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 leaker NatetheHate, who accurately predicted the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement date, claims a reveal is expected this month or next. VGC corroborates this, while NatetheHate suggests a pre-June release, and VGC indicates a possible April launch.

In January, Mp1st reported on seemingly leaked details of the Oblivion remake, allegedly from a former Virtuos employee. Microsoft declined to comment when contacted by IGN. According to Mp1st, Virtuos utilized Unreal Engine 5 for the remake, hinting at a substantial overhaul rather than a simple remaster. Alleged gameplay changes include adjustments to Stamina, Sneak, Blocking, Archery, Hit Reactions, and the HUD. The Blocking system was reportedly reworked to be more action-oriented, addressing previous criticisms. Sneak icons are said to be more prominent, damage calculations revised, and the HUD redesigned for improved clarity. Added hit reactions and modernized Archery mechanics (in both first and third-person) are also mentioned.

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News of an Oblivion remaster surfaced in 2023, when documents from the FTC vs. Microsoft trial revealed several unannounced Bethesda games. A July 2020 list, predating Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media, included: (FY2022: Oblivion Remaster, Indiana Jones game; FY2023: Doom Year Zero and DLC, Project Kestrel, Project Platinum; FY2024: The Elder Scrolls VI, Project Kestrel: Expansion, Licensed IP Game, Fallout 3 Remaster, Ghostwire: Tokyo Sequel, Dishonored 3, DOOM Year Zero DLC). Many titles were delayed or cancelled; Doom Year Zero became Doom: The Dark Ages (May launch), Indiana Jones and the Great Circle launched in December 2024, and The Elder Scrolls VI missed its projected timeframe.

The Oblivion remaster's status is now the focus. Note that the Microsoft document referred to it as a remaster; perhaps the project evolved into a full remake. The upcoming announcement will clarify this.

Regarding platforms, Microsoft's current multiplatform strategy, and the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 release, suggest the Oblivion remake could launch on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and potentially the Switch 2 (if its June release timeframe holds).