Bethesda has finally announced The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered after a long period of rumors and leaks. The game has launched today as a surprise, available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The first reports of the game initially surfaced in an FTC document, alongside the previously announced Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Doom: The Dark Ages. A prior leak confirmed that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion will be remade from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5.
Many systems have been reworked in addition to the updated visuals in Unreal Engine 5. This includes combat, UI, the addition of spriting, a new leveling system, new voiceovers, updated animations, and more. Developer Virtuos was in charge of the remake.
The Steam page describes the original release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion as follows:
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion™ Remastered modernizes the 2006 Game of the Year with all new stunning visuals and refined gameplay. Explore the vast landscape of Cyrodiil like never before and stop the forces of Oblivion from overtaking the land in one of the greatest RPGs ever from the award-winning Bethesda Game Studios.
Rediscover Cyrodiil
Journey through the rich world of Tamriel and battle across the planes of Oblivion where handcrafted details have been meticulously recreated to ensure each moment of exploration is awe-inspiring.
Navigate Your Own Story
From the noble warrior to the sinister assassin, wizened sorcerer, or scrappy blacksmith, forge your path and play the way you want.
Experience an Epic Adventure
Step inside a universe bursting with captivating stories and encounter an unforgettable cast of characters. Master swordcraft and wield powerful magic as you fight to save Tamriel from the Daedric invasion.
The Complete Story
Experience everything Oblivion has to offer with previously released story expansions Shivering Isles, Knights of the Nine, and additional downloadable content included in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is now available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
