Oblivion Remastered dominates sales and surpasses Counter-Strike 2

The highly anticipated relaunch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has caused a stir among video game fans, managing to position itself as one of the best-selling titles of the week after its surprise release. The classic installment from Bethesda, now revitalized with cutting-edge technology, demonstrates that great RPGs never go out of style.

Originally released in 2006, Oblivion established itself as a masterpiece of the genre. Now, with the support of Bethesda and Virtuos, the game returns in a remastered version that reaches new graphical and gameplay standards, capturing the attention of both old followers and new players.

Unreal Engine 5: the technological leap Oblivion needed

One of the main factors in the success of the relaunch is the implementation of Unreal Engine 5, an engine that allowed for a substantial visual improvement. Added to this is a progression system inspired by Skyrim, another gem of the saga, which provides a more dynamic and accessible experience.

In addition to the graphical improvements, Oblivion Remastered includes the content of the original expansions, optimized controls for current consoles, and updated gameplay that keeps the soul of the game but with modern standards.

Sales records and positive reviews

The public's reception was immediate: the game sold out in several digital stores and quickly ranked among the best sellers on Steam, surpassing heavyweights like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG in the number of active players.

"The classic returned stronger than ever," users point out in specialized forums, highlighting both the nostalgia and the technical advances of this version.

The reviews were mostly positive, highlighting  the fidelity to the original title  and the gameplay improvements that make it more enjoyable in 2025.

No official support for mods, but with community support

Despite the enthusiasm, Bethesda confirmed that it will not provide official support for mods in this remaster. However, far from discouraging the community, the measure paved the way for collective creativity: unofficial modifications are already being developed that further expand the experience.

Additionally,  the company supported a group of enthusiasts who have been recreating Oblivion with Skyrim's graphics engine, granting them free access to the new version as a gesture of recognition.

This collaborative stance strengthens the bond between developers and players, opening the door to future joint initiatives in the universe of The Elder Scrolls.