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 is a massive undertaking, years in the making. Despite the scale, 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 isn't simply a one-to-one port; the Skyblivion team is significantly enhancing the original game. Improvements range from ensuring item uniqueness to revamping boss encounters, with Mannimarco receiving particular attention. The stream showcased the "A Brush with Death" quest, demonstrating the impressive visual fidelity.
Adding another layer of intrigue is the persistent rumor of an official Oblivion remake. Details of a potential official remake, including combat overhauls, surfaced earlier this year. While Microsoft declined comment, the existence of an Oblivion remaster was hinted at in documents from the Activision Blizzard/FTC trial. The fate of this official project, along with other rumored remasters, remains uncertain.
The existence of a high-quality fan-made remake like Skyblivion could potentially impact Microsoft and Bethesda's plans. Bethesda's games have a rich modding history, and the team hopes to avoid the fate of Fallout London, which faced difficulties near its release.
