A purported remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, developed by Virtuos Studio using Unreal Engine 5, has been detailed by MP1st. The information, reportedly sourced from an anonymous developer's portfolio, suggests a significant departure from the original game.
This isn't a simple remaster; the portfolio indicates a complete reimagining of Oblivion. Core mechanics are undergoing overhauls, including stamina management, stealth, blocking, archery, damage feedback, and the user interface. The blocking system, for instance, is reportedly inspired by Soulslike games, aiming to address criticisms of the original's underwhelming implementation. Damage calculations have been revised to include visible hit reactions, and stamina is expected to be more intuitive. The UI and archery mechanics are also slated for modernization.
MP1st speculates that the project, initially planned as a remaster (as hinted at in leaked Microsoft documents), has evolved into a full remake. While sources confirm the remake won't be featured at the upcoming Developer_Direct, rumors suggest a potential release within the year.
