"Ex-Bethesda Dev Predicts Fallout 3 Remaster Will Enhance 'Not Good' Gun Combat"

With The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered receiving a warm reception from fans, anticipation is building for which Bethesda classic might be next in line for a refresh. Speculation points towards Fallout 3, especially after a leak in 2023 hinted at its remastering. If Bethesda decides to revisit this 2008 post-apocalyptic RPG, what enhancements could we expect?

Bruce Nesmith, a designer from the original Fallout 3 team, has highlighted the game's gun combat as an area ripe for improvement. In a conversation with VideoGamer, Nesmith suggested that a remastered version of Fallout 3 would likely feature shooting mechanics more akin to those seen in Fallout 4. He noted that Fallout 3 was Bethesda's initial foray into shooter-style gameplay, and while commendable, the combat mechanics didn't match up to contemporary shooters. Nesmith anticipates that the significant advancements made in Fallout 4's combat system would be integrated into a remastered Fallout 3.

Looking at Oblivion Remastered, developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, we see a blueprint for what a Fallout 3 remaster might entail. Oblivion Remastered boasts a plethora of upgrades, including 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, alongside substantial improvements in leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. Additionally, it features new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology. These enhancements have led some fans to describe Oblivion Remastered more as a remake than a remaster, a sentiment Bethesda has addressed.

Nesmith echoed these sentiments, suggesting that Fallout 3 Remastered could see similar comprehensive updates. He emphasized that Oblivion Remastered wasn't merely updated to match Skyrim's 2011 graphics but was elevated to surpass even the most recent graphical updates in Skyrim. He went as far as to dub Oblivion Remastered "Oblivion 2.0."

Bethesda's current lineup is packed, with ongoing projects like The Elder Scrolls VI and possibly more Starfield content, alongside continuous updates to Fallout 76 and the Fallout TV series, which is set to explore New Vegas in its second season. Fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming years.

For those interested in diving deeper into Oblivion Remastered, we offer a detailed guide covering everything from an interactive map to complete walkthroughs of the main questline and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, things to do first, and a list of PC cheat codes.

What Are Your Favorite Bethesda Game Studios RPGs?

Pick a winner

New duel1ST2ND3RDSee your ResultsFinish playing for your personal results or see the community’s!Continue playingSee results