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Oblivion Remastered Launches to Acclaim, Breaks Player Records on Day One

Bethesda's surprise release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered features major visual and gameplay upgrades, sparking praise from fans and critics alike.

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Overview

  • The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered launched on April 22, 2025, as a surprise 'shadow drop,' available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass.
  • Developed in Unreal Engine 5 by Virtuos and Bethesda, the remaster includes rebuilt assets, dynamic lighting, improved lip-syncing, and enhanced combat animations.
  • The Standard Edition bundles the base game, Shivering Isles, Knights of the Nine expansions, and the infamous Horse Armor Pack, with a Deluxe Edition offering additional content.
  • Despite no official mod support, fans have already begun creating mods using the original 2006 Construction Set, with over 130 mods released within 24 hours.
  • The remaster set a peak Steam player count of over 182,000, outpacing several major 2025 releases and earning widespread praise for its balance of nostalgia and modernization.