Oblivion Remastered Might Launch Within Hours: What We Know So Far
Excitement is running high in the gaming community as reports suggest that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered might be revealed—and released—within hours.
According to a now-deleted post by well-known leaker Detective Seeds, the remastered version of the classic Bethesda RPG is set to launch tomorrow at 12 PM Eastern Time. While the post has since been taken down, likely due to a takedown request, fans have already begun uncovering supporting clues online.
Most notably, some users found a hidden page dedicated to Oblivion Remastered on the official website of Virtuos, the development studio believed to be behind the project. The page was briefly visible through Bing search results, adding fuel to the fire that a stealth release could be imminent.
While it's still uncertain whether the game will release tomorrow, multiple trusted insiders have said a "shadow drop" is very likely sometime this week.
A Look Back at the Leaks
The first concrete hint of a remaster came in September 2023, when an internal Microsoft document surfaced during the FTC vs. Microsoft legal battle. The document listed plans to remaster both Oblivion and Fallout 3, with the Oblivion project appearing to be closer to completion.
Months of silence followed until January 2025, when another leak—this time from a former Virtuos employee’s resume—reignited speculation. That leak revealed that the remaster is being built using Unreal Engine 5 and will bring several gameplay and visual improvements.
According to that report, six core elements will see upgrades:
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Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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Stamina System
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Sneaking Mechanics
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Blocking
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Archery
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Hit Reactions
Earlier this week, those rumors gained even more credibility when screenshots of the remaster surfaced online. These previews, reportedly from the Virtuos website, showcased dramatically improved visuals and gave fans their first glimpse at what’s to come.
Skyblivion Team Reacts to the Official Remaster
With buzz around Oblivion Remastered heating up, fans also turned to Rebelzize, the project leader of Skyblivion—a massive fan-made remake of the game. Despite the looming official release, Rebelzize remains positive.
“Luckily, this thing was all about passion from the start, and it still is. I've gotten more out of this than I ever imagined: friends, experience… and it made me realize I wanted to work in the gaming industry, which I ended up doing,” he said.
He emphasized that their decade-long work stands on its own and that Bethesda allowing them to continue the project is a win for the fan community.
What Happens Next?
Whether the launch happens tomorrow or later in the week, signs are pointing to an announcement being just around the corner. With multiple sources backing the claims and early content surfacing online, it seems Oblivion Remastered is all but confirmed.
Fans are eagerly waiting to return to Cyrodiil—with a modern twist.
