"Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake Set for Imminent Reveal and Release"

Bethesda is reportedly preparing to unveil its long-anticipated The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake in the coming weeks, with a release expected shortly after.

This information comes from NatetheHate, a leaker known for accurately predicting the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement date. He recently tweeted that the Oblivion remake will be officially revealed either this month or next, a claim further supported by VGC.

As for the release window, things are slightly less clear. NatetheHate predicts a launch before June, while VGC suggests it could arrive as early as April.

Back in January, [ttpp]Mp1st[/ttpp] reported what appeared to be leaked details about the Oblivion remake, allegedly sourced from a former employee of Virtuos, a third-party studio involved in game development. Microsoft declined to comment when contacted by IGN.

According to [ttpp]Mp1st[/ttpp], Virtuos has rebuilt Oblivion using Unreal Engine 5, suggesting a full-scale remake rather than a simple graphical enhancement. The report also outlined several gameplay changes, including adjustments to Stamina, Sneak, Blocking, Archery, Hit Reaction, and the HUD.

Blocking was reworked with modern action games and Soulslikes in mind, aiming to fix what was described as a “boring” and “frustrating” original system. Sneak indicators were reportedly made more visible, with damage calculations overhauled. Depleting Stamina now makes knockdown harder to trigger, and the HUD has been redesigned for better clarity. Hit reactions have also been added to improve feedback, and Archery mechanics were modernized for both first and third-person perspectives.

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Talk of an Oblivion remaster first surfaced in 2023 when internal documents released during the FTC vs. Microsoft antitrust trial hinted at a list of unannounced Bethesda titles. This list, compiled in July 2020 prior to Microsoft’s acquisition of ZeniMax Media in March 221, included:

Financial Year 2022:

• Oblivion Remaster
• Indiana Jones game

Financial Year 2023:

• Doom Year Zero and DLC
• Project Kestrel
• Project Platinum

Financial Year 2024:

• The Elder Scrolls VI
• Project Kestrel: Expansion
• Licensed IP Game
• Fallout 3 Remaster
• Ghostwire: Tokyo Sequel
• Dishonored III
• DOOM Year Zero DLC

Of course, many of these titles were delayed or canceled altogether. Doom Year Zero became Doom: The Dark Ages, launching in May. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle eventually launched in December 2024. And The Elder Scrolls VI remains far from completion.

Still, the Oblivion project stands out—especially since it was originally referred to as a remaster. It's possible the scope expanded into a full remake, which would explain the increased ambition behind the scenes. We’ll know more once Bethesda officially lifts the curtain on what has become one of the gaming industry's most open secrets.

As for platforms, Microsoft has embraced multiplatform releases in recent years. With the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 rumored for a June launch, there’s a strong possibility Oblivion could debut across PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and potentially even the new Switch console.