Bethesda is reportedly preparing to unveil its long-rumored The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake in the coming weeks, with a release expected shortly after.
This information comes from NatetheHate, a leaker who previously and accurately predicted the announcement date of the Nintendo Switch 2. He stated that the Oblivion remake will likely be revealed either this month or next, a claim further supported by VGC. As for the release window, it’s a bit less defined—NatetheHate suggests a likely launch before June, while VGC hints it could arrive as early as April.
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Back in January, Mp1st reported what appeared to be leaked details about the Oblivion remake following an accidental disclosure by a former employee at Virtuos, a third-party studio involved in the project. Microsoft declined to comment when contacted by IGN.
According to Mp1st, Virtuos has rebuilt Oblivion using Unreal Engine 5, indicating a full-scale remake rather than a simple graphical enhancement. The report also included alleged gameplay changes such as updated mechanics for Stamina, Sneak, Blocking, Archery, Hit Reactions, and HUD design.
Blocking was reportedly reworked with inspiration from action games and Soulslikes, addressing complaints that the original system felt “boring” and “frustrating.” Sneak indicators were said to be more visible, with a revamped damage calculation system. The stamina-based knockdown mechanic was allegedly adjusted to trigger less frequently. Additionally, the HUD was redesigned for better clarity, hit reactions were enhanced for responsiveness, and archery controls were modernized for both first-person and third-person perspectives.
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Rumors of an Oblivion remaster originally surfaced in 2023 when internal documents from the Federal Trade Commission's legal proceedings against Microsoft revealed a list of unannounced Bethesda titles planned for future development. This list, compiled in July 2020 prior to Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media in March 2021, included:
Financial Year 2022:
- Oblivion Remaster
- Indiana Jones Game
Financial Year 2023:
- Doom Year Zero and DLC
- Project Kestrel
- Project Platinum
Financial Year 2024:
- The Elder Scrolls VI
- Project Kestrel: Expansion
- Licensed IP Game
- Fallout 3 Remaster
- Ghostwire: Tokyo Sequel
- Dishonored III
- DOOM Year Zero DLC
Many of these titles were later delayed or canceled. For example, Doom Year Zero evolved into Doom: The Dark Ages, now set for a May 2025 release, while Indiana Jones and the Great Circle launched in December 2024. The Elder Scrolls VI remains far from completion.
That said, the original document specifically referred to the Oblivion version as a “remaster,” suggesting the scope may have expanded into a full remake over time. We’ll soon find out just how much this classic RPG has been transformed.
As for platforms, Microsoft has shifted toward multiplatform releases, especially with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon. It’s possible that Oblivion could launch across PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and potentially even the new Switch console—possibly even serving as part of its launch lineup if the release aligns with a June 2025 window.
