Developers of the fan remake Skyblivion are not intimidated by the prospect of an official TES 4 Oblivion remaster release — they can coexist

It looks like players will have several opportunities to return to the world of The Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion in 2025.

The creators of Skyblivion, a mod remake of TES 4 Oblivion powered by The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim engine, recently released a statement following the online leak of footage from an official remaster. The enthusiasts explained that they will continue to work ahead:

“We have been following the buzz surrounding the official Oblivion remaster. As dedicated Elder Scrolls fans, we are incredibly excited by this prospect and sincerely hope the information proves to be true.

The footage we have seen looks fantastic, and we look forward to seeing a modern, professionally developed return to Cyrodiil. Bethesda has always supported community projects like ours, and we do not think that will change anytime soon. 

Since we are making a PC mod, a console release is impossible for us, so the [official] remaster gives console players a wonderful opportunity to revisit Oblivion, something our project could never do directly.

We want to emphasize that there is no need for comparisons or any sense of competition between Skyblivion and a potential official remaster. Both projects can exist and thrive together, offering players a unique experience. Skyblivion is a labor of love, created by a dedicated community for the community, offering a distinct way to revisit Oblivion within the familiar framework of the Creation Engine.

Likewise, the official remaster will undoubtedly bring its own set of enhancements with full funding from the development studio. We view this not as a conflict, but as a fantastic opportunity for Elder Scrolls fans to have even more ways to enjoy the classic world of Cyrodiil.

We extend our gratitude to our incredible community for their unwavering support, enthusiasm, and patience throughout all this time.”

Skyblivion is expected to be released in 2025.

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