MP1st has uncovered intriguing details about a rumored The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake, gleaned not from industry insiders, but from the portfolio of an anonymous former Virtuos Studios developer. This remake, reportedly built using Unreal Engine 5, promises a significant departure from the original.

The portfolio suggests a complete reimagining of Oblivion, with overhauled mechanics across the board. Expect substantial changes to stamina management, stealth mechanics, attack blocking (drawing inspiration from Soulslike titles to address the original's perceived shortcomings), archery, damage reactions, and the user interface. The reworked damage system will apparently feature more visible and impactful hit reactions, while stamina is slated for a more user-friendly implementation. The UI and archery systems will also receive modernizations.

MP1st speculates that the project's scope has expanded from a simple remaster (as hinted at in leaked Microsoft documents) to a full-blown remake.

While sources have confirmed the Oblivion remake won't appear at the upcoming Developer_Direct, rumors suggest a potential release within the year.