The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake Will Reportedly Be Revealed Soon, and Released Not Long After That

Rumors are swirling that Bethesda is poised to announce a remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion in the coming weeks, with a release soon after. Reliable insider NatetheHate, who accurately predicted the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement date, tweeted that the reveal is expected this month or next. VGC corroborated this information, adding that while NatetheHate suggests a pre-June release, an April launch is also possible.

In January, Mp1st reported on seemingly leaked details of the Oblivion remake, accidentally released by a former Virtuos employee. Microsoft declined to comment when contacted by IGN. According to Mp1st, Virtuos utilized Unreal Engine 5, suggesting a substantial remake rather than a simple remaster. Alleged gameplay changes include modifications to Stamina, Sneak, Blocking, Archery, Hit Reactions, and the HUD. Specifically, Blocking was reportedly overhauled, inspired by action and Soulslike games, addressing criticisms of its original design. Sneak icons are said to be more prominent, damage calculations refined, and the Stamina depletion knockdown made more difficult to trigger. The HUD received a redesign for improved clarity, hit reactions were added for better feedback, and Archery mechanics were modernized in both first and third-person views.

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Word of an Oblivion remaster surfaced in 2023 when documents from the FTC vs. Microsoft trial revealed several unannounced Bethesda titles. A July 2020 list, compiled before Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media, included:

Fiscal Year 2022: Oblivion Remaster, Indiana Jones game

Fiscal Year 2023: Doom Year Zero and DLC, Project Kestrel, Project Platinum

Fiscal Year 2024: The Elder Scrolls VI, Project Kestrel: Expansion, Licensed IP Game, Fallout 3 Remaster, Ghostwire: Tokyo Sequel, Dishonored 3, DOOM Year Zero DLC

Many of these projects were delayed or cancelled. Doom Year Zero became Doom: The Dark Ages, launching in May. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle released in December 2024, and The Elder Scrolls VI significantly missed its projected release window.

The Oblivion remaster, however, remains a focus. It's noteworthy that the Microsoft document referred to it as a remaster; the project's scope may have since expanded into a full remake. The upcoming announcement will clarify this.

Regarding platforms, given Microsoft's commitment to multiplatform releases and the anticipated launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, the Oblivion remake could potentially release on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch 2. A June Switch 2 launch might align with the game's release window.