A long-rumored remake of the fourth mainline Elder Scrolls game, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion, is reportedly featuring improvements to various gameplay systems. These improvements include enhanced combat and reworked mechanisms for Stamina, Sneaking, Archery, and Blocking to make the gameplay less frustrating. The remake is being developed using Unreal Engine 5.
Updates to the heads-up display (HUD) are aimed at making information clearer for players. This project has been in speculation since 2023, with rumors igniting further during industry events and roadmap leaks that also hinted at a Fallout 3 remaster. Originally released in 2006 for Xbox 360 and Windows PC, and subsequently for PlayStation 3 in 2007, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion gained widespread acclaim.
It won numerous awards and had sold over 3.5 million copies by November 2011.
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If the remake launches in 2025, it will be part of a competitive year for Xbox titles, alongside high-profile releases such as DOOM: The Dark Ages, Avowed, and The Outer Worlds 2.
However, sources indicate that this Oblivion remake is not expected to be featured in upcoming major showcases. Content creator Samuel Tolbert expressed his anticipation for the update, noting interest in how the use of Unreal Engine 5 will integrate with the game’s traditionally robust modding community. While platforms for the remake have not been officially detailed, it is expected to release on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and potentially on PlayStation 5 and a possible future Nintendo console.
As with all Xbox first-party titles, it will likely be available on Xbox and PC Game Pass from day one. The overhaul in Oblivion is expected to set the stage for future remakes, drawing lessons that could be applied to the rumored Fallout 3 remake. Fans remain hopeful for more official information soon.
