Fallout Remaster Everyone Anticipates May Be Affected by Leaks
Bruno Pferd 
Key Takeaways
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- Virtuos is rumored to be developing a remaster for Fallout 3, following the successful release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered in 2025.
- Detective Seeds, a trusted insider, has suggested a potential launch window for the Fallout 3 remaster as early as April 2026, following an event related to The Elder Scrolls Online.
- Beyond the Fallout 3 remaster, Microsoft and Bethesda are also pursuing other projects within the Fallout universe, including a possible spin-off from Obsidian and even a potential New Vegas 2.
- These developments for the Fallout franchise, including the highly anticipated Fallout 5, are still speculative and will only be confirmed with time.
Remastered Fallout 3 Release from Virtuos Rumored for April 2026 Following Elder Scrolls Online Event
Following the commercial hit of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, developed by Virtuos and released in 2025 as a ‘shadow drop’ powered by Unreal Engine 5, Virtuos is now reportedly developing a remaster for Fallout 3. The 2025 launch of Oblivion Remastered was notably influenced by Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. While Oblivion Remastered proved to be a commercial success for Virtuos, its release was unfortunately followed by some layoffs at the studio. Given the original Fallout 3’s positive reception upon its 2008 release and the Fallout franchise’s beloved status, a modern remaster from Virtuos is a logical next step in the post-apocalyptic universe. Detective Seeds, a trusted insider known for accurate information, suggested a potential launch window for the Fallout 3 remaster. On their X account, Seeds hinted that the remaster could arrive as early as April 2026, following the conclusion of an event related to The Elder Scrolls Online. Bethesda might indeed release the Fallout 3 remaster around April 2026 if Detective Seeds’ information proves correct, especially as he hinted at it after an event in The Elder Scrolls Online MMO, a franchise closely linked to Fallout.
Remastered Fallout 3 and Beyond: Microsoft and Bethesda’s Upcoming Projects in the Universe
Beyond the Fallout 3 remaster, Microsoft and Bethesda are also pursuing other projects within the Fallout universe. According to Detective Seeds, this includes the highly anticipated Fallout 5, a possible spin-off from Obsidian, and even a potential New Vegas 2. Only time will confirm these developments, according to Seeds.
In Case You Missed It
For all you Fallout enthusiasts out there, especially those who can’t resist a good collectible, be sure to check out Sophie Laurent’s latest piece on the new additions for early adopter collectors. Published just this week on July 26th, she delves into Bethesda’s upcoming projects and introduces two exciting figurines from McFarlane Toys—one featuring an RNC Ranger from Fallout: New Vegas and another showcasing T-60 Assisted Armor. Head over to our site Fallout: Two New Additions for Early Adopter Collectors to learn more about these meticulously detailed collectibles and where you can pre-order them!
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| Official Name | Fallout 3: The Pitt & Fallout 3: Operation Anchorage |
| Brief Summary | undefined |
| Platforms | Xbox 360, PC (Microsoft Windows) |
| Content Rating | M |
| Languages | English, Japanese |
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