Oblivion Remake Hints Emerge: Unreal Engine 5 and a Potential 2025 Reveal

Whispers of an Oblivion remake have intensified, fueled by a developer's LinkedIn profile and ongoing speculation. A remake or remaster has been rumored for some time, with recent leaks seemingly confirming its existence.

Previous rumors suggested a 2024 or 2025 release for the unannounced project. Xbox insider Jez Corden further fueled the fire in late December 2024, predicting a reveal during a January 2025 Xbox Developer Direct (though this event remains unconfirmed). Given previous Developer Directs in January 2023 and 2024, this possibility holds significant weight.

Adding significant credence to these rumors is a LinkedIn profile. A Technical Art Director at Virtuos, a studio reportedly involved, lists work on an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S." While Oblivion isn't explicitly named, the context and engine specification strongly suggest it's the project in question, indicating a full remake rather than a simple remaster. (Note: Separate rumors of a Fallout 3 remaster circulated in late 2023, but its current status remains unclear).

LinkedIn Profile Strengthens Remake Speculation

Released in 2006, Oblivion, the sequel to 2002's Morrowind, garnered widespread acclaim for its expansive world, visuals, and soundtrack. Since 2012, a dedicated fan community has been working on Skyblivion, a mod recreating Oblivion within Skyrim's engine. A recent update from the Skyblivion team hinted at a potential 2025 release for their ambitious project.

The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise remains somewhat shrouded in mystery. The only trailer for The Elder Scrolls VI debuted in 2018. Bethesda Game Studios has indicated it will follow Starfield, with director Todd Howard suggesting a release window "15 to 17 years after Skyrim." While a concrete release date is far off, fans eagerly anticipate a new trailer before the end of 2025.