Oblivion Remake Hints Emerge: Unreal Engine 5 and 2025 Release Speculation
Recent developments strongly suggest an active development cycle for a rumored Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake, potentially utilizing Unreal Engine 5. This follows years of speculation and several leaks hinting at the project's existence. A 2023 rumor predicted a 2024 or 2025 release, a timeframe seemingly supported by current evidence.
Xbox insider Jez Corden's December 2024 prediction of an Oblivion remake reveal during a January 2025 Xbox Developer Direct adds further fuel to the fire. While unconfirmed, the regularity of past Developer Directs (January 2023 and 2024) makes this a plausible scenario.
Crucially, a Technical Art Director at Virtuos, a studio reportedly involved in the project, boasts on their LinkedIn profile about working on an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S." While the game isn't explicitly named, the context and engine specification strongly point towards Oblivion. This contrasts with earlier speculation of a remaster, suggesting a more substantial remake is underway. The timeline also aligns with the previously reported plans for a Fallout 3 remaster (though its status remains unclear).
LinkedIn Profile Strengthens Remake Claims
Released in 2006, Oblivion succeeded Morrowind (2002) and garnered significant praise for its expansive world, visuals, and score. The ongoing Skyblivion project, a fan-made recreation in Skyrim's engine, further underscores the enduring popularity and demand for a revamped Oblivion experience. A recent Skyblivion update video hinted at a potential 2025 release for their ambitious mod.
The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise remains a topic of much anticipation. The Elder Scrolls VI's sole trailer, released in 2018, has left fans yearning for updates. Bethesda's statements indicate it will follow Starfield, with director Todd Howard suggesting a release window 15-17 years after Skyrim. While a concrete release date is still distant, hopes remain high for a new trailer before the end of 2025.
