Avowed vs The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Tighter, modern RPG storytelling versus nostalgic, sprawling open-world classic.
Smarter than the Skyrim-killer pitch suggested; smaller, too — Avowed is Obsidian writing in a tighter playground than fans hoped for.
Bethesda's surprise remaster of the 2006 GOAT — Oblivion's best parts (Dark Brotherhood, Shivering Isles) finally look as weird as they always felt.
Steam popularity
Shared scale — sparklines are directly comparable across both games.
Avowed
May 2026 peak CCU 587 ↓ 38% MoM
All-time peak 19,161
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
May 2026 peak CCU 2,666 ↓ 3% MoM
All-time peak 140,837
Key differences
World size
Avowed offers a ~35-hour, hand-crafted world with a focused narrative.
Oblivion Remastered features a vast, open world with hundreds of hours of content.
Combat style
Avowed has a first-person fantasy combat system with a stamina/stagger loop.
Oblivion Remastered retains its 2006 combat mechanics with some refined gameplay.
Gameplay depth
Avowed has a more directed, story-driven experience with limited simulation depth.
Oblivion Remastered has a rich, complex world with deep character customization and simulation.
Which one is for you?
Pick Avowed if
- You prefer a tighter, more focused narrative
- You enjoy first-person fantasy combat with a loot loop
- You value a modern, streamlined RPG experience
Pick The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered if
- You're nostalgic for the original Oblivion experience
- You want a massive, open world to explore
- You prioritize depth and complexity in your RPGs
Bottom line
Choose Avowed for a modern, story-driven RPG experience or Oblivion Remastered for a classic, open-world adventure with depth and complexity.