"Oblivion Remastered Surges on Steam, Set for Further Growth"

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered made a monumental debut on Steam, achieving a peak concurrent player count exceeding 180,000 on its launch day. Bethesda's surprise release on April 22 propelled the game to the pinnacle of Steam's global top-selling list, which ranks games by revenue. It surpassed popular titles such as Valve's Counter-Strike 2, the viral sensation Schedule I, and Blizzard's Overwatch 2, the latter of which had just undergone a major update.

On its launch day, Oblivion Remastered secured the fourth position among Steam's most-played games, trailing only behind Counter-Strike 2, PUBG, and Dota 2. It now holds the title of the most-played single-player RPG on Steam, outranking the highly acclaimed Baldur's Gate 3. The game has garnered a 'very positive' user review rating, reflecting strong community approval.

While Steam statistics offer valuable insights, they only represent part of the story for Oblivion Remastered. As a title under Microsoft's umbrella (Microsoft owns Bethesda's parent company ZeniMax Media), it was simultaneously released on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate subscribers. This likely boosted the game's player base significantly, though exact figures from Microsoft and Sony for PlayStation and Xbox platforms remain undisclosed. Consequently, the actual peak concurrent player count across all platforms on launch day would be substantially higher than the reported 180,000 on Steam alone.

Despite the absence of official total player or sales figures from Bethesda, the game's initial success is unmistakable. As Oblivion Remastered enters its first weekend on the market, player numbers are expected to swell even further.

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Oblivion Remastered, crafted by the experts at Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts an array of visual and gameplay enhancements. It delivers stunning visuals at 4K resolution and runs smoothly at 60 frames per second. Beyond these expected upgrades, the remaster includes significant improvements to the leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. Additionally, players can enjoy new dialogue, an enhanced third-person perspective, and advanced lip sync technology. These changes have been well-received by fans, some of whom argue that Oblivion Remastered merits the title of a remake rather than a mere remaster. Bethesda, however, has outlined its rationale for opting for a remaster over a full remake.

Originally launched in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion served as a sequel to the beloved Morrowind, initially available on PC and Xbox 360, with a PlayStation 3 version following in 2007. Set in the fictional province of Cyrodiil, the game's narrative centers on the player's efforts to thwart a fanatical cult intent on opening portals to the demonic realm of Oblivion.

For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, including an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, and a list of Things to Do First to maximize your experience.