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Bethesda Embraces Skyblivion Mod with Praise and Oblivion Remastered Keys

The studio supports the fan project by gifting keys, showcasing footage, and commending its contribution to preserving gaming history.

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Overview

  • Bethesda provided the Skyblivion development team with free keys for Oblivion Remastered and confirmed no plans to shut down the mod.
  • Art and development lead Dan Lee publicly praised Skyblivion as 'very special' in a May 1 developer spotlight video.
  • The developer spotlight also featured gameplay footage from Skyblivion, further highlighting Bethesda's endorsement of the fan project.
  • Skyblivion, a volunteer-driven effort to rebuild Oblivion in Skyrim’s engine, remains on track for a 2025 release with plans for ongoing updates post-launch.
  • Bethesda’s collaborative approach reflects a broader industry trend toward supporting fan-led preservation and modding efforts.