Recent developments have surfaced indicating that Bethesda is preparing to launch a highly anticipated remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. An official response from an Xbox Support account on Twitter has seemingly confirmed the existence of this RPG remake, announcing its release date as April 21, 2025. This revelation has fueled excitement among fans of the iconic game, first released in 2006.
The rumors surrounding the Oblivion remake have been circulating for quite some time, making it one of the worst-kept secrets in the gaming community. In 2023, a Reddit user claimed that a remake was in the works, igniting speculation. Later that year, the remake was mentioned in a significant leak during the Microsoft FTC trial. By January, Kotaku had verified the game's existence through reliable sources, further solidifying the anticipation.
In March, reports suggested that the RPG remake could surprise fans with an unexpected launch, heightening excitement. Adding fuel to the fire, screenshots of the remake leaked online just days ago. However, it was the recent Twitter exchange with the Xbox support account that provided the most concrete evidence of the game's imminent arrival.
Twitter user Raven reached out to the Xbox support account via direct messages (DMs) and inquired about the Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remastered. According to Raven, the support account confirmed the game's existence and provided the release date. This interaction led to further speculation, as it appeared that the support account had accidentally revealed crucial information.
As reported by VG24/7 and The Verge’s Tom Warren, Raven shared a video of the entire conversation, seemingly validating the claim that the Xbox support account had indeed confirmed the remake. While some initially dismissed the confirmation as an error made by a bot, Raven pointed out that at least one message seemed to originate from a human "live service agent," suggesting a potential slip-up.
In light of this revelation, I decided to reach out to the Xbox support account myself for further clarification. After a considerable wait, a live service agent replied, stating that there was no official announcement regarding the Oblivion remake. The agent emphasized the importance of following official Xbox channels for updates.
Not discouraged, I tried again by sending a simple prompt. This time, I received a message from a live service agent stating that, as of now, no formal information was available about the release or availability of the remake. They encouraged fans to keep an eye on Xbox’s official platforms for future announcements, indicating that the support team had likely been instructed to refrain from sharing details prematurely.
Despite the back-and-forth, it appears that fans can expect to experience The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remastered soon. With its confirmed release as a day-one launch title on Xbox Game Pass, it is highly likely that players will be able to enjoy the remake on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and through cloud gaming.
The anticipation for this remake has reached a fever pitch, and as the release date approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting official announcements from Bethesda. Stay tuned for updates on this thrilling addition to the Elder Scrolls franchise!
