Skyblivion, a fan-made recreation of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion within The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's 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 massive undertaking, requiring years of dedication. Despite the challenges, the team remains confident in a 2025 launch, or even 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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The project goes beyond a simple one-to-one remake. The developers are significantly enhancing various aspects of the original Oblivion, including ensuring "unique items are actually unique" and bolstering the impact of existing bosses, specifically mentioning Mannimarco. The livestream showcased the "A Brush with Death" quest, demonstrating the impressive visual fidelity.
Adding another layer of complexity is the persistent rumor of an official Oblivion remake. Details of a potential official remake surfaced earlier this year, hinting at combat overhauls and other changes. While Microsoft declined to comment, the existence of an Oblivion remaster was inadvertently revealed in documents from the Activision Blizzard/FTC trial.
The possibility of a simultaneous official release presents a potential challenge for Skyblivion. Bethesda games have a strong modding community, and this fan project could be impacted by an official release. The team hopes to avoid a fate similar to Fallout London, which encountered difficulties shortly before its intended launch.
