After years of anticipation and speculation, Bethesda is set to unveil the highly anticipated Oblivion Remastered tomorrow. The original Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, which debuted nearly 19 years ago, has stood the test of time, captivating gamers with its unique charm and memorable guild questlines. Despite two decades of technological advancements, the love for this classic game has not waned.
Following a significant leak featuring promotional images on Virtuos Studio’s website, Bethesda has officially confirmed the game’s existence. Fans can look forward to the premiere of the first trailer for this Unreal Engine 5 remake tomorrow, and we have all the details on how to catch the reveal.
Countdown to the Oblivion Remastered Reveal Trailer
Tomorrow, April 22, 2025, Elder Scrolls enthusiasts will get their first official glimpse of Oblivion Remastered when the reveal trailer goes live at 11 am ET (3 pm UTC). Here’s a breakdown of the release times across various time zones:
- United States and South America: 8 am PST / 9 am MST / 10 am CST / 11 am EST / 12 pm BRT (April 22, 2025)
- Europe: 3 pm GMT / 3 pm UTC / 5 pm CET / 5 pm EET (April 22, 2025)
- Asia: 7 pm GST / 8:30 pm IST / 11:00 pm PHT / 11:00 pm CST (Beijing Time) / 12 pm JST/KST (April 23, 2025)
- Australia: 1 am AEDT / 3 am NZDT (April 23, 2025)
The trailer will be broadcasted first on Bethesda Softworks’ official channels on YouTube and Twitch. Fans can find the waiting room for the stream here: YouTube Waiting Room.
Please note, there won’t be any Twitch drops associated with the reveal of Oblivion Remastered, but you can join other fans and chat about the impending announcement here.
What to Anticipate for the Oblivion Remastered Reveal
Fans should prepare for a visually stunning presentation, featuring the advanced capabilities of Unreal Engine 5 and a host of modernized assets designed to breathe new life into the enchanting realms of Tamriel. There are indications that Virtuos Studios has also refined some of the gameplay mechanics that were considered less polished in the original release.
The reveal may consist of a brief trailer, possibly lasting around five minutes, showcasing a release date for Oblivion Remastered. However, there is also speculation that Microsoft and ZeniMax Online Studios could surprise everyone by launching the game immediately following the trailer.
Insiders and leakers, including the well-known Jeff Grubb, suggest that an official launch could happen within the week of April 21-27. For fans eager to revisit the captivating landscapes of fourth-era Cyrodiil, this countdown represents not only the trailer’s debut but potentially the game’s release too.
In the meantime, fans can explore an array of leaked details regarding gameplay and visuals of this Unreal Engine 5 remake. Additionally, images of leaked box art suggest there might be a Deluxe Edition available, bundled with major expansions.
Moreover, die-hard fans of the original Gamebryo engine will be pleased to hear that the modding community is hard at work on Skyblivion, which aims to recreate the original Oblivion on the advanced 64-bit Creation Engine this year.
Stay tuned as we await the reveal of Oblivion Remastered—an event that could mark a significant moment in the legacy of the Elder Scrolls franchise.