Oblivion Remastered Ranks 3rd in U.S. Sales for 2025, Trailing Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin's Creed: Shadows.

The success of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been nothing short of phenomenal. Not only has it garnered over 4 million players and achieved a peak concurrent player count of 216,784 on Steam, but it has also soared to become the third best-selling game in the U.S. for 2025 within just a week of its release on April 22. This achievement places it just behind Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin’s Creed: Shadows according to Circana's Mat Piscatella. It's important to note that these sales figures exclude subscriptions, such as those on Microsoft's Game Pass, indicating that Oblivion Remastered is a significant hit across multiple platforms.

The game's success has sparked speculation about future remasters from Bethesda, with Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas being the most talked-about candidates. Bruce Nesmith, a designer on Fallout 3, has suggested that a remaster of Fallout 3 would focus on significantly improving the gun combat, bringing it more in line with the advancements seen in Fallout 4. Nesmith emphasized the evolution from Fallout 3 to Fallout 4, noting the substantial improvements in gunplay that he believes would be incorporated into a remastered version.

Oblivion Remastered, crafted by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, showcases a host of enhancements that go beyond mere visual upgrades. The game now runs at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, but more importantly, it includes revamped leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology further enhance the experience. Fans have praised these changes, with some suggesting the game is more akin to a remake than a remaster. Bethesda has clarified their decision to go with a remaster, despite the extensive updates.

Nesmith praised the level of detail in Oblivion Remastered, stating it goes beyond simply updating to the 2011 version of Skyrim and might even be considered "Oblivion 2.0." He anticipates similar enhancements for a potential Fallout 3 remaster, particularly in terms of combat, which he admits did not meet the standards of contemporary shooters at the time of its original release.

Bethesda's current projects are diverse and exciting, with The Elder Scrolls VI and possibly more Starfield content in development, alongside ongoing work on Fallout 76 and the upcoming Fallout TV show, which will explore New Vegas in its second season. This array of projects promises a thrilling future for fans.

For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, our comprehensive guide covers everything from an Interactive Map and complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests to tips on Building the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and every PC Cheat Code available.

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