Skyblivion, a fan-made recreation of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion within the Skyrim engine, is slated for a 2025 release.
A recent developer update stream confirmed the team's commitment to this ambitious goal. Developed by volunteer modders, Skyblivion represents a monumental undertaking, years in the making. Despite the complexity, the team remains confident in a 2025 launch, or sooner, stating, "We hope with your support to finish the final steps in completing our dream, maybe even beating our own estimation."
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This project goes beyond a simple one-to-one remake. The developers are significantly enhancing various aspects of the original Oblivion, from ensuring item uniqueness to bolstering boss encounters (Mannimarco being a prime example). The stream showcased the "A Brush with Death" quest, highlighting the impressive visual fidelity.
Adding another layer of intrigue is the persistent rumor of an official Oblivion remake. Reports earlier this year detailed potential combat overhauls and other changes. While Microsoft declined comment to IGN, the existence of an Oblivion remaster was hinted at in documents from the Activision Blizzard/FTC trial. The fate of this official project remains uncertain.
The existence of a large-scale fan mod like Skyblivion could potentially impact Microsoft and Bethesda's plans for an official release. Bethesda games have a long history of robust modding communities. The hope is that Skyblivion avoids the fate of Fallout London, which encountered difficulties near its release.
