Yesterday brought a surprise for all classic RPG enthusiasts - Bethesda finally officially unveiled The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, an updated version of the legendary 2006 game. The re-release, built on Unreal Engine 5, immediately sparked polarized reactions in the gaming community. While developers like Daniel Vavra (creator of Kingdom Come: Deliverance) enthusiastically praised the original's influence on the industry and commended the remaster's meticulous execution, other experts greeted the release with noticeable skepticism.

The most divisive comments came from ex-Blizzard president Mike Ybarra via X, where he argued that remastering two-decade-old games is problematic - their once-groundbreaking qualities no longer compete with modern masterpieces like Elden Ring, as industry standards have transformed completely.

Ybarra emphasized that the market is oversaturated with re-releases, and modern gamers increasingly demand fresh ideas rather than nostalgic remakes. At the same time, he honestly admitted he hadn't launched the game yet - at the time of posting, his Steam client was just downloading the substantial 125 GB file. He formed his opinion based on initial reviews and general industry trends.

However, statistics paint a completely different picture. Despite skepticism, the Oblivion remaster instantly topped Steam's sales charts, even with its $50 price tag. According to platform data, 82% of user reviews are positive. Most complaints concern technical aspects, while the game itself, according to unanimous fan opinion, still manages to hold attention thanks to its detailed world, atmosphere, and recognizable gameplay structure.

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