Avowed vs The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) is $46.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Avowed | The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 53 | 73 |
| Quality | 64 | 96 |
| Value | 47 | 70 |
| Popularity | 33 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $49.99 | $1.62 |
| Steam Review Score | 76.8% positive | 94.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 205 | 399 |
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
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Details and requirements
| Item | Avowed | The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 18, 2025 | June 16, 2009 |
| Developers | Obsidian Entertainment | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 with updates | — |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Ryzen 5 5600X / Intel i7-10700K | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Graphics: AMD RX 6800 XT / Nvidia RTX 3080 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 75 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Avowed or The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)?
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) won the comparison against Avowed based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Avowed worth buying over The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)?
Based on the metrics, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:46 PM UTC