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 ex-Virtuos employee's portfolio, outlines significant changes to the original game.
This isn't a simple remaster; the portfolio suggests a complete reimagining of Oblivion. Mechanics receiving overhauls include stamina, stealth, blocking, archery, damage reactions, and the user interface. The revamped blocking system, for instance, reportedly takes inspiration from Soulslike games, aiming to address criticisms of the original's underwhelming implementation. Damage calculations have also been reworked to include visible impact reactions, and stamina management is expected to be more intuitive. The UI and archery systems will also see improvements reflecting modern game design trends.
MP1st suggests that while initial plans may have involved a remaster (as hinted at by leaked Microsoft documents), the project has evolved into a full remake. Sources contacted by MP1st confirmed the Oblivion remake won't feature in the upcoming Developer_Direct showcase. However, speculation points towards a possible release sometime this year.