Elder Scrolls 4 Remake: Unverified Rumors Gain Traction

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

A developer's LinkedIn profile fuels speculation about an Oblivion remake built using Unreal Engine 5. While unconfirmed, many believe an official reveal is imminent, possibly during a 2025 Xbox Developer Direct. This anticipation is further heightened by the widespread desire for a new Elder Scrolls 6 trailer in the same year.

Rumors of an Oblivion remake have circulated for years, with a 2023 prediction suggesting a 2024 or 2025 launch. Xbox insider Jez Corden added fuel to the fire in late December 2024, forecasting a January 2025 unveiling during an Xbox Developer Direct. Although unconfirmed, the precedent of similar events in January 2023 and 2024 lends credence to this possibility. Recent leaks and rumors only intensify the anticipation.

A Technical Art Director at Virtuos, a Chinese development studio reportedly involved in the project, posted on LinkedIn about working on an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S." While the game isn't explicitly named, many connect this to the Oblivion remake, with the Unreal Engine 5 specification suggesting a full remake rather than a simple remaster. The situation is further complicated by earlier reports of a Fallout 3 remaster in late 2023, the current status of which remains unclear.

LinkedIn Profile Strengthens Remake Claims

Oblivion, the sequel to 2002's Morrowind, captivated players in 2006 with its expansive world, impressive graphics, and memorable soundtrack. Since 2012, the dedicated Skyblivion modding community has been working to recreate Oblivion within Skyrim's engine. Their recent video update hints at a potential 2025 release for this ambitious project.

The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise remains shrouded in mystery. The only trailer for Elder Scrolls 6, released in 2018, leaves much to the imagination. Bethesda Game Studios has confirmed it as their next major project following Starfield, with director Todd Howard estimating a release window "15 to 17 years after Skyrim." While a concrete release date remains elusive, fans are hopeful for a new trailer before the end of 2025.