Skyblivion Modders Determined to Finish Oblivion Remake for Skyrim Despite Rumors of Official Bethesda Remaster

Modding team behind Skyblivion Oblivion remake in Skyrim engine vow to finish project despite rumors of official Bethesda remaster.
Skyblivion lead developer not concerned about potential Bethesda remaster, says it would be good for more people to experience Oblivion.
Points out difference between remasters (improved graphics/performance) and remakes (reimagined creatively).
Says they've been in contact with Bethesda throughout development, received featured coverage, so not worried about cease & desist.
Skyblivion on track for 2025 launch, needs more volunteers. Unsure if Bethesda remaster will come first.

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Posted 9/21/2023, 11:55:54 AM

Skyblivion Modders Determined to Finish Oblivion Remake for Skyrim Despite Rumors of Official Bethesda Remaster

Modding team behind Skyblivion Oblivion remake in Skyrim engine vow to finish project despite rumors of official Bethesda remaster.
Skyblivion lead developer not concerned about potential Bethesda remaster, says it would be good for more people to experience Oblivion.
Points out difference between remasters (improved graphics/performance) and remakes (reimagined creatively).
Says they've been in contact with Bethesda throughout development, received featured coverage, so not worried about cease & desist.
Skyblivion on track for 2025 launch, needs more volunteers. Unsure if Bethesda remaster will come first.

ign.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/8/2023

From Morrowind to Starfield: How Bethesda Evolved its Signature Open World RPG Formula Over Two Decades

9/18/2023

Elder Scrolls 6 Likely Xbox/PC Exclusive Based on FTC v Microsoft Documents

Elder Scrolls 6 will likely be an Xbox exclusive, according to documents from the FTC v. Microsoft case, although plans could still change.

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Leaked Documents Reveal Upcoming Bethesda Games Like Oblivion Remaster, Dishonored 3

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Leaked documents reveal Bethesda's plans to remaster Oblivion and Fallout 3, originally released on PS3, for Xbox and PC

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Microsoft Leaked Emails Reveal Plans to Acquire Gaming Giants, New Xbox Models

10/9/2023

Elder Scrolls Creative Director Open to Adapting Iconic Fantasy Games into Movies or TV

The Elder Scrolls franchise, one of gaming's biggest, has the potential to be adapted into a television or film, according to Elder Scrolls Online creative director Rich Lambert.