The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Is Already the 3rd Best-Selling Game of 2025 in the U.S., Behind Only Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin's Creed: Shadows.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has taken the gaming world by storm, quickly establishing itself as a major hit in 2025. With an astonishing peak concurrent player count of 216,784 on Steam alone, the game's success is undeniable. This achievement is even more impressive considering its simultaneous launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and its inclusion in Microsoft's Game Pass.

In just one week since its shadow-drop on April 22, Oblivion Remastered has soared to become the third best-selling game of 2025 in the U.S. by dollar sales, according to Circana’s Mat Piscatella. It trails only behind Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, a testament to its widespread appeal and commercial success. It's important to note that these sales figures do not include players accessing the game through subscription services, highlighting the remaster's significant impact on the market.

Given this success, the gaming community eagerly anticipates more remasters from Bethesda. Rumors are swirling that either Fallout 3 or Fallout: New Vegas could be next in line for a similar treatment. Bruce Nesmith, a designer on Fallout 3, has expressed that a remastered version would likely see substantial improvements in gun combat, bringing it more in line with the advancements seen in Fallout 4. Nesmith noted that the original Fallout 3's combat mechanics were not up to par with other shooters of its time, but he believes Bethesda would address these issues in a remaster.

Developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered boasts a plethora of enhancements. From running at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second to significant improvements in leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus, the remaster has left no stone unturned. Additionally, new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have been introduced, earning praise from fans who some believe it could be more accurately described as a remake. Bethesda, however, has clarified their decision to label it a remaster.

Nesmith also commented on the extent of Oblivion Remastered's updates, suggesting that it goes beyond merely updating to the 2011 version of Skyrim. He described the remaster as "Oblivion 2.0," indicating the level of transformation and enhancement the game has undergone.

Bethesda's current lineup is packed with exciting projects, including The Elder Scrolls VI and potential expansions for Starfield. Alongside ongoing work on Fallout 76 and the Fallout TV show's move to New Vegas for its second season, fans have a lot to look forward to.

For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, our comprehensive guide covers everything from an expansive Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on building the perfect character, and a list of essential things to do first, to every PC Cheat Code available.

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