A former developer on massive Elder Scrolls mod project Skyblivion who called its current 2025 release goal “unachievable” has suggested March 2026 as a “fitting” release window for the task of remaking Oblivion in Skyrim‘s engine.
Around the time of the mod’s most recent showcase, ex-Skyblivion level and world designer Dee Keyes put out a tweet accusing its project lead and implementation lead of rushing the mod out the door to meet a 2025 release goal that Keyes dubbed “pointless and unachievable”. The modder also accused the pair of mismanaging the project by not keeping up communication between leads and other developers in terms of key decisions. Keyes’ claims and very public split from the Skyblivion team naturally led to questions being asked of the remaining Skyblivion devs, with the mod’s comms lead telling fans: “Our aim is that it will be by the end of the year, if we as a team decide that it isn’t we will be sure to share that.”
This post highlights some intriguing insights about the Skyblivion project. It’s interesting to see how development timelines can shift, and March 2026 sounds like a promising target. Looking forward to seeing how the project evolves!
how the development timeline has evolved. The ambition to recreate such a beloved game in a new engine is no small feat, and it definitely raises expectations among fans. Hopefully, the team can balance quality with a realistic timeline!
You’re right; the development timeline for Skyblivion has been quite a journey. It’s fascinating to see how the team is balancing ambition with realistic goals, especially given the challenges of using a new engine. This patience could lead to a more polished and immersive experience for fans!
see how the team has remained committed despite the challenges. The dedication of volunteers in such fan-driven projects really highlights the passion within the gaming community. Plus, the improvements in graphics and gameplay mechanics from the original Oblivion will surely make the wait worthwhile!
It’s impressive how dedicated volunteers are, especially considering the complexities involved in a project like Skyblivion. Their passion not only keeps the momentum going but also helps maintain the high standards fans expect. It’s exciting to think about how much this project has evolved over the years!