The long-rumored Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster has officially landed—and it didn’t just arrive quietly. Within mere hours of its surprise release on April 22, the remastered classic surged past 100,000 concurrent players on Steam, peaking at over 122K and comfortably landing in the platform’s top five most-played games.

A Legend Reborn

Developed in collaboration with Virtuos and running on Unreal Engine 5, the remaster is more than just a graphical facelift. Bethesda’s return to Cyrodiil delivers modernized visuals with overhauled textures, dynamic lighting, and completely rebuilt character and environmental assets—bringing a near 20-year-old classic up to speed with modern expectations.

But the improvements don’t stop at visuals. Combat and movement mechanics have been completely reworked, with fans noting the smoother third-person camera, new sprinting functionality, and a more intuitive leveling system borrowed from Skyrim. The UI has been streamlined, and accessibility options have been expanded to ensure a smoother experience across all platforms.

Complete Package, One Price

Priced at $84.95, Oblivion Remastered bundles the full base game with both major DLC expansions—Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine. It’s available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass subscribers can jump in on day one at no extra cost.

Mod Support Missing, But Skyblivion Still On Track

One notable omission: mod support. Despite Oblivion being one of the most heavily modded RPGs in gaming history, the remaster currently lacks official mod tools or support for existing mods. However, Bethesda has voiced support for Skyblivion—the massive fan-led remake of Oblivion in Skyrim‘s engine—which remains on track for a late 2025 release.

Steam Numbers Tell the Story

Oblivion’s sudden rise speaks volumes about both the enduring love for the Elder Scrolls franchise and the hunger for nostalgia done right. While 2023’s Starfield sparked mixed reactions from longtime fans, Oblivion Remastered feels like a love letter to the golden age of Bethesda RPGs—and the numbers back it up.

Whether you’re reliving the charm of Sheogorath’s madness or diving into the gates of Oblivion for the first time, there’s never been a better time to return to Cyrodiil.