New Evidence of Rumored Elder Scrolls 4 Remake Surfaces

Oblivion Remake Hints Emerge: Unreal Engine 5 and 2025 Release Speculation

Recent developments strongly suggest an Oblivion remake is underway, 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 weight to the anticipation. While unconfirmed, the regularity of past Developer Directs makes this a plausible scenario.

Crucially, a Technical Art Director at Virtuos, a studio reportedly involved, boasts on their LinkedIn profile of an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S." While not explicitly named, the context and engine specification strongly point towards Oblivion, suggesting a full remake rather than a simple remaster. This contrasts with the previously rumored Fallout 3 remaster, whose current status remains unclear.

The LinkedIn Profile Fuels the Fire

Released in 2006, Oblivion, the sequel to 2002's Morrowind, garnered significant praise for its expansive world, visuals, and soundtrack. The ongoing Skyblivion project, a fan-made recreation in Skyrim's engine, further demonstrates the enduring appeal of this title and hints at a potential 2025 release for their ambitious mod.

The Future of Elder Scrolls: ES6 and Beyond

The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise remains shrouded in mystery. The sole trailer for The Elder Scrolls VI debuted in 2018, with Bethesda confirming it as their next major project following Starfield. Director Todd Howard's estimation of a 15-17 year gap between Skyrim and ESVI suggests a considerable wait. However, fans are eagerly anticipating a new ESVI trailer before the end of 2025. The possibility of an Oblivion remake reveal alongside this would undoubtedly be a significant event for fans of the series.