In a significant development, Circana (previously known as NPD) announced that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered achieved remarkable success in the U. S.market last month, surpassing the original game’s sales over a period of 15 months within just one month of its release.

The accolades continued as Newzoo released its global report highlighting engagement and revenue trends for April. The analysts commended Oblivion Remastered for its ‘outstanding’ performance, ranking it just behind Fortnite and labeling it a model for successful remastering strategies. Concurrently, Minecraft experienced a sales surge due to the release of its record-setting movie, while titles such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and RuneScape: Dragonwilds achieved impressive launches.

April 2025 Revenue Insights

  • The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (#2, new) showcased exceptional revenue following its surprise launch on April 22. Notably, it achieved this without any extensive pre-release promotion, demonstrating the franchise’s lasting appeal, the quality of the remaster, and the allure of its $50 price point.
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II / III / Warzone / Black Ops 6 (#3, +7) experienced a boost with the launch of Season 3 on April 2, which introduced exciting new maps, cosmetic items, and a fresh Battle Pass. The revival of the nostalgic Verdansk map played a crucial role in re-engaging players.
  • Schedule I (#5, +7) maintained its upward momentum, attracting over 4.5 million new players within April.
  • Counter-Strike 2 & GO (#6, +7) saw a surge in activity following the release of three new cosmetic weapon collections on April 1, significantly enhancing player engagement and spending.
  • Minecraft (#8, +6) rose in the rankings after offering free movie-themed DLCs and add-ons, highlighting the franchise’s enduring engagement and revenue potential. Notable was the considerable increase in Premium Revenue for April, marking it as one of the strongest months for full-game sales in the game’s history.
  • Forza Horizon 5 (#9, +69) enjoyed a substantial increase as it launched on PlayStation at the end of April, reaching a broader audience for the first time.
  • Marvel Rivals (#11, +8) recorded higher revenues, despite a slight dip in monthly active users. The release of Season 2 on April 4, which included new monetization features like a Battle Pass and cosmetic items, encouraged player spending.
  • Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (#13, new) surpassed expectations by selling over 2 million units within just 12 days of its launch, reflecting its compelling creative direction and the commitment of its development team.
  • RuneScape: Dragonwilds (#16, new) launched in Early Access on April 15, quickly attracting nearly a million players during the latter half of the month, highlighting the franchise’s longstanding appeal and the draw of its engaging survival gameplay.
Image credits: Newzoo

Engagement Highlights for April

  • Minecraft (#3, null) maintained its ranking but achieved a record monthly active user count in April, bolstered by the success of “A Minecraft Movie, ”leading to over 700, 000 copies sold during the month.
  • Schedule I (#11, +16) received its inaugural Early Access content update on April 10, continuing to attract attention with an impressive 98% positive rating on Steam.
  • R. E.P. O. (#13, -1) continued to excel in Early Access, maintaining strong player interest and earning a remarkable 96% positive review score on Steam.
  • The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (#14) exemplified the franchise’s staying power, entering the top 20 for both monthly active users and revenue despite a lack of pre-release marketing, with a notable majority of its players accessing the game through Xbox Game Pass on launch day.
  • Monster Hunter Wilds (#18, -7) is steadily shifting focus from broad appeal to a more dedicated player base, particularly among PlayStation users who demonstrate the highest retention rates, influenced by the platform’s strong foothold in Japan, where Monster Hunter is highly popular.

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