The Oblivion remake is indeed happening, and details about it will be disclosed shortly.

      Bethesda has officially confirmed that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake is indeed happening, and the studio will host a livestream tomorrow morning at 11 AM ET (8 AM PT) to share more information with players. This long-speculated remaster has been one of the best-kept secrets in the gaming world, making Bethesda's announcement both expected and a delightful surprise.

      The announcement was made through Bethesda’s social media channels, which featured an image of a helmeted warrior accompanied by the Roman numeral “IV”. The excitement is palpable, as clicking the YouTube link leads to a video titled, “All will be revealed…” The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, which came before Skyrim, took players to Cyrodil and closely intertwined its lore with the storyline of the following game.

      At the moment, nearly 12,000 viewers are awaiting the livestream to commence. With the description indicating that “all” will be disclosed, it is hoped that this includes a release window. It is anticipated that the stream will cover gameplay aspects, showcase enhancements over the original 2006 version, and much more. If fortune favors us, Bethesda might even surprise viewers by launching the game at the stream's conclusion.

      This wouldn’t be overly shocking. There have been rumors suggesting that Bethesda may quietly release the game without much fanfare, and just last week, images of the remake leaked from the developer's website, shortly before the Xbox Support Account's automated response confirmed the remaster's existence.

      There is currently no information about pricing or availability, but it is expected that the Oblivion remaster will be available as a day one title on GamePass. Additionally, some Steam users have reported that it has appeared in their libraries, strengthening the possibility that it may be released tomorrow following the stream.

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      Xbox and Bethesda’s Developer_Direct: How to View and What to Anticipate

      Microsoft has confirmed the rumors that it will host a game showcase later this month. Named Developer_Direct, this livestream is scheduled for later today and will feature updates on Xbox Game Studios and Bethesda titles that are set to launch in the coming months, such as Redfall. Xbox usually doesn’t conduct many game showcases outside major events like E3, making this Developer_Direct Microsoft's version of the Nintendo Direct or State of Play format. However, it has been noted that this event will have a more relaxed pace compared to traditional Nintendo or PlayStation showcases. For those interested in watching the live event today, here’s how to catch Xbox's Developer_Direct Showcase and what to expect from games like Redfall, Forza Motorsport, Minecraft Legends, and The Elder Scrolls Online.

      When is Xbox and Bethesda's Developer_Direct?

      The first-ever Developer_Direct from Xbox Game Studios and Bethesda will be streamed live and free today, January 25, at 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT.

      How to watch Xbox and Bethesda's Developer_Direct

      The Developer_Direct showcase will officially be livestreamed by Bethesda and Microsoft on four platforms:

      ZeniMax Media Quality Assurance Testers Vote to Unionize

      According to a report by The New York Times, over 300 quality assurance testers at Microsoft-owned ZeniMax Media are in the process of voting on whether they should establish a union. ZeniMax Media is the parent organization for developers such as Bethesda Game Studios and Arkane Studios, which are working on some of Xbox's most significant upcoming first-party exclusives like Starfield and Redfall. Specifically, Axios' Stephen Totilo confirmed that the following studios are taking part in this union vote:

      Need for Speed Unbound Officially Announced – Launching Soon

      Publisher Electronic Arts has announced Need for Speed Unbound, the next installment in the iconic racing game series. Need for Speed Unbound is set to release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on December 2, 2022. This game had leaked a few days before EA's formal announcement.