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 active development cycle for a rumored Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake, potentially utilizing Unreal Engine 5. This follows years of speculation and several corroborating leaks.

A 2023 rumor predicted a 2024 or 2025 release, with Xbox insider Jez Corden forecasting a January 2025 reveal during an Xbox Developer Direct. While unconfirmed, the pattern of previous Developer Directs in January 2023 and 2024 lends credence to this prediction.

Crucially, a Virtuos Technical Art Director's LinkedIn profile lists work 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 choice strongly imply Oblivion, bolstering the remake theory over previous remaster speculation. The timing also coincides with surfacing plans for a Fallout 3 remaster in late 2023, though its current status remains uncertain.

LinkedIn Profile Fuels Oblivion Remake Belief

The 2006 release of Oblivion, the sequel to 2002's Morrowind, garnered significant praise for its expansive world, visuals, and score. Interestingly, a fan-made Skyblivion mod, aiming to recreate Oblivion within Skyrim's engine, is also slated for a 2025 release, adding another layer to the anticipation.

The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise beyond Oblivion remains shrouded in mystery. The sole trailer for The Elder Scrolls VI, released in 2018, offers limited insight. 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 release date remains distant, fans are hopeful for a new Elder Scrolls VI trailer before the end of 2025.