Our Next Chapter On Road To Release | SKYBLIVION Development Diary 5

[@PuddleshineMC]

I love so much that this isn't just a copy and paste of the original game into better graphics. You all are genuinely remaking it and I am deeply happy to see it happen.

[@thirdhandlv4231]

Remake, remaster would be what you mentioned first.

[@wantedfreak12]

remake*

[@5226-p1e]

bethesda didn't allow them to do a direct 1 to 1 copy anyway, for legal reasons they had to make everything from scratch, i know some people wanted them to use the in game voices and all, but i feel it will be much better listening to other people either doing their own impressions of the voiced character's or just another version of the same character's.

[@bluenightfury4365]

@@5226-p1e Plus it will allow more voices to be used too! So less samey samey.

[@thedapperdolphin1590]

@@5226-p1eI think they’re more referring to the fact that they actually changed a lot of the designs and environments. The new Ayleid ruins are a big example of this. They all looked the same in Oblivion.

[@moindhali]

The only oblivion remaster I am going to play.

[@siggespaman3491]

its the only one that actually exists😭

[@denissmith7671]

It's a remake :)

[@Prisoner_849]

Same. It looks really amazing being made by a mod team. Just look at Black Mesa another game made by a mod team and is the best Remaster of Half-Life 1.

[@47Jonesy]

I dunno about you, but im going to play the one that EXISTS. you do you tho.

[@tobybll]

@@siggespaman3491 as far as I remember, Bethesda announced they gonna do one too

[@lordhate6388]

Skyblivion coming out in 2025 is the silver lining of me turning 30 next year. Genuinely can't wait to get lost in this game all over again.

[@CrackingCody]

It’ll get delayed yet again or even go the way of other recent canceled mod projects lol.

[@timothywilliams8530]

I’m sorry to hear about your back

[@IIShawBoy2012]

@@CrackingCody love the optimism brother

[@Keyecomposer]

@@CrackingCody It was never delayed in the first place.

[@BlottyWellRite]

Yup I was 34 back in the good old days when the original Oblivion came out. And right away, it seemed, we started the UNIQUE LANDSCAPES.

[@CM-iz5ny]

It's impossible for me to describe how this makes me feel. Oblivion WAS my childhood. Yeah, I played morrowind, but Oblivion was my game. Got me through some tough times. Please keep up the great work.

[@dixienormus8]

if only this didn't look like ass lmao :(( the teaser at the beginning did not look good, especially the snowy buildings and sword clipping thru shield. I think modded oblivion is always going to be a better option. edit: after watching the whole trailer this is just an embarassment. this will never be finished, and is chock full of garbage that no one asked for. todd would have fired half of these people for good reason

[@CM-iz5ny]

​It looks better than skyrim. What drugs are you taking? ​@@dixienormus8

[@CM-iz5ny]

​@dixienormus8 wait.. is this tod? Jealousy is unbecoming man. You'll make a good game again someday.

[@thatsoulsguy3028]

@@dixienormus8it hurts to see people this depressed. Go some help please man there’s no reason to be this hateful. A lot of passion is going into this project and I’m sure it will be an amazing return to the game we all love. It’s also not finished and they’re showing us their progress

[@orang3096]

​@dixienormus8 I really don't agree with you, this isn't a bunch of BGS employees, their resources aren't going to be as good as if they were working at BGS. It's quite rude to dunk on a group of people who have spent years to do this.. for FREE. If you think you'd do any better, go apply and volunteer man. Todd would never hire you anyways, let alone fire you. Let the people who know what they're doing do the work, if you don't like how textures from a 12 year old game look then go play another game.

[@Rebelzize]

Apologies for releasing the video late friends, we ran into alot of issues yesterday as we tried to get the video done and by midnight chose to delay it instead. With our planned 2025 release date we’re showcasing gameplay systems, a part of the world map, a new city, Ayleid dungeons and much more. Thank you for your patience and support. If you can please like the video and leave a comment letting us know what you thought about it or to let us know what you would like to see in the next episode

[@raymonddonovan3297]

7 days ago, rebelzize announced an announcement. Today, we find out that this was actually the announcement of an announcement for an announcement, and today an announcement of this announcement was cued up for the announcement later. Cringe my friends. Cringe.

[@Adamas_83]

I think I speak for many of us when I say: Take all the time you need; we're behind this project 100% and are in awe of what you all have created. Your updates are AAA-studio level productions, and we recognize and appreciate the effort put into everything. Thank you!

[@founderkahtherion9324]

you dont have to be sorry. you and everyone on the team are doing gods work. we cant wait for this to come out and dominate the gaming landscape for years

[@orcho141]

@@raymonddonovan3297 you speaking down to people doing unpaid work in service of fans is actually what is cringe

[@jakethesnake2420]

loved it thank you for bring(ing) back rest to level up, in the next dev dairy would love to see spells and spell crafting, weapon and armor repair. as well as alchemy. great vid

[@SureAITeam]

Enderal creator here. Amazing to see you're getting close to release! All of this project is impressive, but I'm particularly fascinated by how you managed to get those new menus working. You've got some serious talent on board, that's for sure!

[@WrexShepardGrunt]

Game recognise game ! Love u SureAi

[@Rebelzize]

Thanks a lot guys, also with your help! We still use some trees you gave us permission for from your mod

[@Bluescreen_Error]

Omg SureAI here in the Comments.... Enderal is a Masterpiece, played it surely 4 Times! ❤ If you read this... Play Enderal until Skyblivion get released! But get ready to get Heartbroken 😢✌

[@anteep4900]

Haha yes! Skyblivion's developers are real professionals!

[@fidam3980]

Just want to say that Enderal is probably one of the best games I have ever played. The story, I will remember a lifetime.

[@black-bear8781]

Genuinely you guys should keep the band together when this project is over and form a new studio, since Bethesda is not the same we are hungry for more games like Skyrim and you should take that place.

[@grizzlydean5361]

That is an amazing idea, just imagine a game from passionate devs

[@JounLord1]

Seems like some big mod developers including their teams do start their own studios, Crowbar Collective for Black Mesa and Facepunch Studios for Garry's Mod being two examples. There was also the Forgotten City mod for Skyrim that was turned into its own standalone game after the modder behind it created his own studio.

[@Sir_Adam]

People should help make the Wayward Realms a reality.

[@van.deaux.1694]

this team should do fallout new orleans , or they should do some sort of Dungeons and dragons style game , their team is passionate and understands rpg's like no other , the hardest challenge is picking a fantasy universe ripe and flavorful enough to deserve this teams work 😂

[@coatedincrimson6311]

To be fair, it shouldn’t be understated the large hurdle between taking the foundations of an existing game, recreating, then expanding on it and trying to make an RPG from scratch with its own engine, mechanics built from the ground up, story & world built from the ground up, etc. I hope that isn’t taken as me knocking the Skyblivion team, it’s just never as straightforward as you might hope & were they to take the crew and move forward, it might take a while before something akin to Skyblivion being built from the ground up would even be on the table.

[@Lennon212]

This has been the only Bethesda game I’ve been waiting for since 2016. The fact it’s fuelled by community passion alone is all the more impressive.

[@tesrskywind]

Just... Wow. The hard work you guys put into every aspect of your development, from the mod itself, to videos like these, is breathtaking. From one mod team to another - massive, massive round of applause. Can't wait to get our hands on this in 2025! You guys got this! 🔥

[@fosterc1308]

I cant wait for both of your releases 👌

[@Finger112]

You too Skywind! Both of these mods are going to be incredible in the history of Elder Scrolls modding.

[@F1lip3JF]

You guys are also doing a TREMENDOUS job that I can't wait to see more news! Thank you both teams for making these dreams a reality.

[@L08Productions]

I'm more excited for Skyblivion than Skywind, but that's only because I've never played Morrowind. Still, it's going to be nice to be able to play both in a more modern engine!

[@Crawfishness]

We need you guys to merge teams and start working on the project we all TRULY want, Skybliviwind. Where the plots of Oblivion and Morrowind are swapped and violently mashed into each other's countries. It will be horrible, but it must be done.

[@incomingz44]

It's probably not a very important thing for many players, but thank you for bringing back colors to the UI! It feels so cosy now, just like the original.

[@Jarnoh]

The UI is insanely good, like im baffled by how good it looks.

[@Soulmatic25]

This mod could be sold for $200 and I'd still buy it! The sheer amount of passion, attention to detail, and creativity put into this mod is nothing short of astounding and awe-inspiring. I'm so so happy this is coming to fruition within the next year!! Thank you to the whole team of Skyblivion for your dedication and love for this project!

[@van.deaux.1694]

the team deserves money and more, most definitely more opportunities for major fantasy titles.

[@kakashiuzumaki8541]

BY AZURA BY AZURA BY AZURA! It's Skyblivion! I can't believe you're uploading a video here next to me!

[@wantedfreak12]

reading that unlocked a forgotten memory

[@KingJ1397-v8q]

Lol oblivion brings back so many fond memories, memories I could never get with skyrim

[@itcouldbelupus2842]

The ruins being different based on the environment; swamp, sand, ect... Is genius.

[@AlkoPRO11]

Skywind and Skyblivion development diares it just my love❤ Thank you

[@WeesloYT]

Difference is Skyblivion is going to come out. Skywind is a pet project that will never release a playable version.

[@AlkoPRO11]

​@@WeesloYT My favorite games it's Half-Life and Stalker series so long time development normal for me😅

[@Verchiel_]

@@WeesloYT and yet skywind is pretty much 70% of the way done, with most of the locations being almost finished. i get not being super hyped about a fan mod project 10+ years in the making but. Have some faith, considering what's already accomplished and shown off in their latest update.

[@KnightOfFaith]

Why do you hate so hard, they have made consistent progress and what they've done is nothing short of incredible.

[@blyad2137]

@@Verchiel_ It's already ~70% done?

[@ZDY66666]

Possibly the coolest community gaming piece of event and eventually history ever

[@Leonsbane]

I remember that years ago, you didn't believe that bringing back stats would be possible. This project has come so far, I'm so glad to see every bit of progress.

[@Rebelzize]

If the right people join the project anything can happen :D

[@Discipleofmora]

Love the detail of the argonian sitting down without his tail clipping through the floor

[@AaronMaloney-x4l]

Do you plan on making videos for olenveld?

[@sashariBryan]

Good eye .. didn't catch it at first

[@Verchiel_]

you wanna get some argonian tail, don't you i know your kind

[@jaycewxsted]

@@Verchiel_i do

[@naxoxz]

I think they nailed it by sticking to a consistent art style. Some people like old graphics, while others prefer high definition textures, whichever you enjoy the most I think it's vital for a game to "pop" to keep the art consistent among environments, characters, creatures or even the new UI are clear examples of this done right. Whoever is in charge of the art direction or part of the team take a sip of your next coffee with pride.

[@Lucifronz]

Ultimately there will be many mods to supplement this one after it releases, so hopefully if there are any sticking points for people, they can choose a mod that fits their tastes. I'm hoping this mod will not conflict with any body/face mods, because I don't care for the rougher looking NPCs of Skyrim or their rigid stance. They don't quite fit Oblivion and its gentler design. There do appear to be changes, from what I can tell from that brief look at the character creator, and a lot of the NPCs do look better and more fitting than what I've seen in other videos, but I'm sure once it lands there will be mods eventually if not.

[@Stevenkeay8]

The art direction is actually super refreshing, like old warm fantasy, you rarely see it these days.

[@Strike1stCobraKaiTV]

Modders can also always upgrade the textures they're using for Skyblivion

[@williamhess3873]

I have long not paid for mods and enjoyed their free nature. With the release of both Skyblivion and Beyond Skyrim: Cyrodil, I will be donating a full priced game's cash each because the hard work put forth deserves it. I am beyond excited to see my favorite Elder Scrolls game again and to get to further enjoy a full country in Skyrim. Good luck, and I hope release goes smoothly!

[@r0N1n_SD]

Exactly my thoughts ❤

[@thearchlich7273]

I'm a modder and a hobbyst hacker, but I must say, whoever replaced the lockpicking is a fucking wizzard.

[@LiamTheOne]

what does a hobbyst hacker do?

[@ScottMurrayDesign]

@@LiamTheOneright 🤔

[@timmarsden86]

@@LiamTheOne Similar to an ethical hacker I guess, they go around trying to hack into things they find exploitable online.. then they report it to the owner. Some companies offer rewards for that kind of thing so it can be profitable and everyone benefits.

[@CasperFireDepartment]

Same fucking shit when people say "as a mom...." Zero people fucking care you dork.

[@adamuser8246]

@@timmarsden86 please check this game for malware, I never trust mods

[@NovaNox0475]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around how your team is simultaneously preserving AND reimagining Oblivion's spirit with this remake project. Every dev diary leaves me speechless

[@Finger112]

and for free as well.

[@mr.j410]

Ps5?

[@flowerpower003]

Not possible ​@@mr.j410

[@brandonhuber7490]

I got busy with life and stopped gaming. THIS would be the thing to bring me back.

[@joelmaster329]

Yes sir

[@juliannowak5696]

so real

[@TB050]

Can’t agree with you more. This will lure the old gamers, like us

[@HaggisDruid]

Agreed.

[@GlauberLCR]

Definitely! This and Skywind

[@nrg4285]

My God the dramatic music and this narrator got me feeling different, this is going to be amazing

[@emilyricherson8827]

Who is this narrating? I swear I’ve heard his voice before!

[@metaljoemac]

@@emilyricherson8827 Me!

[@genghiskahl4102]

It's that feeling that has been lacking in recent games.

[@Filip-k2h]

The fact that they made such a great a great introduction/trailer/diary makes me feel good about the final result

[@AKABoondock19]

Whoever does the narration for these is really good at what they do

[@metaljoemac]

Thank you!

[@henrycarson3023]

That final line gave me goosebumps

[@Kellethorn]

One thing I'd LOVE to see would be a concept art to gameplay highlight. Basically taking pieces of concept art, and showing sort of a before and after of "where it started" and "where it ended up".

[@Azhdah]

Oh that would be so cool. I love looking at progress pics like that

[@Kellethorn]

@@Azhdah right?? And the skyblivion team has some amazing talent behind them. I'd love to see what their artists, level designers, animators, etc. all have cooked up together.

[@danenewman4227]

I bought oblivion with my first pay check, it was also my first elder scrolls game. Whilst I adore Skyrim, the magic for me was always here. Thank you team for this achievement!

[@Miss_Aralys]

The trailer alone gave me chills, and I had to text my sibling, who basically got me into the TES series. I saw them play Oblivion, but when Skyrim came out, something hit me different, and i got into Oblivion after that. I've lurked around since before, when Kyle went on that first date and asked for us all to wish him luck. I kinda feel like I saw that romance bloom while this project has taken form. Those of us who've been around since the project this long (and haven't complained about ETA) are like a family watching a child grow up. This is a true work of art and love.

[@Fallenscion]

The UI update is incredible. I love the attention you've paid to what is arguably the element I'll see the most on screen in any given game.

[@funky_dude709]

Yesssss! It's so cozy and fits better than the more minimalist Skyrim UI

[@BenKaslana]

Can't wait to play Skyblivion as it was the reason for me purchasing Oblivion and this would be the first thing in my to do list for 2025. 'For the Empire!'

[@JL-pc2eh]

I love that there are ruins overgrown with plants, corroded by sand, ... It makes the world so much more immersive and believable - and it looks beautiful :D

[@jasonkotze4278]

I remember when this was just an idea still floating around the community I love how far its come, Absolutely incredible

[@May1stBurst]

I love that it really looks like oblivion. The art style and the textures are spot on. It doesn't look like a Skyrim mod.

[@LV426Survivor]

It looks like what I thought oblivion looked like when I first played it. Crazy.

[@ahealthkit2745]

@@LV426Survivor IKR? I feel the same, it's crazy.

[@virus6891]

Bethesda needs to give this team serious props for doing what they won't do. Amazing work, can't wait till it drops.

[@NathenArcher]

I a completely understand betheda is just not like they used to be 😊

[@GLsJAwtomatica]

Bethesda should put this team on their payroll and give skyblivion a proper release

[@its_MaGiQ]

after bethesda making starfield they lose themselfs. like poop in pants in audition. after that they say that was a masterplan.

[@Saustin97]

Bethesda is going to drop an oblivion remake

[@BoroMirraCz]

@@GLsJAwtomatica Not just this team. But they should hire the teams behind Skywind, Fallout 4 New Vegas and Fallout 4 Capital Wasteland as well, forming a "Bethesda Classic" studio. Tasked with these remakes at first and later making new DLCs for Skyrim, Fallout 4 and these remakes.

[@Kottery]

That attribute point allocation screen is 10/10. That helps solve a massive issue with Oblivion's leveling.

[@XxCrispyCreamxX]

im going to be absolutely flabbergasted the day i play this as ive been watinting for nearly 10 years for it, but i hope there's an exe that just installs everything and off you go

[@SirBrandan]

By the nine! I can hardly wait for this masterpiece. Good work as always lads

[@SirBrandan]

@@GardenData61371 Filthy Thalmor

[@totalygamingtemplar]

shhhhhh theres thalmor in these comments, just say 8

[@totalygamingtemplar]

@@GardenData61371 as a empire chooser, talos is awesome

[@SirBrandan]

​@@GardenData61371Thalmor supporters spotted. Opinion rejected. WTF IS A SNOW ELF

[@func_random]

The UI was a great point of "concern" for me, fearing it might end up looking just like a re-skin of Skyrims UI elements which I kinda disliked compared to what we had in Oblivion; But you mad man actually went ahead and fully re-imagined Oblivions UI and systems in the probably best way possible, completely eradicating my concerns. Very well done.

[@Lucifronz]

UI seems to be getting worse in Bethesda games. This one is pretty much peak UI design, though I worry it's not considering controller users at all.

[@nikoszervo]

@@LucifronzThis can be easily sovled by enabling a cursor based selection controlled by the joysticks of the controller. In Hogwarts Legacy this work really great, although they should have given the option to change the cursor speed!

[@rinku5005]

Same here

[@SandGentleman]

The Jungle/Snow/Sand Ayleid ruins are such a great idea. And I absolutely love what y'all have done with the UI and leveling up - truly fantasic job!

[@Patrick-y4d1z]

Yeah, I may actually go into a lot more ruins because of this

[@selekcjaosci8124]

Man I've been an huge Oblivion fan since it's release after my dad showed me the game when I was just 8 years old. I passed it through multiple times. Seeing you folks making THIS happen is one of the best gifts we gamers could ever receive. I will certainly put my money into this. Can't wait to see the Shivering Isles!

[@RazielTamriel]

The UI was the only thing I was worried about. Luckily, I can now say that it is absolutely GORGEOUS! Thanks for showing us! Can't wait to see inventory and map :)

[@Resursator]

Wow, the UI looks incredible.

[@magickaddict]

So excited to see a Character Screen. Finally! Also the Class and Custom Class screens are stunning. Such a beautiful design! Thank you Skyblivion team! That was a wonderful developer dairy!

[@cheezitman1307]

holy shit this project looks amazing! i was very active in the elder scrolls community roughly 3 years ago. And i remember hearing about this project but i never ended up checking it out. im now back in my skyrim phase and have had a sort of ”I wanna play oblivion but it really looks way too clunky and old for me” feeling. The fact that this remaster… no, REMAKE looks this good is genuinely jaw dropping, was also incredibly happy to hear that its planned to drop in 2025, thats fucking wild man, you people are insane and i mean that in the best way possible, of course, dont stress out over the release date, if you guys cant finish it in 2025 i think most people will be fine with that, if thats what needed to perfect this project, then it’s okay of course. Either way, as i said you guys are crazy, cant believe you actually took this project on and i also cant believe youre now so far into it, absolute legends man. Also, is there anywhere i can donate to this project? I’m not a modder or anything but i wanna support this project in some way

[@squallion777]

I believe this is going to be the greatest mod ever made, a true remake, cant wait!!

[@Finger112]

Skywind and Beyond Skyrim are the trio of mod projects that will define Skyrim's legacy for this game until ESVI comes out.

[@Erynash]

The fact you pulled off not just the UI, but also lockpicking is nothing short of astonishing. This has never been done. I am very impressed.

[@palmtree5489]

The Lockpicking is Insane. How did they do it?

[@dixienormus8]

the character animations look like outright ass? what happens to my mans arms when he is cutting at the beginning of the trailer... seems like they spent weeks/months working on the character creation UI which worked fine in oblivion and is something that a normal player spends less than 0.1% of the playthru on.... why did we need a new lockpicking UI?????

[@Erynash]

@@dixienormus8 it's a whole new mini game, which we needed because it's been like 15 years since Bethesda introduced the one in Skyrim and FO3. We've had enough of it. As for animations, most of them I imagine will come from vanilla Skyrim, which is why they look the way they do. This, as opposed to lockpicking, you can mod right this second thanks to Verolevi and some other mod authors. Also, this is an oblivion remake, it's only fair they add Oblivion's systems to it, not keep Skyrim ones.

[@dixienormus8]

@@Erynash 😴😴😴😴😴

[@Alexander-c6x2c]

@@Erynash I agree Skyrim Special Edition actually looks more HD than this on next gen consoles.. I don't really get it tbh but at least they're having fun developing it. I'll still try it :D

[@Atkion]

This is actually insane. I was already hyped about this when I thought it was a glorified remaster, but the iterations you've made to the design and landscape bring this to a new level. What a phenomenal labor of love this is going to be.

[@martinbroz2410]

This project and Skywind one are absolutely incredible. I can not even decide which one I look forward to more. Thank you all for the opportunity to relive those awesome times of youth. You are all fantastic people. Good luck with the project.

[@RKGrizz]

I am smiling like an idiot watching the UI and character leveling section. I love this interpretation of the Oblivion systems.

[@Grassdia]

It’s so great to see you guys stay so committed to this project over the years and I’m extremely happy to be one of the people who end up playing this masterpiece.

[@IAmCrusty]

This project gets more and more impressive every time you show it off a bit. Cannot wait to run around and experience it myself!

[@cameronsteel8801]

This hits me with a sense of disbelief so powerful, I have no prior experience to compare it to. I don't understand how you folks have maintained the motivation to work long enough and hard enough to yield this many - this unfathomable number - of jaw-dropping results. Any individual creature model, any single town, any one loading screen like the ones you pictured or any one section of the UI would be enough to amaze me individually. But this... I'm just stunned by the scope of your efforts.

[@SalmonLord14]

I can’t even express how much I love the varied Ayleid ruins. Seeing similar sites swallowed up by time and nature in different ways gives a real sense of discovery, like a fantasy Indiana Jones. It makes finding even a “boring” normal ruin, fully intact, an exciting experience.

[@SimoSisu]

Manly tears being shed watching this marvel. Oblivion was the first game I ever bought with my own money as a kid and has a very special place in my heart. The amount of love and passion you guys put into this project is simply wonderful to witness. Thank you so much for doing this!

[@Discipleofmora]

Absolutely amazing❤ as usual!

[@Sheothedaedra]

Same mora

[@TiberTargaryen]

Love your videos , don't have the time to search up for updates on these modding projects ... thanks

[@pierreboyer9277]

I wonder when we'll be able to play "Beyond Skyblivion : Skyrim"

[@austinclark5278]

You brought back Oblivions lockpicking! This is an absolute win. I was worried you would have kept skyrims lockpicking. This little detail will really help it feel like Oblivion.

[@iso-didact789]

Do you have backflow on your logic circuits?

[@Buttafordays]

they literally said they made a new lockpicking system

[@jaycewxsted]

@@iso-didact789donyou have an issue with being a fkn asshole

[@austinclark5278]

@@Buttafordays Idk it literally looks the same.

[@Joov]

Hell yeah

[@AintNobodyAtAll]

Can you play Skyrim without leaving Anvil?

[@kalziumbones1557]

Wow the quality of not even just the mod itself, but also the update videos is just astounding. The love and effort being put into this truly shows.

[@seamuskane7687]

God, I love all the work they have put into every inch of this mod!

[@SleepySeal121]

My lord, the voice on this man! I’d give anything to have him record audiobooks!

[@metaljoemac]

Thank you! I've done a few audiobooks, including Brigador.

[@SleepySeal121]

@@metaljoemac Yooo, you have?! I’m gonna have to check those out!

[@bijou3000]

I hope I can still steal flowerpots to decorate my porches. "Look for the excessive flowerpots" is still how I find my homes in Burma and Choral.

[@Rebelzize]

We got flowerpots👍🏻

[@TexasGreed]

Put some fun easter eggs to find like the original! We love you! ​@Rebelzize

[@bijou3000]

@@Rebelzize Thank you! 🎃 Throwing a pumpkin on the ground at the foot of this thread, to remind myself I've already been this way.

[@iso-didact789]

@@Rebelzize Disappointed that you remade that abominable oblivion lock system. There's a reason it was replaced in Skyrim.

[@herrakaarme]

Khajiit has flowerpots if you have coin.

[@yancarlos8992]

This is so breathtaking that a few volunteers can come together and make something that looks like this but a company that’s original focus was the elder scrolls and fallout hasn’t touched their offline franchise in what almost feels like a decade

[@ligth3977]

They saw that the community will keep it alive, so they didn't bother much and focused on their Online and newer games.

[@Cceptus]

Nothing but love for this entire development team.

[@NoisieBastrdd]

This is crazy, dude. It blows my mind the commitment, hard work and selfless dedication the modding scene has. Humanity is something special, isn't it?

[@alexbanana3445]

I have never been so excited for a mod in my life. Remastering the game that started my love for the Elder Scrolls in such breath defining detail is a feat to be proud of. Long live the Empire!

[@ItsJustaJetta]

Every huge mod ever: "This is the most ambitious project." Skyblivion: *is actually the most ambitious*

[@LokiOfLegend]

Ambition vs. dedication, it's hardly any effort to come up with ideas, to be "the most ambitious", but it's a rare gem to see the dedication to follow through

[@domtromans2783]

@@LokiOfLegendAnd with such FLAIR! One of the things I most love about Skyblivion is how much they overdeliver. They’ve put so much care and attention into every single element and it shows. ❤

[@zhnigo]

2:41 I assure you dear players, this choice of sound effect was absolutely imperative to convey our vision

[@Typecast-L]

I cannot believe how far this project has come. My word, it looks STUNNING! My sincerest gratitude to everyone involved in this masterpiece in the making. You went above and beyond anything I could ever ask and hope for. And all that as volunteers. 2025 cannot come quick enough if you ask me.

[@web044]

The developers we deserve. This should be an example for other companies, the way you should make your games, make remasters, the way you should treat details and share the values of how players see the world.

[@Angelikatosh]

Can’t WAIT to dive into the reimagined clothing

[@Rebelzize]

We got some fan-fucking-tastic clothing sets so itl be fun to see you review them :D

[@ryanrussell5569]

I’m fiending for this game bro. I’ve got that oblivion itch again! Easily gonna log 100+ hours in this when it’s ready!

[@icywisemanofthenorth4716]

The true testament of the passion of the Elder Scrolls community. Everyone who has worked on this project should be proud of making something so beautiful and filled with passion. It makes me proud to be part of such a community.

[@ludee_]

Damn Used to be so exited watching these with my Girlfriend just dreaming to play this masterpiece, years later it's just me left and still keeping that hope up that I will live to play this. Thanks for everything Skyblivion team you guys are making dreams come through.

[@ArcticKoalaCurry]

The narrator goes hard asf. Incredible work, if i was a better 3D artist I would've gladly signed up!

[@metaljoemac]

Thank you!

[@Roboclope001]

Man ! You all make an old dream come true. Cheers from France. Amazing ! Edit : LOTR Lothlorien feelings with the ayleid's choice of music. Really nice.

[@jjforcebreaker]

We are going to be so back.

[@wack...]

maybe a little less internet for you

[@Rsslone]

Man, the ending was so hype inducing, and it got really dusty in my room and I started to tear up. From the dust obviously. This mans voice work was perfect for this.

[@metaljoemac]

Thanks!

[@Rauzwel]

I was a little worried during your dev streams and other updates in the past, but it's beginning to look more like Oblivion than just Oblivion inside Skyrim.

[@drlca6601]

don't doubt this project... it may be taking forever, but it's also the most ambitious mod endeavour ever undertaken to the best of my knowledge. God bless this team and all modders whose passion is only rivalled by their artistry!

[@OldSchoolDudeGaming]

@@drlca6601 Look up Fallout London. It comes out this year. It's very similar in scope except they're making a bunch of new assets and it's its own game.

[@jogey7603]

You know, there is something to be said for regular updates. It feels good to know you all are working so diligently on this incredible project and that it’s not some mystical secret you’ve worked the past 13 years to keep under wraps. Developers like Bethesda, don’t necessarily owe their customers this sort of transparency but I think it would go a long way if they provided it. Keep doing you what you do! You already have my money and I’m stoked to play this when it’s released.

[@KypDelsion]

Gotta say, you all are legends. The amount of work you all have been putting into this passion project, there are no words to describe it properly. And since you asked, possibly having Kvatch rebuilt after the oblivion crisis has ended would be nice. Giving the player something else to do maybe. I know there is a map of Kvatch in the original game. I believe it was in the same room where you find the count's body.

[@Noemys3]

I love the mixing of the Oblivion leveling system with the Skyrim perk system, taking the best part of both those systems and combining them. It also keeps the roleplaying fresh and I don't have to worry about the "Efficient Leveling" and whatnot in Oblivion.

[@ericgarcia5706]

It’s crazy to think there’s going to be a lot of people experiencing oblivion for the first time through skyblivion

[@yes_man212]

Currently playing oblivion right now on my series x and honestly I hope skyblivion is as good as

[@ericgarcia5706]

@@yes_man212 I’ve been considering doing the same on my series s but I’m in my fallout phase again after the tv show 😅

[@collisw8302]

I'd kill to experience Oblivion for the first time again. Life changing stuff.

[@SecretMarsupial]

Amazing to think more people are enthused by it than the prospect of ES6 at this point

[@yes_man212]

@@collisw8302 I’m experiencing it for the first time at the ripe age of 21 lmfao, dated but fun nonetheless

[@David-lp3qz]

The music and the voice acting is beautiful

[@darthkahn45]

As always, thankyou SO much to each and every person who is working and has worked on this. Can't tell you how exciting this is and you all deserve your props.

[@JNCaboose]

This honors Oblivion so well. I thought this might just be about turning Skyrim into Oblivion, but this is bringing EVERYTHING I loved about Oblivion to a modern age. Thank you guys so much for this, and good luck with the rest of your development.

[@metaljoemac]

Fantastic work again Kyle, and to Heavy Burns, SgtGimlinho and everyone else involved in making this all possible!

[@smutjesmooth]

This looks so good. Next Year i get 44 Years young and look forward to enjoy this Masterpiece again. Thx for your work. 😍🤗✌️💖

[@SaintSullys]

Literally more hyped for this than any other game the past 5 years. Well done to all the team members

[@Rynn21]

So proud of you all

[@44Darkin]

Been following y'all's progress for years. Might be my first comment on any of your content though. Just wanted to say that your work is so exciting, and there's bound to be thousands of us sitting back in the shadows quietly but anxiously awaiting the release. New dev diaries might just be my favorite thing to have pop up on my KZbin feed. So many fun things in this video, but I'll pick one and say that the Ayleid ruins that change based on the climate is such a nice touch by the team. I love that attention to detail!

[@minkalampinen9519]

That interface alone is a huge improvement! Great work!

[@TheMone22]

It looks amazing and one can tell a lot of hard work went into it.... Best of luck to you guys! 👏

[@tylerthere5832]

I'm a simple man. When I see Skyblivion, I ❤, then I watch 4 times consecutively and then I sleep till the next upload.

[@peterlewis2178]

But how do you know when to wake up?

[@tylerthere5832]

@@peterlewis2178 this is a dilemma I'm still trying to solve

[@cremdilly7176]

At this point, wake me up when it's out. I'm tired of watching games be developed for a decade and expect me to be hype for that long.

[@peterlewis2178]

@@cremdilly7176 They don't expect you to be hyped for that long. That's entirely up to you. They're just sharing their development progress, if you're the kind of person who finds that interesting and exciting, cool, if not, then that's fine too.

[@chrish.1591]

As always a great update along the road! I really like the new look of the menu and the heart you guys put in details. As also can be seen in Chorol. I'd love to see the city of Skingrad in the next diary. Skingrad has always been my favorite city.

[@MajoraEXP]

Im super excited for this. Looks great!! Thanks to everyone smart enough to make this actually happen!

[@Sakalah]

Ignore that rude dude. They have been trying to rage-bait for a while now.

[@vaguereferencing9561]

Loved the update. More and more excited as always. I did however really enjoy the %-done section of previous diaries though, and wish that we could have seen that as well. If there is another part coming soon to showcase quests as you mentioned in the premier chat, is there any way it could be added as a visual aid in completion? Thank you all so much for your continued efforts.

[@Amodernvikingr]

All of these brave souls deserve so much respect, for doing this. And NOT hate!

[@Guzioo]

The amount of detail,professionalism and work for your diary videos is absolutely beautiful! Your hard work will be appreciated!

[@alexb5466]

I have to say, one of the most exciting aspects of this is the editable perk system. Not just because I care about other modders being able to add perks specifically, but it shows that with every change the Skyblivion team makes they are keeping this as open as they can for other modders to tweak and tinker. They are actively developing in a way that makes it easy for others to develop for. That hypes me more than the rest of this (very impressive) dev diary combined.