It looks like The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster is real, and it might be coming as soon as April 21st!
According to a leak covered by Jeff Grubb, the remaster could arrive this week as a shadow drop. Adding to the fire, screenshots also briefly appeared on Virtuos’ official website, the studio reportedly leading development. The page has since been taken down, but not before fans grabbed screenshots and began sharing them across Reddit and X/Twitter.
Gameplay and Visual Upgrades
Details from the leaks point to huge mechanical and visual improvements:
- Soulslike blocking and new hit reactions
- Revamped stamina system and highlighted sneak indicators
- Overhauled archery, updated HUD, and smoother combat flow
- Side-by-side images reveal a significant graphics upgrade over the 2006 original
This appears to be a remaster rather than a full remake, possibly layering Unreal Engine visuals onto the original gameplay systems, similar to Diablo II Resurrected.
Platforms and Release Details
- A deluxe physical edition leak included Xbox branding
- Most leaks point to Xbox and PC support, with a strong possibility of Game Pass availability
- No official confirmation yet on which platforms will be supported at launch
What About Skyblivion?
Even though excitement for the Oblivion remaster is very high, many fans are also pointing out that it will not replace the upcoming Skyblivion project, a fully fan-made rebuild of Oblivion within Skyrim’s engine, expected later this year.
Skyblivion will likely come with modding support and creative freedom, while the remaster gives console players an easier way to revisit or experience Oblivion for the first time.
Of course, some skepticism remains (as with any leak), but the Virtuos website screenshots, combined with insider mentions and promo art, make this leak feel rather credible. And with April 21st just around the corner, the wait to see if it is really happening or not is quite short.
So, if the April 21 date holds true, we could see a full announcement or trailer any day now.
