Skyblivion, a fan-made recreation of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion within the Skyrim engine, is slated for a 2025 release.

A recent developer update stream confirmed the team's commitment to this ambitious goal. Developed by volunteer modders, Skyblivion represents a monumental undertaking, years in the making. Despite the scale, the team remains confident in a 2025 launch, or even sooner, stating, "We hope with your support to finish the final steps in completing our dream, maybe even beating our own estimation."

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The project goes beyond a simple port; developers are extensively overhauling aspects of the original Oblivion. This includes ensuring item uniqueness and enhancing boss encounters, specifically mentioning Mannimarco. The stream showcased the "A Brush with Death" quest, highlighting the impressive visual fidelity.

This remarkable fan effort is further complicated by rumors of an official Oblivion remake. Earlier this year, purported details of an official remake surfaced, detailing potential combat overhauls and other changes. Microsoft declined to comment on these rumors to IGN. The existence of an Oblivion remaster was even hinted at in documents from the Activision Blizzard/FTC trial.

Should Microsoft and Bethesda proceed with an official re-release, Skyblivion's future could be uncertain. Bethesda games have a rich modding history, but projects like Fallout London have demonstrated the potential for complications. The hope is that Skyblivion avoids similar setbacks and successfully launches in 2025.