Kingdom Come: Deliverance II vs The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered

Historical realism versus nostalgic fantasy — both offer deep RPG worlds, but only one demands you live with consequences.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II cover
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II 9.0/10 Mighty

If KCD1 grabbed you with its bullheaded commitment to 15th-century realism, KCD2 is more of that — bigger map, sharper combat, same refusal to hold your hand.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered cover
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered 8.0/10 Strong

Bethesda's surprise remaster of the 2006 GOAT — Oblivion's best parts (Dark Brotherhood, Shivering Isles) finally look as weird as they always felt.

Steam popularity

Shared scale — sparklines are directly comparable across both games.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
Apr 2026 peak CCU 26,318 ↓ 29% MoM
All-time peak 255,607 (Feb 2025 · now at 10%)
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Apr 2026 peak CCU 2,757 ↓ 13% MoM
All-time peak 140,837 (May 2025 · now at 2%)

Key differences

World realism
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II prioritizes historical accuracy in its Bohemian setting and gameplay mechanics.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered features a fantastical world with a focus on exploration and magic.
Combat depth
KCD2's combat is based on realistic swordplay and fencing techniques, requiring strategy and timing.
Oblivion Remastered's combat is more action-oriented, with an emphasis on character builds and spellcasting.
Game structure
KCD2 has a slow-burning narrative with a focus on character development and player choice.
Oblivion Remastered features a more traditional RPG structure, with a main quest and numerous side quests.

Which one is for you?

Pick Kingdom Come: Deliverance II if

  • You value historical accuracy and realism in your games
  • You enjoy complex, challenging combat mechanics
  • You're looking for a game with deep character customization and development

Pick The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered if

  • You're a fan of the Elder Scrolls series and want to revisit a classic game
  • You prefer a more fast-paced, action-oriented combat system
  • You're looking for a game with a rich, fantastical world to explore

Bottom line

Choose Kingdom Come: Deliverance II for a realistic, challenging experience, or The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for a nostalgic, fantastical adventure.