Rumored Oblivion Remake Fuels Fan Excitement for 2025
A LinkedIn profile belonging to a game developer strongly suggests an Oblivion remake is in development, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. This adds fuel to the already burning fire of anticipation surrounding a potential reveal, possibly during a rumored Xbox Developer Direct in 2025. While unconfirmed, the timing aligns with previous Developer Directs held in January of 2023 and 2024.
Speculation about an Oblivion remake has been swirling for years, with a 2023 rumor suggesting a 2024 or 2025 launch. Xbox insider Jez Corden further fueled the flames in late December 2024, predicting a January 2025 unveiling during an Xbox Developer Direct. This prediction, coupled with recent leaks, points towards a high probability of an official announcement.
The LinkedIn profile of a Technical Art Director at Virtuos, a studio reportedly involved, lists an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S." Although the game isn't explicitly named, the context strongly suggests it's Oblivion. The use of Unreal Engine 5 further implies a full remake, rather than a simple remaster. Interestingly, a Fallout 3 remaster was also rumored in late 2023, but its current status remains unclear.
Oblivion Remake: A Long-Awaited Return
Released in 2006, Oblivion, the sequel to 2002's Morrowind, was critically acclaimed 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 2025 release for their ambitious project.
The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise remains somewhat shrouded in mystery. The only trailer for Elder Scrolls 6, released in 2018, left fans yearning for more. Bethesda Game Studios has confirmed it as their next major title following Starfield, with director Todd Howard suggesting a release timeframe of "15 to 17 years after Skyrim." While a concrete release date is still distant, many hope for a new trailer before the end of 2025. The potential Oblivion remake announcement could very well coincide with this desire.
