Many gamers are eagerly anticipating what Bethesda is preparing with The Elder Scrolls VI, a project that remains shrouded in mystery. Development is still ongoing and likely will take years before anything concrete is revealed, so fans of the franchise will need to be patient. However, amidst this wait, it appears an opportunity to revisit a classic installment in a new form is on the horizon, in the form of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake, which is reportedly in the works.
The legendary role-playing adventure, originally released in 2006, is rumoured to be undergoing a full remake using Unreal Engine 5. Virtuos, the same developer who is assisting Konami with Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, is helming the project.
This Oblivion remake will not only receive a significant visual upgrade but also introduce improvements to its gameplay systems. There are indications that at least six key gameplay mechanics, including stamina, sneaking, blocking, archery, hit reaction, and the HUD, are being modernised to meet contemporary standards.
More importantly, there are claims that players may not have to wait much longer to experience The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake firsthand. Renowned leaker NatetheHate has reported that the game is expected to launch before June 2025, with an official announcement coming soon.
This report has also been backed by gaming news outlet VGC, which not only corroborates the claim but also suggests that the Oblivion Remake could potentially launch as early as next month. Considering that the Xbox Developer Direct in January would have been the perfect opportunity to do this, a swift launch like this might be a move that generates even more interest.
Of course, all of this remains speculation and rumour until Bethesda and Microsoft — both of whom have remained silent on the matter — decide to confirm the news officially. Hopefully, this will make the wait for The Elder Scrolls VI much easier to stomach.
