Key Takeaways

• A LinkedIn profile belonging to a developer at Virtuos, a studio rumored to be handling the project, strongly suggests an unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake is underway for PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. Many believe this refers to The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
• Speculation is rife that an Oblivion remake announcement will occur during an Xbox Developer Direct event in 2025, though this remains unconfirmed.
• The anticipation for The Elder Scrolls VI is high, with fans hoping for a new trailer in 2025.

The possibility of an Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake is gaining significant traction, fueled by a recent LinkedIn profile update. Rumors of a remake or remaster have circulated for some time, with several leaks seemingly confirming its existence.

Previous speculation, including a 2023 rumor, suggested a 2024 or 2025 release. In late December 2024, Xbox insider Jez Corden predicted a reveal during a January 2025 Xbox Developer Direct. While unconfirmed, the company's history of holding such events in January (2023 and 2024) lends credibility to this prediction. The latest evidence significantly strengthens the belief that an Oblivion remake is imminent.

A Technical Art Director at Virtuos, the studio reportedly developing the remake, stated on their LinkedIn profile that they are working on an "unannounced Unreal Engine 5 remake for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S." Although the game isn't explicitly named, the context and the use of Unreal Engine 5 (suggesting a full remake rather than a remaster) strongly point towards Oblivion. The possibility of a Fallout 3 remaster was also discussed in late 2023, but its current status remains unclear.

LinkedIn Profile Bolsters Oblivion Remake Claims

Released in 2006, Oblivion, the sequel to 2002's Morrowind, garnered widespread critical acclaim 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 video update from the Skyblivion team hints at a 2025 release for their ambitious project.

The future of the Elder Scrolls franchise remains somewhat shrouded in mystery. The only trailer for The Elder Scrolls VI debuted in 2018. Bethesda Game Studios has indicated it will follow Starfield as their next major undertaking, with director Todd Howard suggesting a release window "15 to 17 years after Skyrim." A release date remains elusive, but a new trailer before the end of 2025 is highly anticipated by fans.