The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

1. ChrissyBoy6661

   Oct 5, 2016

   10

   Truly one of the best games of all time (Or at least my favorite) even a decade after it's release date.
   Brings back so many nostalgicTruly one of the best games of all time (Or at least my favorite) even a decade after it's release date.
   Brings back so many nostalgic memories, everything ties together so well & the music can be separated from the game and still stand on it's own two legs.… Expand

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2. MichaelC.

   Aug 21, 2007

   10

   A masterpiece. This is not a game for everyone however, you have to like exploring, finding new things, talking with the NPCs to get random A masterpiece. This is not a game for everyone however, you have to like exploring, finding new things, talking with the NPCs to get random quests (such as my rats are being killed by something!). To all those who just pummeled it through the main storyline and got bored, that's not what the elder scrolls are all about, there are over 400 quests in total, go and explore, do the main quests when you are head of all the guilds, found all of the master trainers, this game is about what you want out of it. If you are going to deliberately train your characters attributes at level 1, so no levelling up, then it's your fault, if you paly the game properly it is fantastic, just because you can screw up the game, doesn't mean you have to, it is sort of like loading up chapter 12 on half life 2, activating god mode, finishing it, and then calling half life 2 crap. The landscapes are fantastic, the AI does lack in some areas, you can run back and forth against some enemies and they will miss all thier attacks, but this doesn't detract from the overall experience, if you want to play an "oh look follow the arrow" game, then Oblivion isn't for you. This game is so excellent because it is so open, if you don't take advantage of that, that's your problem, not the game's.… Expand

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4. mindguru

   May 1, 2011

   10

   Honestly, I don't understand most of the negative criticism for this game. A HUGE improvement on TES3: Morrowind in terms of combat andHonestly, I don't understand most of the negative criticism for this game. A HUGE improvement on TES3: Morrowind in terms of combat and atmosphere. Combat is much more engaging, as it should be for this style of game. Quests are entertaining and tough enemies are very challenging (until you are extremely high level). Coupled with a do-anything-you-want style world, this game will entertain for hours. My only complaint is that it ended so soon. The world is much smaller than its predecessor, Morrowind. Players of that game will find the world somewhat confining, and you definitely won't get the 500+ hours of gameplay like you did in that title. An awesome game, though. Can't wait for TES V!… Expand

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5. roflmonkey

   Aug 8, 2022

   9

   This game was truly epic when it came out.
   The new engine was great and ran well. (still a lot of bugs, but better then what came after)
   TheThis game was truly epic when it came out.
   The new engine was great and ran well. (still a lot of bugs, but better then what came after)
   The feeling of Oblivion is something else.
   Chill music, lots of green and colorful vegetation and a fantasy like menu system.
   Everything is voice acted which seems pretty normal now, but was pretty insane back in the day.
   It's a great game to just walk to some arrow and find fun stuff along the way.
   
   Optimizing your gameplay for the leveling system was kind of hell though.… Expand

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6. keefbaker

   Nov 3, 2013

   8

   Sadly, while bethesda sorted out the control system and and voice acting for this installment of the elder scrolls, they removed the heart andSadly, while bethesda sorted out the control system and and voice acting for this installment of the elder scrolls, they removed the heart and character from it. It's still a good game with a lot of content but compared to other installments this is the ugly step-child.… Expand

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7. Necrotaur

   Nov 11, 2012

   7

   When Oblivion first came out, I, and pretty much every other gamer out there, was blown away by the improvements in TES graphics and physics.When Oblivion first came out, I, and pretty much every other gamer out there, was blown away by the improvements in TES graphics and physics. I must have spent hours watching the guy shoot that bucket with an arrow. Oblivion was THE game to test your PCs capability on. Apart from that, though, the only thing it really improved on over Morrowind was the combat - you could now actively swing and block instead of having to wait for the stars to align. Questing more or less remained the same, but the setting and certain aspects of the leveling process were huge steps backward. For one, the unique, jungle environment that Cyrodiil originally had was traded in for Generic European Fantasy World #64. Levelled loot and enemies were also a huge problem. The higher level you got, the tougher (read: bullet sponge-y) your enemies got - a case could be made that the game is easier to complete the lower level you are. Radiant AI was also not what it was cracked up to be. Still, Oblivion is a decent RPG and worth a look if you enjoy TES series or RPGs in general.… Expand

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8. bosochargedhercegovan

   Nov 4, 2006

   0

   the graphics are drab, unbearable shit. i just want to tear the screen apart when I see them. its almost as if the developers mixed up theirthe graphics are drab, unbearable shit. i just want to tear the screen apart when I see them. its almost as if the developers mixed up their own spit and vomit and used that as inspiration. second, the artists are hired from some shitty mental insitution where they have daily art lessons. there is absolutely NOTHING inspiring or captivating about them at all. Decade old games like Mario or Zelda have more interesting and for the most part better graphics than oblivion. oblivion makes use of innovations like antialiasing and ASF and thats it.
   
   second the engine used is shit. gamebryo?? lol are you kidding. the programmers are shit. ever1 that worked on this game were the bottom scrapers of the industry. That is because Bethesda is a cheap-arse company that spends all its money on promotion and making crappy movie tie-ins.
   
   NWN2 is out now!! its not as good as i thought but kicks Obliviooons arse anyday.… Expand

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