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Oblivion Remastered: a crucial patch improves Series X performance - but it's still not good enough

Digital Foundry: "We're looking at Xbox first, with a small PS5 preview - the Microsoft console has received a perf-boosting patch that has yet to arrive on the Sony machine. Still, the Oblivion Remaster is a delight to look at compared to the 2006 original - with Unreal Engine 5's features getting a great workout through lumen GI and reflections. However, it's also clear that Xbox Series X and S each struggle with the game's open world nature, with hitches affecting play. A new patch version 0.411.141.0 (233550) released on Friday 25th April to improve matters, and it salvages some performance for Series X's 60fps mode - but it's still not good enough. "

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darthv7253d ago

Before this on SX, I was playing the 360 version with fps boost. I'd say this I a nice upgrade overall.

Muigi53d ago

UE5 runs like ass on every platform.

OptimusDK53d ago

hitches affecting play this is the same on all platforms - it is actually holding 60 FPS nice in performance mode... not a representative headline...

mkis00753d ago

It does not hold 60 fps in performance mode in the outside world away from towns and houses.

LoveSpuds53d ago

Bethesda's rpg games always did get a free pass from reviewers when it came to their technical short comings, seems nowt has changed in this regard even when development is handed off to a 3rd party.

anast53d ago

It's bad. Too bad really. They had a chance to do something special. The talent just isn't there anymore.

anast53d ago

It's one of the worst performing games on digital foundry. The game is broken for most people. It's too bad.

mkis00753d ago

I am such an apologist. I wanted this Gane so bad so I can't be as mad as I should be.

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[Steam Beta] The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered - Update 1.1

Bethesda Game Studios: "Thanks for all your excitement and feedback since the launch of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered! We are actively working on two separate updates to be launched in the coming weeks, both of which will come to our Steam Beta first, before being released to all other platforms.

The first update will be focused on quests, major bugs and blockers, and quality of life fixes. This update will enter the Steam Beta tomorrow on June 5th, and will be available on all platforms on June 11th. Our second update will focus on performance, and we will share more details when we are able."

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Oblivion Remastered Delivered 'Outstanding' Revenue, Is a Benchmark for Successful Remasters

Bethesda has executed the launch of Oblivion Remastered masterfully, said analyst firm Newzoo, delivering outstanding revenue performance.

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Obscure_Observer29d ago

Bethesda is better than ever under Xbox.

Here´s hoping they will transition from Creation Engine to UE5 or UE6 for TES VI and Fallout 5 the same way they did with Oblivion Remastered

andy8528d ago

Better than ever? They've released an average game in Starfield and an absolute disaster in Redfall. Now don't get me wrong I love Oblivion but "under Xbox"? they've prettied up a game the actual talent created 20 years old and have since left. Stellar new experiences remain to be seen for that better than ever tag.

Obscure_Observer28d ago

"Now don't get me wrong I love Oblivion but "under Xbox"? they've prettied up a game the actual talent created 20 years old and have since left."

Didn´t known that Todd Howard left Bethesda. Besides, bring actual proof that the devs behind Oblivion left, because I think you´re on some lying bullsh!t here. I´ll wait.

Lightning7728d ago

Redfall and Starfield were made way before MS bought them.

Abear2128d ago (Edited 28d ago )

Would Bethesda still be the same without Creation Engine? I play Bethesda games for their “charm” no need to make them use the same tools as everyone else. You’re right though, they’re on fire atm. Hopefully they deliver another classic with ES6

PRIMORDUS28d ago

Also the Skyblivion team invited to Bethesda Studios, now that is a dev I can respect.
https://www.pcgamer.com/gam...
Unlike some other studios who are pieces of shit along with Nintendo.

Goodguy0128d ago

It's definitely closer to a remake as well and for only $50 when they definitely could've charged $70 and still sell very well because of the name. Good on bethesda.

Abear2128d ago (Edited 28d ago )

Imagine what RDR2 remaster would do. If the rumors are true about Red Dead and GTA4 remake just buy Take 2 stock now

joab77728d ago (Edited 28d ago )

I love how everyone says Bethesda is back. No. The company that made this game has proven they are AAA status when it comes to remaking games. They deserve 90% of the credit.
Though I’ll give Bethesda credit for allowing it to happen.

I do WISH they had t dropped it at the same f time as Clair Obscura, literally the best new IP in years.

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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Review | Smash Jump

Oblivion has been given new life thinks to the Virtuos-led remaster. Is it worth picking up?

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anast29d ago

Did they fix the game yet or did the modders already fix it?