With The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered receiving high praise from fans, speculation is rife about which Bethesda game will be next in line for a remaster, with many believing that Fallout 3 is on the horizon. Leaked in 2023, a Fallout 3 remaster could potentially bring significant improvements to the game, especially in areas that were initially less polished.
Bruce Nesmith, a designer of Fallout 3, has highlighted the game's "not good" gun combat as a prime candidate for enhancement in a remaster. In an interview with VideoGamer, Nesmith suggested that the shooting mechanics in a Fallout 3 Remastered would likely be brought more in line with those seen in Fallout 4. He pointed out that Fallout 4 saw considerable improvements in gun combat, given that Fallout 3 was Bethesda's first venture into a shooter-style game.
Oblivion Remastered, crafted by the remake experts at Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, showcases a plethora of visual and feature upgrades. The game now runs at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, alongside meaningful enhancements in leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have also been added, leading some fans to argue that it's more of a remake than a remaster. Bethesda has clarified their choice to pursue a remaster rather than a full remake.
Nesmith believes that a Fallout 3 Remastered would follow a similar path of improvements as Oblivion Remastered. He acknowledges that the original Fallout 3 combat didn't meet the standards of contemporary shooters, but expects enhancements akin to those implemented in Fallout 4 to be incorporated. He also praised Oblivion Remastered, stating it's been upgraded to surpass even the latest graphical updates in Skyrim, dubbing it "Oblivion 2.0."
Bethesda is currently juggling multiple projects, including The Elder Scrolls VI, potential expansions for Starfield, ongoing work on Fallout 76, and the Fallout TV series, which will explore New Vegas in its second season. Fans can look forward to an exciting lineup in the coming years.
For those eager to dive into Oblivion Remastered, we offer a detailed guide covering everything from an interactive map to complete walkthroughs for the main questline and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, essential early-game activities, and all PC cheat codes.
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