Few RPG franchises are as revered as The Elder ScrollsAn IP that is arguably responsible for much of Bethesda Game Studios' modern success and legacy. Fans are still impatiently and somewhat tiredly waiting for more news The Elder Scrolls 6but in the meantime, there may be some other news from the series to whet their appetite.
There have been rumors of a possible remake for some time now The Elder Scrolls 4: Obliviona 2006 record that preceded the record Skyrim. Oblivion it was cutting edge at the time of its release, providing a vast and detailed fantasy adventure like no other. In fact, many fans even claimed that much more popular Skyrim is actually a step down Oblivionas the latter has, among other strengths, more elaborate role-playing and build-up systems. Regardless of one's opinion on Oblivion however, compared to its successor, it's hard to deny the impact it had on the gaming industry, and some re-release seems long overdue.

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Oblivion Remake Rumors, Explained
Rumors about an Oblivion the remake has been in the works for some time, but the latest claims claim that the project will be revealed in January. Unfortunately, the scale and scope of this remake was not detailed in any of these rumors. In other words, it's unclear whether it will seek a major overhaul of something similar Resident Evil remakes, or rather cosmetic improvements similar to this year's Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster.
Regardless, the prospect of learning more about such a project is exciting, and while all leaks and rumors should be taken with a grain of salt, it's worth noting that many sources believe Xbox is planning a showcase of some kind in January. This would fit with the company's recent history, as January 2022 and January 2023 brought significant revelations to Microsoft.
Given Xbox's recent cross-platform push, that potential is likely Oblivion the remake will come to PS5 as well as Xbox and PC. However, from the original Oblivion was cross-platform, it shouldn't be considered too surprising.
Why the Oblivion Remake is Exciting
As already mentioned, Oblivion is often considered superior in many ways to its younger sibling, Skyrim. At the same time, it's a game that's incredibly and obviously outdated in so many ways, from stiff character animations to harsh voice acting to countless glitches.
Skyrim it's probably pretty dated at this point too, but much less so, mainly due to regular re-releases and remasters, not to mention a dedicated modding community. Oblivion it didn't get that conservation treatment, and you could say Bethesda should make up for all the time it spent languishing in antiquity.
What oblivion remake should highlight
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Face animation
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Voice acting
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Visual effects like lighting, particle effects, etc.
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Combat response
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Oblivion Gate Environment Design
Speaking more broadly, an Oblivion the remake could serve as a great opportunity for Bethesda Game Studios to address some of its biggest critics. After release Star fieldand even Fallout 4 previously, the developer was criticized for its outdated engine, poor optimization, and lack of polish when it came to various visual and technical elements.
How justified these criticisms are is up for debate, but an ambitious remaster of one of the best Western RPGs ever made, boasting revamped visuals, performance and more, could restore confidence in the studio and show what it's capable of. Even if another developer takes care of the remake, it could serve as a nice amuse-bouche The Elder Scrolls 6giving viewers a taste of what to expect.