Fans of Bethesda’s beloved RPG The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion were sent into a frenzy this week after an Xbox support bot seemingly leaked the launch date for a long-rumored remaster of the 2006 classic. According to a now-viral screenshot shared by Twitter user @FaizShaikh7681, the bot confirmed an April 21 release date for Oblivion Remastered, though Bethesda has yet to formally announce the project.
The leak follows months of speculation sparked by subtle hints, including a since-removed gallery of Oblivion concept art on the website of Virtuos, a studio known for collaborating on remasters like Dark Souls: Remastered. Reddit users first spotted the images last month, with one thread dissecting potential clues about the project’s scope.
While Bethesda remains silent, the fan-driven Skyblivion project—a years-long effort to recreate Oblivion in Skyrim’s engine—publicly embraced the news. In a statement to PC Gamer, the team’s lead emphasized their support for the official remaster, calling it a “win for fans” and reaffirming their commitment to finishing their passion project.
Rumors of the remaster gained traction last week when a brief trailer surfaced on YouTube, showcasing updated visuals of the game’s iconic landscapes and characters. Though unverified, the footage aligns with reports that Virtuos is modernizing the game’s graphics, combat, and UI while preserving its core storytelling.
The response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive, albeit mixed with skepticism. “I’ll believe it when Todd Howard himself holds a lute and sings the release date,” joked Twitter user @Ser_Raven18, referencing Oblivion’s infamous bardic meme culture.
If the April 21 date holds, the remaster would arrive just weeks before the 18th anniversary of the original game’s release. For now, fans are left to scour every pixel of leaked footage—and hope Bethesda breaks its silence soon.
Featured image: Virtuos/YouTube