Yesterday Bethesda suddenly released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered - updated version legendary RPG 2006, built on Unreal Engine 5. The game was released immediately after the announcement on PC and next-gen consoles. Among the innovations is a redesigned graphics, animations and support for modern resolutions. However, the developers announced in advance that modifications are not supported — allegedly for technical reasons.
However, within a few hours of the release, players began experimenting with the game files. Reddit user Zealousideal_Pen9063 reported that opened the remaster in TES Construction Set — the official editor of 2006. Moreover, everything works correctly: objects, scripts and scenes are loaded without errors. As proof, he posted screenshots of the AbandonedMine location, opened in the editor with a full preview.
It came as a surprise to the community: despite the new engine, Bethesda preserved the data architecture, identical to the original. Presumably, Unreal Engine 5 here it works only as a visual layer, and the internal logic of the game remains the same. This makes it possible to use old modding tools without additional adaptations.
The forums have already started discussing the first modifications: lighting, weather, new quests and even potential VR support. The first Russifiers have also appeared, as well as utilities to improve performance. Despite the official restrictions, Oblivion modding scene is already alive — and everything “just works.”
Sony has unveiled a new trailer Ghost of Yotei, officially confirming the release date - 2 2025 October, the. The game will be released on PlayStation 5 и PlayStation 5 Pro simultaneously around the world. The video showed new enemies - a gang Yotei Six, which are hunted by the main character named Atsu.
The project is positioned as a spiritual successor Ghost of Tsushima, but noticeably improved graphics and a darker setting. Comparisons to Sucker Punch's previous game are obvious: the visual style, atmosphere, and approach to close combat are reminiscent of Tsushima, but Ghost of Yotei takes things a step further in terms of animation, lighting, and world-building detail.
Starting from May 2nd pre-order. The basic edition will cost $69.99, Digital Deluxe Edition — at $79.99. The Deluxe Bundle includes the Snake armor, an alternative color for the starting gear, early unlock of Traveler cards, and other in-game bonuses. All pre-orders will receive an exclusive mask and 7 PSN avatars.
Will also be available Collector's Edition. It includes a replica of the ghost mask, Atsu's belt, katana guard, coin pouch, and instructions for the Zeni Hajiki board game. The box also includes a paper ginkgo tree with a wolf at the base and 4 art cards.
Development is being carried out exclusively for PlayStation by Sony's internal studio. It is not yet known whether a port to PC is planned.
Bethesda released The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Steam — the game is now available for download and purchase. Following the long-awaited release, the following official system requirements, which confirmed earlier leaks regarding the volume and technical features.
For installation you will need: 125 GB available space on the drive, which is almost 20 times more than the original release. This is due to the use of engine Unreal Engine 5, highly detailed textures and new lighting. The game requires a minimum of 16 GB of RAM, and the recommended characteristics already include 32 GB arrangement, video cards level RTX 2080 or RX 6800XT, as well as processors like the Ryzen 5 3600X or i5-10600K.
Here are the full system requirements as listed on Steam:
Both configurations require Windows 10 64-bit and DirectX 12 support.
According to the developers' description, the game has an updated lighting system, reworked models, shadows, and improved environment geometry. Path tracing, DLSS, and FSR are supported, as well as integration with gamepads and cross-platform achievements.
The remaster includes all previously released DLC and is compatible with mods. Despite the "Remastered" prefix, the amount of work is closer to a full-fledged remake.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster will be officially shown today on the Bethesda stream - the broadcast will start at 18:00 Kyiv time. The game is expected to be available immediately after the announcement, but something else is more important: the re-release is being created by the studio Virtuos, specializing in remasters and ports of major games.
The team's portfolio includes the Switch version of NieR: Automata, The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, participation in Hogwarts Legacy, Dead Island 2, Modern Warfare III and other projects. According to designers, the main goal of the Oblivion remaster is recreate not the original experience, but the sensations, which the players remembered. They call this approach "memory, not reality."
Back in 2024, in an interview with 80Lv, Virtuos designer Nicholas Roginsky admitted that the team was working on a “very large unannounced project” where the key task is satisfy nostalgia, without destroying the image of the beloved game. He explained the studio's philosophy as "Preserve, Improve, Create": retain the spirit of the original, modernize outdated elements and add new ones that meet genre expectations.
Although Bethesda officially calls the project remaster, leaks and details indicate significant deeper processingSupport for modern graphics technologies, changes to the stamina system, a new block and general improvements to control and balance have already been confirmed.
It is also known that the remaster will be released on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PS5, including launch in Game PassIts size is more than 120 GB, which only confirms the amount of work done.
According to a new leak, in the upcoming part Battlefield players will find a variety of cards, covering extreme climates from snow-capped mountains to desert plains. The images, posted on Reddit, are believed to be from current builds of Battlefield Labs, the game's internal test client.
The images show two maps. One is a snowy, high-altitude landscape with steep cliffs and snow-covered trails — users speculate it is called capstone. Another map is deserted, with many trenches and engineering structures similar to the Turkmen steppes. Its preliminary name, according to fans, is Tungsten.
The community reacted positively to the leak, noting the desire to return to a more tactical style of combat, with an emphasis on verticality and destruction. Fans are drawing parallels with Battlefield 4 and Bad Company 2, hoping for a revival of iconic mechanics such as realistic destructibility objects and advanced combat physics.
While EA and DICE have yet to officially comment on the origins of the images, insiders claim that the locations shown will be part of the starting set of maps for the new Battlefield. The project still hasn't received a name, but audience expectations are growing, especially amid rumors of a possible return of the brand Bad Company. An official announcement is expected in the coming weeks.
will be released on April 25 Days Gone Remastered for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro, but with it PC version owners get free update 1.08, which will add to the game all technological improvements from the console remaster. The remaster itself remains a paid service for PS5 users ($10 for an upgrade from the PS4 version), but the graphical changes will be available on PC at no additional cost.
The game still works on Unreal Engine 4, however the update adds significantly reworked visuals, which makes Days Gone relevant in 2025. Among other things, new atmospheric and lighting simulations, improved night scenes, reworked shadows and more complex indirect lighting effects are aimed at improving realism and visual immersion.
List of main technical changes, which will be included in the update:
Support Dualense with tactile feedback on PC.
New system atmosphere and sky with the ozone layer and spectral lighting.
Improved lighting, reflections and ambient occlusion.
Much darker than night, more contrast and drama in the lighting.
Increased shadow detailing — twice the resolution at maximum quality.
New accessibility settings and interface optimization.
Also on this day will be released Broken Road DLC ($10), which will add three new modes:
Assault on the Horde - dynamic battles with waves of enemies;
Permadeath mode;
Timed mode (Speedrun) with a table of records.
This DLC is paid and is not included in the free update.
Developers from Bend Studio emphasize that the goal of the remaster is not only to improve the visual quality, but also to remind about the underrated game, which at the time did not receive due attention. Days Gone Remastered is positioned as a re-release with serious technical improvements, and not just a transfer to the next generation. Perhaps its success will influence the future fate of the series - after all, Sony previously refused to continue and canceled the studio's next game.
After the patch is released 0.2.0f developers Path of Exile: Necropolis confirmed the start of preparation for the next update - 0.2.0g, which should be released in the coming two weeks. However, as the team noted, work on the patch may be slowed down due to Easter holidays и ANZAC Day in New Zealand.
The purpose of the update is two most requested improvements from players and a number of additional edits medium scale.
First, the system will change dropped loot. Developers will improve quality and quantity of awards from campaign bosses, especially with unsuccessful series of kills. The drop from Azmiri possessed by lights monsters, which should make the game more predictable and generous for players exploring Necropolis.
Secondly, serious changes will affect The center of corruption. There will be more of them easier to find, and the quantity required for getting all passive Atlas points, will be reduced. The developers will also improve visibility these points in the Atlas fog so that players don't waste extra time searching.
In addition, the patch will include: — Simulacra Relief, With rewards will increase — Reducing sharp peaks in complexity in clashes with relics of the Expedition — Simplifying access to high-level content
GGG emphasizes that this is not the entire list of changes, and they will continue to listen to community feedback. All edits will be be implemented based on feedback and internal analytics.
Insiders and a source familiar with the situation told the portal MP1 st that will take place immediately after the announcement shadow release. This means that players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X | S и PC will be able to acquire or launch the game in Game Pass already April 22 in the evening.
Although Bethesda calls the project a "remaster," the scope of the changes indicates a complete rethinking. The game is created on Unreal Engine 5, offers completely redesigned textures, lighting, combat system, NPC behavior and improving the quality of life. In addition, the composition is rumored to include all DLC original version.
File size on PC - 120,94 GB, which is 20 times larger than the classic Oblivion. Such a leap can be easily explained by the scale of the changes, as well as new visual effects that reflect the modern level of graphics.
From April 20 to 28, the next Star Citizen events will start free flights, allowing all those who wish to test the game without restrictions. This time, Cloud Imperium Games decided do not combine the promotion with a new patch, and wait for it to fully stabilize, which should improve the players’ first impression of the project.
To take part in the promotion, you need to register on the official Star Citizen website (the link is in the guides on the developers' website), then go to the news section, click the button TAKE OFF, and on the next page - FLY FOR FREE. After this, access to the client installation will open, the size of which is approximately 130 GB.
The developers strongly recommend do not install the game on HDD, as this can cause serious performance issues. It is also advisable to have a minimum 32 GB of RAM either configured file podkachki at least 30 GB on an SSD drive. Without this, the game may simply not launch or crash when loading a world.
During the event, all participants who press the button FLY FOR FREE, will be issued automatically several ships, including those featured in the official promotional materials, are free to use throughout the week for flying, fighting, trading and exploring.
Such events are held regularly and are a great opportunity to assess the scale and ambitions of one of the most talked about sci-fi projects. Given the high system requirements of Star Citizen, such events also help players understand how their PC will cope with the game before purchasing an access package.
After a series leaks and rumors, which have been dragging on since the beginning of the year, Bethesda has finally confirmed - The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered will officially presented tomorrow, at 18:00 Kyiv time / 17:00 Warsaw time / 16:00 London time / 11:00 New York time / 08:00 Los Angeles time / 00:00 Tokyo time (April 23).
Rumors of a re-release of Bethesda's classic RPG have been circulating since late 2023, with some claiming the release would take place "on the anniversary," while others predicted a surprise release in late spring. However, For the first time, the studio officially confirmed that does a remaster or remake really exist and will be shown within the next 24 hours.
Along with confirming the announcement, Bethesda has yet to reveal the exact release date, but according to insiders, the game may be released immediately after the broadcast, as has happened with other projects of the publisher. One of the most anticipated remasters of recent years will finally receive clarity.
It is expected that in the updated version textures will be improved, lighting has been reworkedand added gameplay improvements. Recently, the network has appeared Comparative screenshots, showing the difference between the 2006 original and the new version - and it's truly impressive.
Fans just have to wait for the stream and find out the main thing: will the remake be available for purchase immediately, or the release will still be postponed to a later date.
