The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Achievement Stats Suggest Not Many of You Have Completed the Main Questline — Are You Getting Sidetracked Like Everyone Else?

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Approximately one month following its release, only a handful of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered players have managed to finish the primary storyline. However, given the nature of this game, such an occurrence is hardly astonishing – it seems that fans are preoccupied with various other activities.

I’m among those enthusiasts! Ever since Oblivion Remastered sneaked its release on April 22, I’ve been immersed in it, relishing every moment. Instead of following the main storyline after emerging from the sewers and bestowing the Amulet of Kings to Jauffre at Weynon Priory, I’ve embarked on a multitude of other adventures. I’ve become a member of the Fighters Guild, delved into the vastness of Cyrodiil, and completed numerous side quests. In fact, I’ve even attempted to break through the game’s boundaries, much like one player famously did.

Instead of taking on the primary mission right away, I find the side quests in Oblivion to be incredibly enjoyable (without revealing any plot details), and I’m currently trying to steer clear of the main quest and its challenging aspects such as Kvatch, while limiting my level progression to a certain extent.

I’ve chosen to casually explore Oblivion until I feel ready for a more dedicated playthrough. To be honest, there isn’t really a ‘proper’ way to approach a Bethesda game like this one, which is part of what makes them so great. You can go at your own pace, and the game will still run smoothly.

It appears many other players are also engaged in similar activities, as evidenced by MrCrispyFriedChicken’s comment about catching Slaughterfish in Lake Rumare instead of focusing on completing the main questline in Oblivion Remastered.

1. Roffear commented, “I’ve already invested 160 hours, but Kvatch is still on my list.” He confessed he was one of those peculiar individuals who enjoyed the Oblivion gates so much that he intentionally delayed completing the main quest until he had discovered and sealed all 60 gates in his game world.

2. Ellert0 explained, “I’ve been at it for 160 hours now, and Kvatch is still awaiting my arrival.” He admitted to being one of those unusual folks who found the Oblivion gates captivating, thus he chose not to finish the main quest until he had located all 60 gates and sealed them.

3. PlayaHatinIG-88 lamented, “I’ve spent 160 hours, and I haven’t even made it to Weynon Priory yet.” He added, “It’s been 44 hours and an entire in-game year, but the poor city guards of Kvatch never had a chance.”

When this article was released, only 2.97% of players who used Xbox finished the main questline for Oblivion Remastered, while a slightly higher 4.4% did so on Steam. The discrepancy likely results from Xbox’s inclusion of Game Pass, which allows users to try out games like Oblivion Remastered before fully committing. On the other hand, Steam players are those who purchased the game directly and therefore have a stronger intention to complete it.

Essentially, it’s worth noting that even Oblivion Remastered, which has attracted over 4 million players, maintains a relatively low completion rate compared to other games. Interestingly, this trend isn’t exclusive to lengthy games like Oblivion Remastered, but also applies to shorter ones such as Call of Duty. In fact, many video games reveal a surprisingly low number of players who persist beyond the initial hour or tutorial phase. This transient behavior in gaming is quite common, reflecting the unpredictable nature of gamers.

Back when I was gaming, I remember sinking countless hours into Oblivion’s vast world. Fast forward 20 years, and here comes the remastered version. While the nostalgia is strong, I find myself less eager to retrace the steps of my old character through the main quest. Instead, the allure lies in exploring the improved visuals, polished mechanics, and perhaps even stumbling upon some hidden gems that were overlooked in the past.

But hey, some gamers out there are taking it to a whole new level! I’ve heard tales of one player spending an entire day meticulously arranging books, creating a Dominoes-like chain reaction. Now that’s dedication!

Thaddeus122 mentioned that they were more than 100 hours into the game but hadn’t wrapped up three of the primary questlines yet. They did finish the Arena and the Mages Guild, though. The rest of their playtime was spent on leveling up, earning money for homes, sealing all Oblivion gates, completing the Nirnroot quest, and handling various smaller missions. To give credit where it’s due, they also haven’t used fast travel anywhere in the game.

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2025-05-19 01:27