Oblivion Remastered Thrives on Steam, Growth Ahead

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made an impressive debut on Steam, reaching a peak of over 180,000 concurrent players on launch day.

Following Bethesda's surprise release of Oblivion Remastered on April 22, the game quickly rose to Steam's top-selling list by revenue, surpassing popular titles like Counter-Strike 2, the breakout hit Schedule I, and the recently updated Overwatch 2 from Blizzard.

Yesterday, Oblivion Remastered ranked as the fourth most-played game on Steam, trailing only Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It now holds the title of Steam's most-played single-player RPG, outpacing Baldur's Gate 3's resurgence, and boasts a 'Very Positive' user rating.

While Steam statistics offer only part of the picture, Oblivion Remastered's success extends beyond these numbers. As a Microsoft-owned title (through Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media), the game launched directly into Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers, likely attracting a substantial player base through the subscription service alone.

With additional releases on PlayStation 5 and standard Xbox Series X/S consoles, Oblivion Remastered's true launch-day concurrent player count undoubtedly exceeds 180,000, though neither Microsoft nor Sony disclose platform-specific player numbers.

The remaster appears to be a major success already, though Bethesda has yet to share official sales figures. Player engagement is expected to grow further as the game enters its first weekend post-launch.

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Developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, Oblivion Remastered delivers extensive visual and gameplay enhancements. Beyond the expected 4K/60fps performance, meaningful upgrades span leveling systems, character customization, combat animations, and UI design. The remake also introduces expanded dialogue, refined third-person gameplay, and advanced lip-sync technology. These improvements have resonated with players, some arguing the project qualifies as a full remake—though Bethesda has clarified their remaster approach.

Originally launching in 2006 (with a PS3 version in 2007), The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion continues the series' legacy from Morrowind. Set in Cyrodiil, its story follows the player's quest to stop a dangerous cult from opening gates to the demonic Oblivion realm.

For adventurers diving into Cyrodiil, we provide complete guides including an interactive map, main quest walkthroughs, guild questlines, character optimization tips, and essential starting advice.