With the successful release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, fans are eagerly anticipating which Bethesda classic might be next in line for a modern update. Speculation is rife that Fallout 3 could be the next title to receive the remaster treatment, especially following leaks from 2023. Bruce Nesmith, a designer from the original Fallout 3 team, has highlighted the game's gun combat as a key area for improvement, suggesting that a remaster could bring it up to the standards seen in Fallout 4.
In an interview with VideoGamer, Nesmith expressed his belief that *Fallout 3 Remastered* would feature enhanced shooting mechanics, aligning more closely with the improvements made in *Fallout 4*. "What did you see in *Fallout 4*? That will tell you what they felt was necessary to change from *Fallout 3*," Nesmith remarked. He praised the significant work done on gun combat in *Fallout 4*, noting that *Fallout 3* was Bethesda's first foray into shooter-style gameplay, and while it was a commendable effort, it didn't compare to contemporary shooters.The success of Oblivion Remastered, developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, offers a glimpse into what fans might expect from a Fallout 3 remaster. Oblivion Remastered boasts a range of enhancements, including 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, alongside more substantial updates such as improved 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 label it as more of a remake than a remaster. Bethesda has clarified their choice to pursue a remaster rather than a full remake.
Nesmith anticipates that *Fallout 3 Remastered* would follow a similar path, incorporating the kind of improvements seen in *Oblivion Remastered*. He noted that the original *Fallout 3* combat didn't measure up to other shooters at the time and, as an RPG shooter, it required specific enhancements. He expects the remaster to leverage the advancements made in *Fallout 4* to bring *Fallout 3* up to date."Oblivion wasn’t just brought up to the 2011 version of Skyrim," Nesmith added. "It was brought up to something that, at least on the surface, looks like it exceeds the most recent graphics update in Skyrim." He went as far as to suggest that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered could be considered "Oblivion 2.0" due to its impressive overhaul.
Bethesda is currently juggling multiple projects, including The Elder Scrolls VI, potential expansions for Starfield, ongoing support for Fallout 76, and the Fallout TV series, which is set to explore New Vegas in its second season. This lineup promises a wealth of content for fans in the coming years.
For those interested in diving deeper into Oblivion Remastered, a comprehensive guide is available, featuring an interactive map, complete walkthroughs for the main questline and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, initial steps to take in the game, and a list of PC cheat codes.
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