Rumored Oblivion Remake Gains Momentum: Unreal Engine 5 and LinkedIn Clues
A developer's LinkedIn profile suggests active development of an Oblivion remake utilizing Unreal Engine 5, fueling fan speculation. While unconfirmed, many anticipate an official reveal during a potential Xbox Developer Direct in 2025, mirroring similar events in previous years. The excitement extends beyond Oblivion, with many also hoping for a new Elder Scrolls VI trailer before the year's end.
The possibility of an Oblivion remake or remaster has circulated for some time, with recent leaks seemingly validating its existence. A 2023 rumor suggested a 2024 or 2025 release, a prediction seemingly supported by Xbox insider Jez Corden's December 2024 forecast of a January 2025 reveal during an Xbox Developer Direct. Although unconfirmed, the precedent of Developer Directs in January 2023 and 2024 makes this a plausible scenario. This latest LinkedIn development adds significant weight to the accumulating evidence.
A Technical Art Director at Virtuos, the studio reportedly behind the project, boasts on their LinkedIn page about working on an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S." While the game isn't explicitly named, the context strongly suggests Oblivion, with the use of Unreal Engine 5 further implying a full remake rather than a simple remaster. Separately, plans for a Fallout 3 remaster surfaced in late 2023, though its current status remains unclear.
LinkedIn Listing Bolsters Oblivion Remake Claims
Following the critically acclaimed Morrowind (2002), Oblivion (2006) captivated players with its expansive world, visuals, and soundtrack. Since 2012, the Skyblivion mod has seen a dedicated community recreate Oblivion within Skyrim's engine. A recent update from the Skyblivion team hints at a potential 2025 release for their ambitious project.
The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise remains shrouded in mystery. The sole trailer for The Elder Scrolls VI, released in 2018, offers limited insight. Bethesda Game Studios has indicated it will follow Starfield, with director Todd Howard suggesting a release window "15 to 17 years after Skyrim." While a concrete release date is far off, fans eagerly anticipate a new trailer before the close of 2025.
