatical cult intent on opening portals to the demonic realm of Oblivion.

For those diving into the world of Cyrodiil, our comprehensive guide covers everything from an expansive Interactive Map and complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, to tips on Building the Perfect Character and Things to Do First.

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