After years of speculation and rumors, it appears that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster is finally real — and fans have just gotten their first glimpse of it. Leaked images and game details surfaced on April 15, 2025, via a ResetEra thread, originating from now-deleted content on Virtuos Games’ official website.
The Leak That Broke the Silence
Virtuos Games — the studio known for its work on Dark Souls Remastered (Switch) and Final Fantasy X HD Remaster — accidentally uploaded materials confirming its collaboration with Bethesda on an Oblivion remaster project. The leak includes several high-quality screenshots showing enhanced visuals, lighting upgrades, and improved environments, giving players their first taste of the updated Cyrodiil.
You can view the images on Imgur and discuss the leak on ResetEra.
Remaster, Not a Full Remake
While some earlier rumors hinted at a full remake, the leaked title clearly labels it as a “remaster.” That distinction is key, as it suggests the game will retain its original gameplay structure while receiving updated visuals and potentially improved performance. It’s unclear whether Bethesda or Virtuos will implement combat tweaks or broader quality-of-life improvements.
A Long Time Coming
This isn’t the first time hints have pointed to Oblivion’s return. In recent months, fans noticed unusual updates to the game’s Steam page, further fueling speculation. Still, until now, there hadn’t been any hard proof. This leak — coming directly from Virtuos’ own site — finally changes that.
Cross-Platform Release Likely
Although there’s still no official word from Bethesda, the leaked content suggests the Oblivion remaster will launch across multiple platforms, likely including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. A late 2025 release window could line up with the game’s 20th anniversary in 2026.
The Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion remaster leak might not give us a full feature list or a release date, but it all but confirms what fans have suspected for years: Oblivion is getting a well-deserved visual upgrade. With Virtuos Games at the helm and Bethesda’s backing, it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest RPG revivals in recent memory.