Summary
The latestElder Scrolls 4: Oblivionleak suggests that the game may be taking some inspiration from Soulslike games. Rumors of anElder Scrolls 4: Oblivionremaster or remake have been swirling for years, though no official announcements have been made. While fans are still waiting for official news on the game, leaks have suggested that not only is it real, it’s potentially launching later this year.
If the latestElder Scrolls 4: Oblivionremake leaksare to be believed, the game is being developed by Virtuos and will launch at some point in June 2025. Fans should take this information with a massive grain of salt, as no one from Bethesda or Microsoft has confirmed the news just yet, but in the meantime, another leak has potentially provided even more insight on the project.
MP1st has reportedthat they discovered a website by a former Virtuos employee that provides details onThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivionremake. According to the report, theOblivionremake is a full-scale Unreal Engine 5 remake as opposed to a simpler remaster as previously believed. MP1st details how theOblivionremake’s blocking system is taking inspiration from Soulslike games, though further details on exactly how were not mentioned. Assuming the information is accurate to the version of the game that will supposedly launch later this year, fans can also expect upgrades to stealth, a more forgiving stamina system, a revamped HUD, hit reactions, and improved archery.
Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake Blocking System Reportedly Inspired by Soulslikes
Based on the report, it doesn’t sound like theOblivionremake is going to be a Soulslike, but rather, it’s simply borrowing some ideas from combat systems commonly found in Soulslikes to offer a fresh experience for players. How this all works remains to be seen, but if the leaks about theOblivionremakereleasing in June 2025 are accurate, then fans should find out sooner rather than later.
Many would point to theXbox Developer Direct event on January 23as the perfect opportunity to unveil theOblivionremake, but fans shouldn’t hold their breath. Various leakers have debunked the claims that theOblivionremake will be at the show as the “surprise” game, so fans may have to wait a little longer to see exactly what theOblivionremake has in store. In the meantime, fans do know that they can tune in to the event to get a new look atDoom: The Dark Ages,South of Midnight, andClair Obscur: Expedition 33, along with the aforementioned surprise mystery game.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
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