Skyblivion: Oblivion Remade in Skyrim's Engine, Aiming for Release This Year

Skyblivion, the ambitious fan-made remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion using the engine of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, is set to launch in 2025. This target was reaffirmed by the mod team during their latest developer update stream, where they showcased their ongoing efforts. As a project driven by a team of dedicated volunteer developers, Skyblivion represents a monumental undertaking in the world of modding, akin to a AAA-scale game in its scope and detail.

The Skyblivion team expressed their hope to complete the project within their estimated timeline, possibly even surpassing their own expectations with the support of the community. "We hope with your support to finish the final steps in completing our dream, maybe even beating our own estimation," they stated during the stream.

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Describing Skyblivion as merely a one-to-one remake doesn't do justice to the extensive work being done. The developers are not only remaking the game but are also enhancing various aspects of the original Elder Scrolls title. Their efforts include ensuring that unique items truly stand out and that existing bosses, such as the infamous Mannimarco, live up to their fearsome reputations. The team highlighted the "A Brush with Death" quest in their livestream, showcasing a beautifully reimagined painted world.

Adding an intriguing layer to this project is the persistent rumor of an official Oblivion remake. Earlier this year, alleged details about an Oblivion remake emerged, suggesting potential changes to combat and other elements. Microsoft, however, declined to comment on these rumors to IGN. Furthermore, documents accidentally released during the Activision Blizzard/FTC trial in 2023 hinted at an Oblivion remaster, alongside other projects like an Indiana Jones game, which has since been released. The status of the Oblivion and Fallout 3 remasters remains unconfirmed.

Given Bethesda's history of supporting a vibrant modding community across their games, from older titles to the recent Starfield, the existence of a fan project like Skyblivion could potentially intersect with official plans. Fans hope that this mod won't face the challenges encountered by projects like Fallout London as it approaches its release date.