With the success of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, fans are eagerly anticipating which Bethesda game might be next in line for a revamp. Rumors are swirling that Fallout 3 could be the next title to receive the remaster treatment, especially following a leak in 2023. Bruce Nesmith, a designer on the original Fallout 3, has shared insights on what improvements fans might expect if Bethesda decides to remaster this beloved post-apocalyptic RPG.

Nesmith has pointed out that the gun combat in Fallout 3 was "not good," a sentiment he believes Bethesda would address in a remaster. He suggests that the shooting mechanics would be significantly enhanced, drawing parallels to the improvements seen 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 explained to VideoGamer. He praised the work done on Fallout 4's gun combat, noting it as a substantial improvement over Fallout 3's first foray into shooter-style gameplay.

The success of Oblivion Remastered, crafted by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, sets a high bar for what fans can expect. This remaster boasts a range of enhancements, including 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, alongside meaningful updates to leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a proper third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology have also been added, leading some fans to argue that Oblivion Remastered is more akin to a remake. Bethesda has clarified their decision to opt for a remaster rather than a full remake.

Nesmith believes that a Fallout 3 Remastered would likely follow a similar path, incorporating substantial updates akin to those seen in Oblivion Remastered. He highlighted that Fallout 3's combat, while groundbreaking at the time, did not match up to contemporary shooters. With the advancements made in Fallout 4, Nesmith anticipates these improvements would be carried over to a Fallout 3 remaster.

He further noted that Oblivion Remastered wasn't merely updated to match Skyrim from 2011 but has been elevated to surpass even the most recent graphical updates in Skyrim. Nesmith went so far as to suggest that 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 upcoming Fallout TV series, which is set to explore New Vegas in its second season. With such a busy lineup, fans have much to look forward to in the coming years.

For those interested in diving deeper into Oblivion Remastered, we offer a comprehensive guide that includes an expansive Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and every Guild Quest, tips on building the perfect character, things to do first, all PC Cheat Codes, and more.

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