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 list, surpassing popular titles like Counter-Strike 2, Schedule I, and Overwatch 2, which had recently been updated. The game also ranked as the fourth most-played title on Steam, trailing only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2, and emerged as the most-played single-player RPG, outperforming even the popular Baldur’s Gate 3. With a 'very positive' user review rating, Oblivion Remastered has clearly resonated with the gaming community.

However, Steam's statistics only provide a part of the picture. As a Microsoft-owned game, thanks to Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media, Oblivion Remastered 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 and Xbox Series X and S would further boost its player numbers, though these figures are not publicly disclosed by Microsoft or Sony. Consequently, the true peak concurrent player count on launch day is expected to be much higher than the reported 180,000.

While Bethesda has yet to release official total player or sales numbers, the game's success is undeniable, and expectations are high for even greater player engagement as it enters its first weekend on the market.

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Developed by Virtuos, a specialist in game remakes, using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered boasts a host of visual and feature enhancements. The game supports 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, but the improvements go beyond mere graphics. Enhancements include revamped leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have also been added. These changes have been well-received by fans, with some suggesting that the game could be considered a remake rather than a remaster. Bethesda, however, has clarified their decision to label it as a remaster.

Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion followed the beloved Morrowind on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version arriving 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 of Oblivion.

For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, a comprehensive guide awaits, featuring an interactive map, complete walkthroughs for the main questline and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, and a list of things to do first among other resources.