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

With the success of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, fans are eagerly anticipating which Bethesda game might be next in line for a remaster. Rumors suggest that Fallout 3 could be on the horizon, especially after a leak in 2023. If Bethesda decides to remaster this iconic 2008 post-apocalyptic RPG, they have several areas where improvements could be made, according to Bruce Nesmith, one of the game's original designers.

Nesmith has highlighted that the gun combat in Fallout 3 was "not good," and he believes Bethesda would significantly enhance this aspect in a remastered version. He pointed to the improvements made in Fallout 4, suggesting that the shooting mechanics in a Fallout 3 Remastered would align more closely with those seen in Fallout 4. Nesmith noted that Fallout 3 was Bethesda's first attempt at a shooter-style game, and while the initial effort was impressive, the combat system didn't hold up well compared to other shooters at the time. He anticipates that the remaster would incorporate much of the work done on gun combat for Fallout 4, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

Looking at Oblivion Remastered, developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, we see a blueprint for what a Fallout 3 Remastered might look like. Oblivion Remastered boasts significant visual and feature enhancements, running at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second. Beyond the expected graphical upgrades, the remaster includes improvements in leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. It also features new dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology. These changes have been well-received by fans, with some even suggesting that Oblivion Remastered could be considered a remake rather than a remaster. Bethesda has clarified their choice to pursue a remaster rather than a full remake.

Nesmith emphasized that Oblivion Remastered wasn't merely updated to match Skyrim from 2011 but was elevated to surpass even the most recent graphical updates in Skyrim. He praised the remaster, going as far as to call it "Oblivion 2.0."

Bethesda is currently juggling multiple projects, including The Elder Scrolls VI, potential expansions for Starfield, ongoing work on Fallout 76, and the Fallout TV show, which is set to explore New Vegas in its second season. This flurry of activity promises an exciting future for fans of Bethesda's RPGs.

For those interested in diving deeper into Oblivion Remastered, we offer a comprehensive guide that includes an interactive map, detailed walkthroughs for the main questline and guild quests, tips on building the perfect character, essential early-game activities, and a full list of PC cheat codes.

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