There’s an exciting buzz in the gaming community as a new rumor hints that a remake of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion might drop this week. Released almost two decades ago, Oblivion has earned its spot as a fan favorite in Bethesda’s legendary series. Back in 2006, this game kicked off the Xbox 360 era and set the stage for many of Bethesda’s RPGs to venture onto consoles.
The rumor mill hasn’t been quiet about this potential remake, especially after it was inadvertently revealed in 2023 through court documents from the Xbox vs FTC Activision case. This leak not only mentioned some of Bethesda’s upcoming projects but also sparked discussions about Xbox’s future hardware. Enthusiasm has only grown since then, with trusted insiders suggesting we might see the remake as soon as this spring.
Currently, Bethesda and Xbox have remained tight-lipped, neither confirming nor denying the remake’s existence. However, whispers on social media, particularly from Twitter user Detective Seeds, suggest the game might hit shelves this Thursday, April 3. When pressed for details, Detective Seeds admitted the information is a bit “iffy,” hinting at a possible release next week instead. Fans have begun speculating whether we might see a surprise release or an official announcement promising a summer launch.
April is already shaping up to be a hectic month for Xbox. The highly anticipated action-adventure game, South of Midnight, is set to launch on April 8, and Xbox’s collaboration with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG, is slated for April 24. Adding to the mix are two significant PlayStation 5 ports, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Forza Horizon 5, landing on the 16th and 29th, respectively. Given the packed schedule, a discreet release of the Oblivion remake seems unlikely. It might make more sense for Xbox to hold off until the quieter months of June or July, as they lead into a summer filled with other major releases like Doom: The Dark Ages.
Fans should keep a close eye on Xbox and Bethesda’s channels in the coming days in case these rumors materialize. Meanwhile, The Elder Scrolls 6 is in the works, but it looks like it might be next year or beyond before we see anything substantial from Bethesda. Some optimists, however, are crossing their fingers for a sneak peek at a potential Xbox event planned for June.
For those who can’t get enough of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion, whether playing the original or spicing it up with mods, there’s plenty to look forward to. And while fans eagerly await new developments in this beloved franchise, the gaming community remains on the edge of their seats, eager for any hints of what’s to come.
