Oblivion Remake Hints Emerge: Unreal Engine 5 and a Potential 2025 Reveal
Whispers of an Oblivion remake using Unreal Engine 5 are growing louder, fueled by a developer's LinkedIn profile. Speculation surrounding a potential Oblivion remake or remaster has been circulating for some time, with recent leaks adding fuel to the fire.
A 2023 rumor suggested a 2024 or 2025 release for the unannounced project. Xbox insider Jez Corden further fueled the speculation in late December 2024, predicting a reveal during a January 2025 Xbox Developer Direct (though this event remains unconfirmed). The timing aligns with previous Developer Directs held in January 2023 and 2024, making this possibility quite plausible.
Adding significant weight to these rumors is a LinkedIn profile. A Technical Art Director at Virtuos, a studio reportedly involved in the project, lists an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S" among their credits. While the game isn't explicitly named, the context and engine specification strongly suggest Oblivion. This further implies a full remake rather than a simple remaster, contrasting with earlier speculation. It's worth noting that plans for a Fallout 3 remaster surfaced in late 2023, though its current status remains unclear.
LinkedIn Profile Strengthens Remake Claims
Released in 2006, Oblivion, the sequel to 2002's Morrowind, received widespread critical acclaim for its expansive world, visuals, and soundtrack. Since 2012, the Skyblivion mod has been a testament to fan dedication, aiming to recreate 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 sole trailer for The Elder Scrolls VI debuted in 2018. Bethesda Game Studios has confirmed it as their next major project following Starfield, with director Todd Howard suggesting a release window "15 to 17 years after Skyrim." While a concrete release date is still distant, fans are hopeful for a new trailer before the end of 2025.
