The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
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Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 6, 2026 – Orbitals takes down Elden Ring
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for September 6, 2026, show Orbitals taking the top spot, dethroning Elden Ring. New releases like Onimusha: Way of the Sword and NBA 2K27 also entered the top rankings.
Game of the Week – Oblivion Remastered is a weekend-killer on Switch 2
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is a highly recommended fantasy RPG, especially on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering an absorbing experience with visual upgrades and quality-of-life improvements. While PC performance has issues, the core gameplay remains timeless, making it a great entry point for new players and a welcome return for veterans.
Best Open-World RPGs Like The Witcher 3 in 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This guide recommends open-world RPGs for players who enjoyed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, highlighting games with similar elements like memorable characters, engaging side quests, and meaningful choices. Titles such as Cyberpunk 2077, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Ghost of Tsushima, and Elden Ring are discussed for their strengths in world-building, exploration, and atmosphere.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 30, 2026 – Elden Ring and Metal Gear Solid battle for first
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 30, 2026, show Elden Ring retaining the top spot, driven by its recent launch and higher price point. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 debuted at second place, with other new releases like Orbitals and Onimusha: Way of the Sword also appearing on the revenue-based charts.
Video: European eShop highlights – August 2026
Nintendo released a video highlighting European digital game releases for August 2026, featuring titles such as Elden Ring, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, and Kynseed. The video serves as a preview of upcoming digital content available on the Nintendo eShop.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 22, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life, and Mario Kart in the top 5
The UK software sales chart for the week ending August 22, 2026, shows EA Sports FC 26 reclaiming the top spot. Nintendo titles remain strong, with Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream at #2 and #3, and Mario Kart World at #5. Mortal Shell II entered the top 5 at #4.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 23, 2026 – Elden Ring already on top before launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 23, 2026, show Elden Ring topping the list due to pre-loads, despite its upcoming launch. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 also ranks high with pre-orders, while new releases like DayZ and Starsand Island appear on the charts.
Famitsu software sales (8/3/26 – 8/16/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released the Japanese software sales data for the weeks of August 3-9 and August 10-16, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove and Splatoon Raiders topped the charts for both weeks on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 respectively. Several new titles debuted, including Beast of Reincarnation and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5, and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 15, 2026 – Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered shoots to the top for Nintendo Switch 2 launch
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered debuted at number one on the UK software sales chart for the week ending August 15, 2026, driven by its launch on the Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo titles Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and Mario Kart World also performed strongly, holding the second, third, and fourth positions respectively.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 16, 2026 – The Elder Scrolls 4 dethrones Splatoon Raiders
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 16, 2026, show The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered taking the top spot, dethroning Splatoon Raiders. New releases Madden NFL 27 and The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition also performed well, landing at second and fifth place respectively.
Evening Reading - August 14, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes updates on Total War: Warhammer 3, a review of Madden NFL 27, and the opening of 2K's Small Axe Studios. Compulsion Games has removed Xbox as the publisher for South of Midnight on Steam, while Kingdom Hearts 4 is slated for a late 2027 release with an animated series coming to Disney+. The article also highlights new features for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch and mentions upcoming content for Modern Warfare 4.
Bethesda finally "looking into" patching Oblivion Remastered on PC, PS5 and Xbox amid praise for Switch 2 release
Bethesda has confirmed it is investigating bringing performance optimizations from the Nintendo Switch version of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The Switch version, despite some expected downgrades, reportedly runs smoother than the other platforms, which continue to suffer from frame pacing, stuttering, and bugs.
Nintendo Download – August 13, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest European download list for the week of August 13, 2026. The list includes new retail and digital titles for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, featuring games like The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered and Madden NFL 27.
Hit PlayStation 5 Open-World Game Is Making Major Fan-Requested Changes
Bethesda Game Studios is considering bringing optimizations from the Nintendo Switch 2 version of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. These changes, potentially including DLSS technology, are in response to fan requests for updates addressing bugs and performance issues. The game, powered by Unreal Engine 5, was released on April 22, 2025, for current-gen consoles and PC, with the Switch 2 version launching later.
Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 is a miracle port – and a reminder the RPG still isn't fixed
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2 is a surprisingly capable port, retaining key Unreal Engine 5 features like Lumen lighting and Nanite geometry despite visual compromises in handheld mode. While the port successfully brings the 2006 RPG to a new platform with impressive visuals, it inherits the original's technical issues, leading to stuttering and performance hiccups that tarnish the overall experience.
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered to Get Optimizations Based on Nintendo Switch 2 Release
Bethesda has acknowledged player feedback regarding issues with The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, particularly on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Optimizations present in the recent Nintendo Switch 2 version are being considered for transfer to other platforms. Despite ongoing bugs, the RPG remains popular, with the Nintendo Switch 2 version featuring enhanced visuals and unique console features.
Oblivion Remastered's Switch 2 improvements could come to other platforms, says Bethesda
Bethesda Softworks is considering bringing performance optimizations from the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Oblivion Remastered to other platforms. The company acknowledged player feedback regarding the game's ongoing performance issues, such as stuttering and frame rate instability, which persist despite the recent Switch 2 release that includes DLSS and general improvements.
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered launch trailer – Bethesda’s RPG lands on Nintendo Switch 2
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered has launched on the Nintendo Switch 2, marking the first time the RPG is available on a Nintendo console. This remastered version includes enhanced visuals, refined gameplay, and all previously released story expansions, Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine.
Video: The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 vs. Xbox Series S vs. Steam Machine graphics comparison
A new graphics comparison video showcases The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2 against PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, and Steam Machine. The Nintendo Switch 2 version offers higher quality than low PC settings, though draw distance is reduced. The game targets 1080p docked and 900p handheld, running at a target of 30 FPS with occasional drops.
Bethesda veteran says Oblivion Remastered can't be called a remake, unlike Final Fantasy 7 and Resident Evil 2…
Bethesda's associate art director Dan Lee explained that The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is not a remake because it retains the original game's core engine and 'bones,' differentiating it from titles like Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Resident Evil 2. Todd Howard drew a line between modernizing the art and fundamentally changing the game, opting to market it as a polished version of the original rather than a new creation.
