The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind

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  1. kENNETHsWANSON
    Oct 4, 2009
    9
    i AM WRITING THIS REVIEW IN OCT 2009. THIS WAS ONE OF MY ALL TIME FAVEORIT GAMES.THE GRAPHICS ARE A BIT DATED BY NOW BUT THE GAMEPLAY IS STILL THE BEST.ANY CURRENT PC CAN NOW PLAY THIS GAME FLAWLESSLY AT IT HIGHEST SETTINGS.BUT I WANT TO EMPHASIZE IT IS THE GAMEPLAY AND IMMENSE SIZE AND REPLAYABILTY THAT MAKES THIS A GREAT GAME,ALSO DOES NOT HURT THAT IT CAN NOW BE AQUIRED FOR A BARGAIN PRICE
  2. snowshreder
    Jul 5, 2011
    10
    I have to be honest here this game from what i can barely remember( High Times) was just awesome it sucked you right in best Action RPG of its time huge World, Great mechanics, Story that you could follow or disregard and wreak havoc on anything that moves.
  3. LB1900
    Apr 10, 2011
    9
    Alright, this game is old and was my first "real" game when I played it back on the xbox. However, get it for PC because thats where it shines. You need mods for this thing now and its what makes the game unique. The Elder Scrolls games are brilliant.

    I've got this game installed now and there are still mods being made for it. I recommend checking TesNexus for mods, the obvious    Alright, this game is old and was my first "real" game when I played it back on the xbox. However, get it for PC because thats where it shines. You need mods for this thing now and its what makes the game unique. The Elder Scrolls games are brilliant.

    I've got this game installed now and there are still mods being made for it. I recommend checking TesNexus for mods, the obvious requirements are a few graphics mods (try Qarl's if you can run it, it will make the game look near modern) and a combat mod (the combat was outdated...). If you can get past those nicks, you get into a very deep world where you can be whatever you want to be. I can't recommend this highly enough. It's also got a very nice nostalgia factor. You can get it for pc with the expansions for 20 bucks tops. The fact that its still be offered in stores is a testament to its longevity and underscores a brilliant game. Morrowind has been hailed as one of the best PC games ever made for its open ended approach and great story and environment. Grab it, some mods, a bottle of sujamma, and say goodbye to your friends for a while.    … Expand
  4. obscurus166
    Mar 16, 2011
    9
    I bought Morrowind in 2003. I played it for about a year. My then-girlfriend's computer went the way of all things and all my significant progress was lost. Then, last year, I re-installed the game and got lost in Vvardenfell once more. The graphics are old and dated now, but when first released, it looked fantastic. The environments are rich and varied. The characters are -- mostlyI bought Morrowind in 2003. I played it for about a year. My then-girlfriend's computer went the way of all things and all my significant progress was lost. Then, last year, I re-installed the game and got lost in Vvardenfell once more. The graphics are old and dated now, but when first released, it looked fantastic. The environments are rich and varied. The characters are -- mostly -- well written and there are flashes of quirky humour (at one point, I was accompanied by a near-naked barbarian whose clothes had been stolen by a "witch." After the initial conversation, initiating dialogue produced the response, "Chilly today, isn't it?"). There are so many paths and alliegances to choose from in the game that no gamer will have the same experience as another. Magic and crafting feel genuine and personal: there is the opportunity to create spells with several different effects, with whatever name you choose. Ditto potions. Ditto magical weapons. Even the clothes and armour options are interestingly individualised: you can wear clothes under your armour, and a robe over the top, if you're so inclined. How many other games offer that level of character customisation? Levelling up makes sense: skills improve the more you use them, rather than experience points being arbitrarily assigned for finishing quests or killing enemies. Morrowind is, without question, the most immersive game I've played. It's not perfect: combat is frustrating, because blocking is taken entirely out of the hands of the player. There are a few bugs, but a devoted modding community has fixed a good deal of them. The down-sides are few compared to the positives. I played Oblivion and I enjoyed it. But I didn't love it. Not like Morrowind.… Expand
  5. mindguru
    May 1, 2011
    9
    This is the game that defined what the free-roaming Action RPG genre would be for the future. With over 500+ hours of gameplay, tons of lore and back story, and uncountable captivating quest lines, you truly feel like you were a force to be reckoned with. The elephants in the room, though, are the combat system and the plethora of glitches that would send you crashing to the desktop.This is the game that defined what the free-roaming Action RPG genre would be for the future. With over 500+ hours of gameplay, tons of lore and back story, and uncountable captivating quest lines, you truly feel like you were a force to be reckoned with. The elephants in the room, though, are the combat system and the plethora of glitches that would send you crashing to the desktop. Leveling is almost a chore, as casting spells or jumping up and down for hours is sometimes the only way to advance a skill. The glitches are a real problem, as well, especially if you just complete that super-hard quest just to crash and burn. Despite these setbacks, though, Morrowind is a classic of the action RPG genre, and should be played by everyone who loved Oblivion or Fallout 3. This is where it all began, and this is where story and scale were appropriate to this type of game!… Expand
  6. Nostalgium
    Jun 15, 2011
    9
    This game is really amazing. There is a lot you can explore.I do have to note somehow, that the landscapes can sometimes be quite boring, If you're into free-roaming.There were points in the game where you did one thing wrong, but you don't get to know about that until you get to hear a person talk about it, basically forcing you to open another save game from a time before, or failing theThis game is really amazing. There is a lot you can explore.I do have to note somehow, that the landscapes can sometimes be quite boring, If you're into free-roaming.There were points in the game where you did one thing wrong, but you don't get to know about that until you get to hear a person talk about it, basically forcing you to open another save game from a time before, or failing the main quest.There is a lot of interaction though, with all kinds things.… Expand
  7. Necrotaur
    Nov 11, 2012
    9
    When I first played Morrowind, I knew I had something special. The unique setting, massive world, diverse quests, skills, epic music, storyline and moddability turned me on to the Elder Scrolls series. Even in 2012 it's still worth a look, and does certain things better than the later games. The only complaints I can really level at Morrowind are that the quest directions are sometimesWhen I first played Morrowind, I knew I had something special. The unique setting, massive world, diverse quests, skills, epic music, storyline and moddability turned me on to the Elder Scrolls series. Even in 2012 it's still worth a look, and does certain things better than the later games. The only complaints I can really level at Morrowind are that the quest directions are sometimes vague (the infamous Balmora fighter's guild quest comes to mind) and dice-based combat in an FPS/RPG is a little wonky. Anyway, if you haven't played this yet, go and pick it up right away.… Expand
  8. LA_DOTTORE
    Aug 21, 2011
    9
    Say The Elder Scrolls to any serious RPG fan and he'll know what you mean! Morrowind! It's a vast game filled with 100's of dungeons to explore and having over 100 hours+ gameplay! The game is ridiculously long and the two DLC's, Tribunal and Bloodmoon add 80 hours+ each! It is a fantasy game that revolutionized RPG games and will never be forgotten! It immerses you like no other game everSay The Elder Scrolls to any serious RPG fan and he'll know what you mean! Morrowind! It's a vast game filled with 100's of dungeons to explore and having over 100 hours+ gameplay! The game is ridiculously long and the two DLC's, Tribunal and Bloodmoon add 80 hours+ each! It is a fantasy game that revolutionized RPG games and will never be forgotten! It immerses you like no other game ever could surprisingly fits into a 1 gigabyte download on Steam which adds to the awesome! The soundtrack fits the mood and what more can I say! It' almost perfect! Yes... Almost! When you first start the game combat is almost impossible to use as your character started off a noob (as he should) but your attack chance was so lo that even if your weapon hit your enemy it would probably still count as a miss and leveling up is a pain too as it takes so long!… Expand
  9. luke32113
    Jan 28, 2012
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me start with the good. This game is amazing. It will grab you and pull you in like no other RPG. However, there are some bugs that make it fall short of being perfect.
    The Thieve's Guild is interesting. It is similar to the Thieve's Guild questline in Skyrim with the Nightingales. In my opinion it is actually better than Skyrim's Thieve's Guild thanks to its Robin Hood-ish feel, much like Oblivion.
    The Fighter's Guild is pretty standard, not much to see there.
    The Mage's Guild is pretty boring, but it gets kinda funny thanks to its... enigmatic leader.
    This game rewards exploration with unique artifacts, cool dungeons, and interesting quests. One of the most interesting quests you'll find early on is a finding a Nord in his underwear standing on the side of the road, who asks you to find a witch who stole his stuff.
    The best parts of this game, by far, are its people and its main quest. The main quest in this game is the best one I've ever played in an Elder Scrolls game. It is similar to Skyrim's Dovahkiin, but the difference is that in Morrowind, you get to become the Nerevarine. You don't just get born as it. You earn it through trial after trial, gaining the respect of the three political parties, or "houses", and the Ashlander tribes, the native Dunmer. You go and get important artifacts, which you use to destroy the source of the main villain's power, as well as the power of the so-called "gods" that are worshiped by the Tribunal Temple. There are so many forces at work, trying to sway you to join their side. The best part about the main quest is that each mission really has a purpose to help your cause.
    Overall, Morrowind is my favorite of the Elder Scrolls games, followed by Skyrim, with Oblivion in last.    … Expand
  10. Corwin
    Mar 1, 2012
    10
    Hands down, the best open-world RPG to date. A huge world with many hidden secrets to explore. The side quests can keep you entertained for hours, and there are several factions that you can join and rise through the ranks. You have absolute freedom in building your character and progressing through the game. It's possible to put in hundreds of hours of gameplay without even touching theHands down, the best open-world RPG to date. A huge world with many hidden secrets to explore. The side quests can keep you entertained for hours, and there are several factions that you can join and rise through the ranks. You have absolute freedom in building your character and progressing through the game. It's possible to put in hundreds of hours of gameplay without even touching the main quest line. There are mods that make the game even better. Definitely superior to Oblivion; can't say anything about Skyrim, as I haven't played it yet.… Expand
  11. Necromus
    Aug 31, 2012
    9
    Prior to purchasing Elderscrolls III: Morrowind, Elderscrolls II: Daggerfall had been my favourite game of all time. Although the graphics in Morrowind were much better than Daggerfall (Morrowind was released 6 years after Daggerfall) the game's dungeons and world seemed small in comparison with Daggerfall. Also, the game seemed to be tuned to be too easy. It was really hard to be killedPrior to purchasing Elderscrolls III: Morrowind, Elderscrolls II: Daggerfall had been my favourite game of all time. Although the graphics in Morrowind were much better than Daggerfall (Morrowind was released 6 years after Daggerfall) the game's dungeons and world seemed small in comparison with Daggerfall. Also, the game seemed to be tuned to be too easy. It was really hard to be killed in this game. The character creation was not completely open, unlike Daggerfall you could not create your own custom class with specs and abilities. This game was released on console too if I remember right so it probably had to be smaller to fit the console system. But overall this was a good game. I also don't remember encountering any bugs in this game which was a good improvement over Daggerfall (the buggiest game I've ever played).

    Elderscrolls III: Morrowind was a good game, it's only real failing was to be small in comparison to its predecessor, Elderscrolls II: Daggerfall. I will give it a 9/10.    … Expand
  12. RoyBatty444
    Mar 29, 2013
    10
    THE FIRST GAME of mine and one of the best with tons and tons of content where you can get lost. Moja prvá hra a jedna z najlepších. Hodiny a hodiny zábavy, v ktorej sa môžete stratiť.
  13. Doniazade
    Apr 22, 2019
    10
    One of the absolute best RPGs ever. The mechanics have not aged gracefully, but the exploration and worldbuilding are still top-notch.
  14. whitespider999
    Feb 17, 2012
    8
    Morrowind was my first elder scrolls game. It was the first time I was truly immersed in a game world. Do I let nostalgia dictate everything? No. While morrowind is still an incredible masterpiece of a game that I have invested hundreds and hundreds of hours in. I have actually enjoyed and apprciated each elder scrolls game more than the next. I know.. This is not the popular opinion amongMorrowind was my first elder scrolls game. It was the first time I was truly immersed in a game world. Do I let nostalgia dictate everything? No. While morrowind is still an incredible masterpiece of a game that I have invested hundreds and hundreds of hours in. I have actually enjoyed and apprciated each elder scrolls game more than the next. I know.. This is not the popular opinion among morrowind fans of which I am among. However it's the truth. Morrowind (naturally) has hundreds and even thousands of features which have aged poorly. And while it's world is the most inspired in many ways - It's still an open world rpg with everything that implies - gameplay, sound, combat, depth, and systems of immersion. There are a lot of things morrowind still does in a way i WISH latter elder scrolls games did. However when I play morrowind, it's just not the 10/10 "best game I have ever played" that it once was. And I refuse to let nostalgia say otherwise. I still return to morrowind every now and then, and love it to bits.… Expand
  15. SlickRick
    Mar 6, 2012
    8
    I have about 40 hours into this game, and here's what I can say: The game is filled with lore, beauty, HUGE towns with so much lore and interesting characters and places to go. Dungeons are great. The only thing that throws me off about this game is the combat.... I just can't play it as badly as I would love to... It totally ruins the game for me. If only there were a combat mod to makeI have about 40 hours into this game, and here's what I can say: The game is filled with lore, beauty, HUGE towns with so much lore and interesting characters and places to go. Dungeons are great. The only thing that throws me off about this game is the combat.... I just can't play it as badly as I would love to... It totally ruins the game for me. If only there were a combat mod to make it similar to Obliv/Skyrims....… Expand
  16. Craig_Hoberman
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    Morrowind is the most deserving of cult classic status of any RPG. If you can get past the first couple hours, get the overhaul mod and don't need to sophisticated of a combat system, this game opens up and becomes the most incredible adventure ever realized in an RPG. I played this after Oblivion and Skyrim, and even in it's own dated world, it is far superior to the two proceeding ElderMorrowind is the most deserving of cult classic status of any RPG. If you can get past the first couple hours, get the overhaul mod and don't need to sophisticated of a combat system, this game opens up and becomes the most incredible adventure ever realized in an RPG. I played this after Oblivion and Skyrim, and even in it's own dated world, it is far superior to the two proceeding Elder Scrolls titles. Oblivion is notorious among ES fans for being an extremely oversimplified, bland version of it's predecessor. Skyrim, while improving on everything that made Oblivion awful (level scaling, bland environments, lack of depth in culture, terrible writing) still proved to be mindless as an RPG. Morrowind doesn't hold your hand. It's a real adventure. No quest markers, level scaling or limits in what you can do. It's engine lacks, but the world doesn't. Bethesda may be on stupid pills nowadays (hated Oblivion and FO3, Skyrim was dumbed down but still very fun) but Morrowind is a brilliant magnum opus. Actual imaginative quests, beautifully written lore and stories, amazing depth in the politics of it's world(there is so much depth and detail in the culture and politics of Morrowind's world it's frightening) and a series high Houses, Clans and guilds to join come together to make an experience that makes every other Elder Scrolls title look like a dud. I don't have any nostalgia for this game. I played Skyrim BEFORE Morrowind, but went back based on the huge following it had. I loved Skyrim when I first started playing but over the few months I played it, I began to develop a craving for more cryptic, old school RPGS. I went back to Morrowind and gave it some time. Once I saw what this game really was, I was hooked. It's fantastically written, the atmosphere and world design are incredible and make me laugh at how mediocre every Bethesda title has been since in that regard. Morrowind is beautifully composed, beautifully written, beautifully deep and has the most unique and ominous landscape possible to explore in any RPG. Ignore the combat (every ES game has swing at air combat, dont complain about the combat in this if youre a fan of the other games) and give it time. Once you get some decent loot and begin to crack into the depth of Morrowind's guild structure, world and well realized politics, you will understand why most ES fanboys still hold this title close to them as the best. it is. It's better than Oblivion by a long shot. It's better than Skyrim. Better than Arena, and prolly Daggerfall. Morrowind combines cryptic RPG playstyle and hardcore role playing roots with an incredibly detailed world. Morrowind has in atmosphere, personality and character what Oblivion and Skyrim fail to deliver. Morrowind walks with a limp, but has a heart of gold. A pleasure to experience, and if you have patience, the World of Morrowind offers an amount of depth and role playing brilliance that makes it impossible not to come back to. I may be rambling now but for any old school CRPG fan who has played Oblivion or Skyrim and laughed at it's simplicity and mind numbing dumbness, or for any already ES fan who wants to visit a world far more complex and mystical than any other ES title, get the MGS3.0 Morrowind Overhaul and start playing the game. To some it's boring and inaccessible, but get past it's technical shortcomings, and dive into what is perhaps the most unique and jaw dropping game world ever put together. RPGS are getting dumber. They treat gamers like morons. Play Morrowind. It's the closest you can get to a real adventure.… Expand
  17. fedak
    Nov 23, 2012
    10
    Morrowind is one of my top (if not *the* top) favorite games of all time and I enjoyed it far far more than I did Oblivion. I had wanted to check out the new Sound and Graphics Overhaul and I opened my Steam account because I couldn't find any other retail shop that still had the game in stock.

    This was my 3rd or 4th playthrough of the game and along with the Overhaul Mod I used the
  18. RadKatz
    Dec 17, 2012
    10
    This was and has remained my favorite Elder Scrolls game to date. Please ignore all the chuckle heads who say this game is "too big for itself" or has "no direction". This game came out when a free roaming RPG was exactly that. Just because the game doesn't hold your hand and lead you around every corner with a motherly kiss on the forehead doesn't mean the game deserves a lesser score.This was and has remained my favorite Elder Scrolls game to date. Please ignore all the chuckle heads who say this game is "too big for itself" or has "no direction". This game came out when a free roaming RPG was exactly that. Just because the game doesn't hold your hand and lead you around every corner with a motherly kiss on the forehead doesn't mean the game deserves a lesser score. This game is worth whatever you can get it for. And now through the magic of mods you can have a much more stable experience. All the same, save often.… Expand
  19. Frioniel
    Jun 6, 2013
    10
    Ah Morrowind, also known as The Elder Scrolls III:Not dumbed down. This is a deep game. There's a lot of elements and planning and thinking involved, if you want to do well and know what's going on you'll have to pay attention. If you can manage to do that your reward is a huge incredibly unique and beautiful (though admittedly dated looking) world to explore. This is a Wrpg for theAh Morrowind, also known as The Elder Scrolls III:Not dumbed down. This is a deep game. There's a lot of elements and planning and thinking involved, if you want to do well and know what's going on you'll have to pay attention. If you can manage to do that your reward is a huge incredibly unique and beautiful (though admittedly dated looking) world to explore. This is a Wrpg for the hardcore, it almost feels like a cross between W and Jrpgs. It's good great story and a great villain, it's soundtrack is average but at the very least mood setting. And any flaw you have with the game can be modded out on the PC version (the best version), from modernizing the outdated combat to making the game look better than Oblivion. Get it if you dare… Expand
  20. Mistress-Rarity
    Dec 24, 2012
    10
    The Elder Scrolls series has always been known for its size, depth and story and Morrowind is no stranger to this. While not as large as Daggerfall, Morrowind makes up for it by having an engaging and deep story that keeps you entertained long after it has ended. Morrowind puts you in the roll of a Prisoner as they reach Seyda Neen and attempt to start their new life. You are given a blankThe Elder Scrolls series has always been known for its size, depth and story and Morrowind is no stranger to this. While not as large as Daggerfall, Morrowind makes up for it by having an engaging and deep story that keeps you entertained long after it has ended. Morrowind puts you in the roll of a Prisoner as they reach Seyda Neen and attempt to start their new life. You are given a blank slate; a way to reforge your new life whether it's a murderous assassin or honorable paladin, the only limited parts to Morrowind is your imagination. Morrowind isn't like typical RPGs where you pick a role and are limited based on that role (Fighter, Cleric, etc). Morrowind allows you the freedom to be whatever you wish. During is time, Morrowind pushed even the most powerful hardware and to this day looks alien and mysterious. Morrowind continues to live on through the efforts of talented modders and fans alike. It is my opinion that Morrowind catches all magic and depth of every Elder Scrolls title and is the best Elder Scrolls title yet.… Expand
  21. HenryCase
    Dec 25, 2012
    10
    So far the best of all Elderscrolls titles. Skyrim: best engine; Oblivion: bad design, level scaling; Morrowind: best music, world and atmosphere. This game is so beautiful and rich. Simply one of the best RPGs ever made, if not the best. Play it as fully dedicated mage to gather it's full potential.
  22. Jaz
    Feb 24, 2013
    10
    The best Elder Scroll game. One of the best RPGs. It had both a huge, immersing (and unique) world to explore and a great story. Set the standards far too high for the other games of the series. PS Very, very few bugs too, especially compared to Daggerfall!!
  23. CodyPatrick
    Apr 10, 2013
    10
  24. Sea69
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    A must play game for every RPG fan and the best elder scrolls game that been made. So if you're ok with outdated graphics (and even if you are a graphic wh*re MGE and countless mods are here for you) go and grab this one. DO IT!
  25. highkingnm
    May 31, 2013
    10
    A fantastic game. Gameplay is a lit bit unusual for a modern gamer but I acclimatized quickly and found it liberating that there was no fast travel as it encourages one to explore the world. Brilliant world design and the story is fantastically told giving room for multiple endings if you choose, or even to avoid it if it doesn't interest you. The Bloodmoon and Tribunal add-ons are good,A fantastic game. Gameplay is a lit bit unusual for a modern gamer but I acclimatized quickly and found it liberating that there was no fast travel as it encourages one to explore the world. Brilliant world design and the story is fantastically told giving room for multiple endings if you choose, or even to avoid it if it doesn't interest you. The Bloodmoon and Tribunal add-ons are good, Bloodmoon in particular. On the whole excellent a must buy.… Expand
  26. kingdomofomins
    Jun 30, 2013
    10
    This is what a skyrim fanboy will say to this game: ewww the graphics look like barf, you cant fast travel, and blah blah blah. This is what il say to this game the best rpg that ever existed so what if you can fast travel in the game my friend owns far cry 3 and he never fast traveled and I have played 70+ plus hours of this game without fast traveling and graphics well at least they'reThis is what a skyrim fanboy will say to this game: ewww the graphics look like barf, you cant fast travel, and blah blah blah. This is what il say to this game the best rpg that ever existed so what if you can fast travel in the game my friend owns far cry 3 and he never fast traveled and I have played 70+ plus hours of this game without fast traveling and graphics well at least they're better then today's graphics cough cod. dont worry about those negative reviews they're just skyrim fanboys whining about how awesome this game is compared to skyrim
    Definitely worth your money and its definitely the best old school game i have played besides conker's bad fur day, quake, and zelda games    … Expand
  27. Osmium
    Jul 30, 2013
    10
    For me, to this day, still the best RPG ever made. The world, the lore, the atmosphere, the characters, the surroundings are just fantastic. The storytelling may be so-so, but this does not really matter when you have such a stunning world to explore. Even the excellent sequels are no match, Morrowind is far better when it comes to variation in the environment, the tasks and quests, andFor me, to this day, still the best RPG ever made. The world, the lore, the atmosphere, the characters, the surroundings are just fantastic. The storytelling may be so-so, but this does not really matter when you have such a stunning world to explore. Even the excellent sequels are no match, Morrowind is far better when it comes to variation in the environment, the tasks and quests, and deserves to be called, by many players, the best part of the Elder Scrolls series.… Expand
  28. Cloud73
    Aug 15, 2013
    9
    This game is absolutely adored by users, and there's a good reason for it.

    You'll have to invest your time in learning how the game operates, and in reading a lot of what characters have to say, both implicitly and explicitly. You'll have to spend a lot of time trying to mitigate your travel time. The combat may actually be one of the worst systems to have ever been used for a    This game is absolutely adored by users, and there's a good reason for it.

    You'll have to invest your time in learning how the game operates, and in reading a lot of what characters have to say, both implicitly and explicitly. You'll have to spend a lot of time trying to mitigate your travel time. The combat may actually be one of the worst systems to have ever been used for a first-person viewpoint. Many of these things would condemn other videogames to a hell of mediocrity.

    It doesn't matter. This game had one of the biggest ingame world's of its time, and which is still large even by today's standards. The various biomes of the game are imaginative and well thought out, even if the graphics displaying them haven't quite held up over time. The characters are varied and intriguing, and the story is vastly, vastly, VASTLY superior to that of the many other video games that have come both before and after it.

    If you can't find some measure of engagement in this game, then that's okay. Not everyone will be able to penetrate its stumbling blocks. Yet for those of you can get past the cliff racers and dice-rolling, there's a story to be had here. You'd be remiss in letting it go.    … Expand
  29. alrightmrwhite
    Dec 27, 2013
    10
    I started playing the Elder Scrolls series when I bought Skyrim around two years today, and so I molded into it's action-heavy style of RPG. I started hearing about Morrowind, so I decided to try it out and see it for myself, and personally I feel it deserves to be called the best Elder Scrolls game to date. As far as story line, Morrowind blows Skyrim out of water with a much deeper plotI started playing the Elder Scrolls series when I bought Skyrim around two years today, and so I molded into it's action-heavy style of RPG. I started hearing about Morrowind, so I decided to try it out and see it for myself, and personally I feel it deserves to be called the best Elder Scrolls game to date. As far as story line, Morrowind blows Skyrim out of water with a much deeper plot that is slowly uncovered, making quests more like an adventure. Another thing is the overall feel of a game; Morrowind seem to be much more of a true RPG, like a tabletop RPG in an immensely large world. The only con I could ever see with this game would be the graphics, which would only apply to today's standards, and can be upgraded with mods.… Expand
  30. N-R-Living
    Oct 20, 2013
    10
    This game basically defined my life from 2004 (when I finally decided to dive in) all the way into the present. I've always been the kind of person who would roleplay through chatrooms and forums, and this game struck all the right chords in my head as a game I could really get into. The world is vast, and the landscape breathtaking. The lore is by far the most detailed of any game I'veThis game basically defined my life from 2004 (when I finally decided to dive in) all the way into the present. I've always been the kind of person who would roleplay through chatrooms and forums, and this game struck all the right chords in my head as a game I could really get into. The world is vast, and the landscape breathtaking. The lore is by far the most detailed of any game I've played. It sucks you in, and never lets you go. You live the game for the time you interact with it.

    The other Elder Scrolls games are just that. Games They will never be able to recreated the experience Morrowind created. It is, and always will be, the best of the series, and one of the greatest games ever made.    … Expand
  31. kingoftrolls
    Nov 14, 2013
    10
    Not only is this my favorite game of all time, but it is the best RPG of all time. I will never forget the grand adventures Morrowind offered me and the scope of the story. I will never forget my times in Balmora. Ald-ruhn, and strange Telvanni Towers. Slaying the leaders of ancient Vampire clans, and storming the Sixth House cults. Then when the expansions came out I couldnt believeNot only is this my favorite game of all time, but it is the best RPG of all time. I will never forget the grand adventures Morrowind offered me and the scope of the story. I will never forget my times in Balmora. Ald-ruhn, and strange Telvanni Towers. Slaying the leaders of ancient Vampire clans, and storming the Sixth House cults. Then when the expansions came out I couldnt believe such a great thing could get even greater. Even though this game may look aged to newer gamers and fans of newer TES games, I would recommend getting it and installing a few mods to make it more palletable (Morrowind Overhaul). You will see why this is the Father of modern RPG's.… Expand
  32. fateappointed
    Feb 4, 2014
    9
    Story: 9 out of 10, Graphics: 8 out of 10, Fun: 9 out of 10, Controls: 8 out of 10, Ease to Learn: 8 out of 10, Length: 8 out of 10, Re-play: 6 out of 10, Value: 9 out of 10
  33. IcecreamSnowman
    Mar 11, 2014
    10
    We all know Morrowind is the best, but why is it? Because of the imagination used to create it. The world is interesting and varied, there is enough to do and see to keep you exploring and the quests are more than 'go here and kill/fetch that'. The story is more than 'go save the world from the evil thing': the 'evil' used to be good but was betrayed by the 'good' when they sought theWe all know Morrowind is the best, but why is it? Because of the imagination used to create it. The world is interesting and varied, there is enough to do and see to keep you exploring and the quests are more than 'go here and kill/fetch that'. The story is more than 'go save the world from the evil thing': the 'evil' used to be good but was betrayed by the 'good' when they sought the power it was protecting. There are shades of grey everywhere and often you'll wonder if you're doing the right thing.… Expand
  34. legit_khajiit
    Apr 21, 2014
    10
    This is the greatest moment in all of the early 2000s videogames

    Great gameplay, incredible story, and awesome open world to explore. I have never enjoyed a game on my PC as much as this.
  35. ElderScrollsFan
    Jun 23, 2014
    10
    Best Elder Scrolls game ever. Still hoping they will remake it to give it shiny new graphics. Please please remake this game, it's the best game in the genre.
  36. RyanS410
    Jul 1, 2014
    10
    I love this game. It's story, characters, and world are absolutely beautiful, and the game has aged amazingly. When I finished the vanilla world, I couldn't stop, so I got mods to continue gameplay. (and I even started making some of my own.) With most games, I play awhile and I'm done. With this, I just can't stop. I recommend this game for everyone.
  37. 666dame
    Jul 11, 2014
    10
    The first open world RPG I ever played. Whilst Oblivion and Skyrim have obviously improved graphically and in size, Morrowind without doubt remains the best of the bunch.
  38. Vamrem
    May 27, 2015
    9
    I remember my first's steps in Morrowind described as "disoriented", then turned "agoraphobic", and was slowly become in "awesomeness" as I discovered locations, NPCs, items, quests, freedom... of course it has lots of bugs but was solved with mods and today the game has aged well with a vast community that continues modding to keep it up to date. I think I'll play it again well modded...
  39. Skullburn
    Dec 11, 2014
    9
    One of my favorite game of all time. A big, open world, RPG. There is just no limit to what you can do. Yes, the combat system is boring if you play a warrior. But play a mage, and you will have infinite possibility of... anything! You can create your spell and enchant your item with no limit (like jumping over a mountain).

    The details in the game are just amazing. and the world is    One of my favorite game of all time. A big, open world, RPG. There is just no limit to what you can do. Yes, the combat system is boring if you play a warrior. But play a mage, and you will have infinite possibility of... anything! You can create your spell and enchant your item with no limit (like jumping over a mountain).

    The details in the game are just amazing. and the world is really fun to explore!    … Expand
  40. turbofrikandel
    May 20, 2015
    10
    Ah..Morrowind. My recent interview for The Witcher 3 inspired me to write one for this classic as well. Graphics have not aged well but there are ways around that. MGSO really rejuvenated this classic for me on pc, as I no longer own an original Xbox for which I previously owned this place.

    What a wondrous game in the literal sense of the world. To this day I still remember my first    Ah..Morrowind. My recent interview for The Witcher 3 inspired me to write one for this classic as well. Graphics have not aged well but there are ways around that. MGSO really rejuvenated this classic for me on pc, as I no longer own an original Xbox for which I previously owned this place.

    What a wondrous game in the literal sense of the world. To this day I still remember my first playthrough. Came from old school jRPG's like FF and had no clue what Morrowind style cRPGs were about. Gave up after first couple of hours. Persevered because of a lot of free time at the time and it really began to shine through. I remember creating a Nord, finding a steel dai-katana and thinking it was the greatest weapon ever. Through some miracle defeated an Ordinator, wore his armor and the rest is history as they say. Needless to say I restarted pretty quick.

    Unparalleled in its ability to captivate you and draw you in. This is not nostalgia speaking either. I'm enjoying it immensely again on a very fresh playthrough: I havent played the game since Oblivion, then Fallout 3 and after that Skyrim came out. After trying to replay FO3 again (it was impossible) this feels so much better. The atmosphere, music, distinct races and peoples of Vvardenfell and sheer content and the way it all goes together is, to this day (13 years since release!) unparallelled. All it needs is some polishing of the graphics (ie MGSO) and it's good to go. Unlike Skyrim and Oblivion which were good games with their own merits but "needed" tons of mods (IMO) to really give them replay value. I can honestly say that with MGSO, this came looks better than many current-gen games. As I own a PS4 as well, I'm able to make a good comparison (with say, Destiny which looks pretty damn good) this is what really struck me.

    This is one for the ages and a game I will never forget. I STILL haven't found everything and I must be on my tenth playthrough at least. Only "bad" thing about this game is the lack of urgency in the storytelling but on the flip-side, this is also what gives the game its soul. So I'm not going to deduct a point for that.    … Expand
  41. roboticsun
    Oct 8, 2011
    9
    Morrowind is one of best open world RPGs, maybe skyrim will be better but I do not know right now. As usual for a elder scroll title, the main story line is non-existence. But this game does give you extensive choices to customize your character. your character may pursue every skill in the game regardless of class and can learn a large number of spells and may even design his/her own. youMorrowind is one of best open world RPGs, maybe skyrim will be better but I do not know right now. As usual for a elder scroll title, the main story line is non-existence. But this game does give you extensive choices to customize your character. your character may pursue every skill in the game regardless of class and can learn a large number of spells and may even design his/her own. you may play your character as a good or evil character depending on your choices. The exploration in this game has lots of rewards. you most likely will find some unique items after some very tough situations. The faction setting in this game is fun too, you can establish relations with them to get benefits.… Expand
  42. ws5ev
    Dec 9, 2011
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played. Thank you Bethesda!
  43. Samael
    Aug 12, 2008
    8
    Morrowind is a game that can sometimes be frustrating. On one hand, the lore and fluff material is deeply enveloping, the sound design amazing, and the setting brilliant. On the other hand, the graphics have not aged well, NPC's are all basically the same, and many troubling bugs require frequent quickloading or console manipulation. Boring combat and samey enemies do not help this Morrowind is a game that can sometimes be frustrating. On one hand, the lore and fluff material is deeply enveloping, the sound design amazing, and the setting brilliant. On the other hand, the graphics have not aged well, NPC's are all basically the same, and many troubling bugs require frequent quickloading or console manipulation. Boring combat and samey enemies do not help this title. But if one looks past the bugs and boredom, they'll find an extremely immersive game with a lot of interesting quriks to it. Some people claim to have put 100's of hours into this title, but frankly, after a while, the content becomes tedious and repetetive. The intricacies of the politics and religious affairs, however, make this game unmissable for any gamer who seeks a more intellectually challenging adventure, and isn't concerned about pulse-pounding combat.… Expand
  44. gonorrheahd
    Jan 10, 2012
    9
    What the people don't understand who are writing bad comments about this game is that the game was designed that way, the hit and miss combat style was a common combat style for games in 2002 and the glitches, its hard to patch a game WITH NO ONLINE its not like its connected to steam, and this game didnt have voice actors so if its SO HARD to read thats your problem, go to school kids, IWhat the people don't understand who are writing bad comments about this game is that the game was designed that way, the hit and miss combat style was a common combat style for games in 2002 and the glitches, its hard to patch a game WITH NO ONLINE its not like its connected to steam, and this game didnt have voice actors so if its SO HARD to read thats your problem, go to school kids, I personally find this game to actually be a challenge unlike the casual scrub game SKYRIM with its **** 4 hour story line that has the EASIEST boss fight I'VE EVER, so with that I conclude all negative reviews are scrub kids!… Expand
  45. Scritty
    Feb 23, 2013
    10
    It's a sad day when you realize that we will never see a game like this again. Oblivion and Skyrim have dumbed down the games RPG and combat elemets to "click on the quest marker" exploring and "popamole" combat. Morrowind itself is not the deepest, it's an action RPG after all, but the scope of what you can do, who you can interact with, choices with CONSEQUENCES, real value and pride inIt's a sad day when you realize that we will never see a game like this again. Oblivion and Skyrim have dumbed down the games RPG and combat elemets to "click on the quest marker" exploring and "popamole" combat. Morrowind itself is not the deepest, it's an action RPG after all, but the scope of what you can do, who you can interact with, choices with CONSEQUENCES, real value and pride in the items you find rather than every random mob wearing lootable Daedric Armour like in Oblivion (why? how dis that make any sense?). If you can get over the graphics then MW is still the best single player action RPG on the PC (or anywhere else for that matter) and like I sad at the top we will not see a game like this again....ever of that I'm certain.… Expand
  46. CicatrixNors
    Sep 21, 2013
    10
    Greatest game i've ever played. It has amazing graphics, amazing gameplay, everything about it is amazing, I highly recommend you get it, it's worth the money.
  47. PcGamer1990
    Jul 1, 2014
    10
    The only game that i would like to bother again.I saw a critic from Games Radar calling "engaged" well they said it wasnt free...How this game cant be free? U can do anything! Everything! U can change even the history or ruin it if u kill someone special and the game continues , u can choose any spells and play it anyway u want to end the main story.Side quests are not mapped u have toThe only game that i would like to bother again.I saw a critic from Games Radar calling "engaged" well they said it wasnt free...How this game cant be free? U can do anything! Everything! U can change even the history or ruin it if u kill someone special and the game continues , u can choose any spells and play it anyway u want to end the main story.Side quests are not mapped u have to find them on ur own and if u dont succeed on them u simply lose them u cant replay because history is being written already in the game.And every npc in the game has a name , has something to make it unique unlike new games that they put few people around acting like they are living normal life...But u wont see them again they dont have a name...The story is even more epic... 10 for a game of 2004 some people should really check such games and try to make better new games.this is how an open world game must be made.… Expand
  48. Shadow1
    Aug 28, 2016
    9
    The Elder Scrolls is my favourite RPG Franchise and The Elder Scrolls III Morrowind is the best game in The Elder Scrolls Series, not to mention Skyrim. TES III Morrowind is amazing game for 2002, graphics in this game much better than in TES II Duggerfall, Storyline in this game is awesome, gaming world is bigger than in TES II Duggerfall and in this world very funny, in this game thereThe Elder Scrolls is my favourite RPG Franchise and The Elder Scrolls III Morrowind is the best game in The Elder Scrolls Series, not to mention Skyrim. TES III Morrowind is amazing game for 2002, graphics in this game much better than in TES II Duggerfall, Storyline in this game is awesome, gaming world is bigger than in TES II Duggerfall and in this world very funny, in this game there are skeletons, TES II hasnt got skeleton, TES III Morrowind ever better than TES IV Oblivion, but best game in series TES V Skyrim. TES III Morrowind is amazing game, awesome game and deserve rate in 9/10.… Expand
  49. Kilgannon37
    Feb 12, 2017
    10
    In 2017 it's still one of the best and most immersive gaming experiences you'll ever stumble upon. You need to have patience and it actually demands your attention in order to progress. No baby-sitting. Play it with overhaul mods and you won't regret it
  50. cimerians
    Aug 19, 2016
    8
    This game would easily be 10 out of 10. I've played RPG's since the mid 80's on PC and recently fired up Morrowind Overhaul (the best way to play the game) and it still suffers from clunky combat, slow movement and semi-lifeless environments. The same feelings I had about the game when it was released ages ago. Somewhat overrated IMO, its still a great RPG to lose yourself in for hundredsThis game would easily be 10 out of 10. I've played RPG's since the mid 80's on PC and recently fired up Morrowind Overhaul (the best way to play the game) and it still suffers from clunky combat, slow movement and semi-lifeless environments. The same feelings I had about the game when it was released ages ago. Somewhat overrated IMO, its still a great RPG to lose yourself in for hundreds of hours just don't expect it to have aged very well even with the improvements.… Expand
  51. GolovA
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    Again, one of those games that revolutionized my Game awareness :) i was not ready man, i was not ready for such scale and for such involving depth. It was overwhelming at first, but once i got used to it - there was no turning back, man :))
    A superbly magnificent example of not only the RPG genre, but an epitome of what a dedicated game design can accomplish.
    Are there titles out there    Again, one of those games that revolutionized my Game awareness :) i was not ready man, i was not ready for such scale and for such involving depth. It was overwhelming at first, but once i got used to it - there was no turning back, man :))
    A superbly magnificent example of not only the RPG genre, but an epitome of what a dedicated game design can accomplish.
    Are there titles out there today that can compare with such humble nobility as Morrowind?    … Expand
  52. keefbaker
    Nov 3, 2013
    9
    Still the standard. Sadly marred these days by a slightly poor control system and wads and wads of text but still one of the best computer RPGs ever made.
  53. sincity9669
    Nov 18, 2012
    10
    An amazing game which beats oblivion in every aspect except for graphics. If only games were made like this these days. Once again the only problem that the game has is its graphics.
  54. GatorGar14
    Feb 13, 2016
    10
    This is the deepest, most immersive RPG I have ever played in my life. Install the Morrowind Graphics Overhaul to bring new life to this incredible game. Playing this game is like playing your way through an enthralling, 700 page novel. I can't recommend the GOTY version of this game highly enough.
  55. prohodil_mimo
    Jan 7, 2013
    9
    I am relatively young player: when Morrowind was released I played only some educational games for kids. Still I had a chance to play it before the release of Oblivion, and still I have that oldschooler feeling "Why can't they just rerelease it with better graphics?".
    Though, it is not just nostalgia, since Morrowind there were no game with such rich mechanics (except Dwarf Fortress,    I am relatively young player: when Morrowind was released I played only some educational games for kids. Still I had a chance to play it before the release of Oblivion, and still I have that oldschooler feeling "Why can't they just rerelease it with better graphics?".
    Though, it is not just nostalgia, since Morrowind there were no game with such rich mechanics (except Dwarf Fortress, okay) and a balance between complexity and casualty: you had not to try a number of times to complete some quest, but had a permanent feeling that 5 minutes ago you did something wrong and do not understand your stats well enough.
    The world was huge, maybe, honestly, way too huge, but there was not assumed that you complete 100% of the game, it was pretty much another life to live, and you just couldn't make it all.
    And yes, some part of me misses cliff racers.    … Expand
  56. saarri6
    Jun 8, 2013
    10
    Game offers large variety of armor and weapons, huge load of different gameplay aspects and a large island to explore. Some people consider the ''must make'' choices as cons for the game, but I prefer them as replay value. The DLC's add nice touch and the modding community keeps the game still very alive.
  57. gracjanski
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    What is the best RPG ever? My first 2 answers: Baldurs Gate 2 and Morrowind. Gameplay is complex, the char creation very free, unfortunately has some weaknesses, but anyway there are a lot of possibilities. You can do a lot of things, even creat new spells. The world is amazing, open world at its best: there are so many things to discover and rewarding. There is so many content to discoverWhat is the best RPG ever? My first 2 answers: Baldurs Gate 2 and Morrowind. Gameplay is complex, the char creation very free, unfortunately has some weaknesses, but anyway there are a lot of possibilities. You can do a lot of things, even creat new spells. The world is amazing, open world at its best: there are so many things to discover and rewarding. There is so many content to discover and understand, epic in onw word. And the whole world is adult, very immersive. No childish dialogs, no arrows above NPCs and so on. Music perfect, I still listen to the main theme in my car. Graphic is good even today, but only if you put a lot of mods, otherwise is very outdated. Normally I dont like games that demands 100 or 200 hours of your life, but this game made it. I dont know any better open world RPG. Thank you Bethesda.… Expand
  58. Rcj8993
    Sep 18, 2013
    10
    AMAZING ON PC, doesn't have the new improved journal system that came with the expansions,
    amazing story that rivals that of the successors to the franchise.
    great voice acting
    a pure RPG game, the combat is a little unbalanced, but its because the game adds into effect your attributes and your luck, and your skill with your current weapon.
    id advise you to get the DLC/Expansions for this game
  59. DarknessDragon
    May 23, 2014
    9
    Best action RPG i played ever. Gameplay its very inmersive, the story its very interesting, you have a lot of places to visit, to explore, a lot of people to talk or kill, and a detail that i LOVED. You can kill anyone, including the npc of the main story. You **** off the story, but you can do it. Thanks Bethesda.
  60. TisJustAScratch
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    One of the best games ever made. Sure it has its flaws (bugs bugs bugs), but you can download some unofficial mods that take care of that.

    I'm still playing today, and I think it's better than Oblivion and Skyrim.
  61. poons
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    The absolute pinnacle of the Elder Scrolls series. Take some time to get used to the game mechanics and you will find one of the deepest and most believable fictional worlds ever created.
  62. CheeseSteakJim
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    One of the greatest video game codes ever created. One of mankinds greatest achievements, a true god within the gaming industry. Rivaled by a few, but second to none.
  63. Tapxd
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    Best The Elder Scrolls at all times. Before the advent of pop Oblivion and Skyrim. was Morrowind. You are not an RPG aficionados, if not when played in Morrowind, its beutiful game of its time. 10/10 .
  64. Lokidos
    Jan 18, 2016
    10
    I've got many years ago the GOTY edition..its an amazing game that u can still play without hesitation...Just imagine being on ur own in an open world where everywhere u meet something , u want to go one direction to find something and u meet something else.Missions much more interesting than the ones that new games have , AI much better than new games ofcourse...New games like Creed , MGSI've got many years ago the GOTY edition..its an amazing game that u can still play without hesitation...Just imagine being on ur own in an open world where everywhere u meet something , u want to go one direction to find something and u meet something else.Missions much more interesting than the ones that new games have , AI much better than new games ofcourse...New games like Creed , MGS , Cause etc etc have AS (artificial stupidity)...This one is a feast for the eyes.… Expand
  65. Srith8
    Jan 20, 2016
    10
    Al jugar Morrowind sentía realmente como si la isla de Vvardenfell estuviera realmente viva, todo eso a pesar de la evidente “estaticidad” de su mundo y de sus personajes. Sencillamente explorar las ruinas, tumbas y cavernas es una delicia, perderte en sus regiones y poblados para luego encontrar un artefacto legendario por pura coincidencia, es una impresión sencillamente extraordinaria.Al jugar Morrowind sentía realmente como si la isla de Vvardenfell estuviera realmente viva, todo eso a pesar de la evidente “estaticidad” de su mundo y de sus personajes. Sencillamente explorar las ruinas, tumbas y cavernas es una delicia, perderte en sus regiones y poblados para luego encontrar un artefacto legendario por pura coincidencia, es una impresión sencillamente extraordinaria. Aun hoy son pocos los juegos me han hecho pasar tantas horas frente a una pantalla, todas ellas dedicadas a explorar los recovecos del Morrowind, todo eso a pesar de las modernas mejoras gráficas y de hardware. La historia a pesar de no ser extraordinaria es ciertamente interesante, la cantidad de cosas que hay que conocer es inmensa, el "lore" es colosal y ciertamente interesante, la cantidad de gremios a los que puedes unirte es también grandiosa y aún hoy, todavía sigo encontrando misiones que jamás había realizado. Es un juego grandioso y no es la nostalgia la que habla por mí.… Expand
  66. TMath
    Jan 20, 2016
    8
    By today's standards on a technical level this game is pretty bad. But, the sheer amount of content, and how well the main story and side quest merge together makes this game quite amazing. its big. takes at least 50 hours to beat. and has a huge amount of hardcore RPG elements. if i was rating this game when it game out it would be a 10 or close to it. but by today's standers its a littleBy today's standards on a technical level this game is pretty bad. But, the sheer amount of content, and how well the main story and side quest merge together makes this game quite amazing. its big. takes at least 50 hours to beat. and has a huge amount of hardcore RPG elements. if i was rating this game when it game out it would be a 10 or close to it. but by today's standers its a little dated in the graphical and technical departments ...i give this game a STRONG 8… Expand
  67. Cougargames
    Jun 27, 2020
    8
    A Very Very good game. Ist basically an old elder scrolls game but just more difficult and not as much freedom as in Skyrim were you can change class midgame, so if you are looking for player freedom like that this isnt the game for you. No quest marks either so it can get difficult to navigate the open world sometimes.

    But the quests are really fun main story Is actually interesting    A Very Very good game. Ist basically an old elder scrolls game but just more difficult and not as much freedom as in Skyrim were you can change class midgame, so if you are looking for player freedom like that this isnt the game for you. No quest marks either so it can get difficult to navigate the open world sometimes.

    But the quests are really fun main story Is actually interesting and the lore is soo much more connected to the main story and the dlc. Replay value is amazing since there is soo much to do.    … Expand
  68. bobwilliams
    Aug 16, 2016
    10
    One of my two favourite games of all time.............................................................................................................
  69. minsh2112
    Apr 13, 2016
    10
    I loved the story, the big differences between landscapes. lots of reliable weapons and armor. a lot of spells more than oblivion and much more than skyrim. you start really really weak but at the end you are this super creature that ended the great evil no one could. enchanting is much better than oblivion and skyrim , needs some tweaks though. i really liked the various styles ofI loved the story, the big differences between landscapes. lots of reliable weapons and armor. a lot of spells more than oblivion and much more than skyrim. you start really really weak but at the end you are this super creature that ended the great evil no one could. enchanting is much better than oblivion and skyrim , needs some tweaks though. i really liked the various styles of dungeons not like oblivion its just 2 or 3 styles . lots and lots of quests , the main quest, the great house quest and 7 guilds each has their own quest line most of them not 100% linear . traveling was cool with spells. the exploration was awesome you wouldn't know what lies in a seemingly regular looking cave it could have a legendary item or a one of a kind quest.the lore in the books was complementing the plot. so overall its my personal "best game i have ever played" of course half life 2 too.… Expand
  70. doj
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    Лучшая часть серии старых свитков, игра где игрок не чувствует себя маленьким ребенком, которому рисуют огромные стрелки куда нажимать и куда идти, где герой, до определенного момента, самый обычный преступник, которого сослали на богом забытый остров, которого никто не воспринимает всерьез до тех пор, пока игрок не докажет своей значимости. Фраза стражников Вивека: "Мы следим за тобой,Лучшая часть серии старых свитков, игра где игрок не чувствует себя маленьким ребенком, которому рисуют огромные стрелки куда нажимать и куда идти, где герой, до определенного момента, самый обычный преступник, которого сослали на богом забытый остров, которого никто не воспринимает всерьез до тех пор, пока игрок не докажет своей значимости. Фраза стражников Вивека: "Мы следим за тобой, ничтожество", останется у меня в голове на всю жизнь, именно она показывает, что ты не очередной супергерой, который в одиночку может уничтожить всех НПС на карте с момента старта, а обычный искатель преключений, который только после длительного и напряженного развития, сможет почувствовать себя важным. Дальнейшее развитие серии, все дальше и дальше отходит от канонов, самое печальное, что в скайриме, уже после 10-20 минут игры, главного героя узнают во всех уголках скайрима, все уважают и боятся, да и любые противники не представляют опасности даже на самой высокой сложности… Expand
  71. Sphinxmoth
    Feb 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best action-RPG ever and still the best Elder Scrolls game in my opinion.
  72. faki
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    I am old gamer, playing games for 30+ years now. My first computer was Commodore 64 and trust me when I say, Morrowind is the best game in the history of gaming. It was the pinnacle in design and gameplay. NO quest markers, no telling you what you have to do. Truly an open and amazing world. NO game ever had atmosphere even close to Morrowind. After Morrowind, all we had in gaming industryI am old gamer, playing games for 30+ years now. My first computer was Commodore 64 and trust me when I say, Morrowind is the best game in the history of gaming. It was the pinnacle in design and gameplay. NO quest markers, no telling you what you have to do. Truly an open and amazing world. NO game ever had atmosphere even close to Morrowind. After Morrowind, all we had in gaming industry is greed so they oversimplified games to sell it to everyone and make them so easy it's laughable. I tried to play Skyrim, but quit very quickly. Where is the challenge? Sadly, I believe there will never be another Morrowind. Days of real games are gone. In conclusion, everyone and your mother, go buy and play Morrowind. If you are real gamer, you won't regret it. If you don't like outdated graphics, there are literally thousands of mods. I recommend Morrowind Overhaul.… Expand
  73. Iluvatar21
    Nov 1, 2014
    10
    First let me start with saying that Skyrim's combat is sh*t. It takes away the feeling that you are developing a character, that you help contribute to your character, that this is Your character. I am talking about investing points into Agility and seeing your character hit more often, those sort of things that create attachment to the game. Skyrim lacks the attachment part because asFirst let me start with saying that Skyrim's combat is sh*t. It takes away the feeling that you are developing a character, that you help contribute to your character, that this is Your character. I am talking about investing points into Agility and seeing your character hit more often, those sort of things that create attachment to the game. Skyrim lacks the attachment part because as long as You have the skills, You can do anything (from picking master locks, to hitting every time with the bow) which leaves you without a reason to care for this world, no attachment...

    In Skyrim earlier perks completely say 'FU' to the difficulty and the need of finding better gear by giving you more damage, less mana requirements for spell usage (some perks are good).

    Why Morrowind is better: from finding your own way via reading the journal, to more interesting architecture, more diverse and interesting locations, better made dungeons, better weapons, armor and loot, loot with value (for example glass or daedric loot was nearly impossible to sell due to its high value (1 daedric bolt is 4000 gold!)), more diverse and interesting magics, better and deeper stories, harder and more interesting puzzles (lockpicking was level based and if your Security skill was low forget about lvl100 Master locks unless with a magic scroll), harsher consequences for your actions and therefore more choices (you can kill anyone for example plot characters rendering the main plot impossible to complete unless you reloaded a save or found some other way; also NPCs were interesting because you could do more with them - if you were to increase the disposition of an NPC and your Personality was high enough you might find newer quests for example and new dialog. NPCs would offend you if they didnt like you and shopkeepers wont barter with you if you had items they disapproved like Skooma; if you had no stamina and were under attack you would fall to the ground unable to act until some stamina comes back).    … Expand
  74. Kdall
    Jan 21, 2013
    9
    I'm writing this review 10 years after the fact and I'm putting things in context for the time the game came out. This game opened my eyes to a different kind of RPG experience. This game is amazing in the aspect of being a great open RPG with an extreme amount of depth to it, the only negative on this game may also be one of its positive qualities as well, it doesn't hold your hand orI'm writing this review 10 years after the fact and I'm putting things in context for the time the game came out. This game opened my eyes to a different kind of RPG experience. This game is amazing in the aspect of being a great open RPG with an extreme amount of depth to it, the only negative on this game may also be one of its positive qualities as well, it doesn't hold your hand or explain things to the letter, it lets you figure things out on your own, sometimes the hard way. All in all Morrowind is not perfect but definitely a legendary RPG.… Expand
  75. apexearth
    Apr 8, 2014
    10
    It's an experience that anyone who's played it doesn't want to describe. No description could do it justice. Let's just say it's awesome and then have you go give it a try.
  76. Sarethi
    Dec 31, 2012
    10
    In my opinion there is no better game. It is more diverse in magic, clothing/armor, weapons, skills, and dungeons than in any other modern RPG I've ever seen. The few loading screens that do happen (when entering dungeons/buildings, not when entering towns by foot) are very quick. The "invincible essential characters" that limits the player greatly in it's predecessors is nonexistent,In my opinion there is no better game. It is more diverse in magic, clothing/armor, weapons, skills, and dungeons than in any other modern RPG I've ever seen. The few loading screens that do happen (when entering dungeons/buildings, not when entering towns by foot) are very quick. The "invincible essential characters" that limits the player greatly in it's predecessors is nonexistent, meaning that you can kill absolutely anyone in the game (although, it will still effect gameplay). There are definitely glitches in the game, but Bethesda has such great mod support that it's hardly a problem after a few downloads.… Expand
  77. ToddDow
    Nov 12, 2014
    10
    My favorite game of all time!!! This is THE GAME that sucked me into the RPG genre. So much was so well done and the depth to this game was amazing!
  78. Kylo190
    Nov 19, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. TES III Morrowind is the best TES. Very good world with extended locations, and the best storyline in The Elder Scrolls. For me 10-/10
    Sorry for my English.    … Expand
  79. chronoT
    Mar 22, 2016
    8
    After putting another 20 hours in and considering the age of this game, I feel the need to update my review. I got over the outdated graphics and repetitive reading and realized there is a deep RPG here that is clever and fun. You see alot of good design elements in Morrowind that are copied still to this day, and in some instances this game still outdoes modern rpgs.
  80. filippo333
    Dec 9, 2013
    9
    One of the best classic role-playing games to date. There is so much to do and explore; you may die a lot but you’ll learn a ton throughout your enormous adventure. You’ll barely be able to kill a rat, but you'll feel powerful once you find that magical weapon or skill which puts you at uncanny odds against your enemies. You'll feel lonely at times until you find a naked barbarian lookingOne of the best classic role-playing games to date. There is so much to do and explore; you may die a lot but you’ll learn a ton throughout your enormous adventure. You’ll barely be able to kill a rat, but you'll feel powerful once you find that magical weapon or skill which puts you at uncanny odds against your enemies. You'll feel lonely at times until you find a naked barbarian looking for his magical Axe.

    Morrowind may not be for everyone, it is an entirely different beast from other mammoths in the franchise such as TES IV: Oblivion and TES V: Skyrim but being different doesn't mean the game is bad in any way. Mechanics work differently, you'll have to use your wit to overcome challenging situations. Some mechanics may seem broken at first, but there are often techniques which you must master in order to get anywhere which is part of solving the wondrous mystery which is Morrowind. It’s not a mindless RPG like many modern games, it’s a true RPG, one which you’ll remember for a very long time.

    An adventure huge in scale; it may not be perfect (what game is), the adventures you will go on and mysteries you will solve will leave you in awe if you can overcome some of the technical limitations Morrowind has to date. Do not be put off though if you are looking for an alien yet timeless journey which you can stick your teeth into for hundreds of countless hours! To top it off, this is coming from somebody who hated Morrowind to begin with. Don’t give up, take your time and most of all enjoy yourself, you’ll overcome many of the problem’s you encounter.    … Expand
  81. Claytality
    Dec 14, 2019
    9
    A truly great game. Awesome exploration, quests, RPG elements, spells, music, and good story.

    A few warnings starting out: - It can be overwhelming and unclear where to go and what to do, so find an online guide. The game is dated and there are no way-points. Fast travel is available from certain NPCs, and is very useful. - Movement is EXTREMELY slow at first. The best fix for    A truly great game. Awesome exploration, quests, RPG elements, spells, music, and good story.

    A few warnings starting out:
    - It can be overwhelming and unclear where to go and what to do, so find an online guide. The game is dated and there are no way-points. Fast travel is available from certain NPCs, and is very useful.
    - Movement is EXTREMELY slow at first. The best fix for this is an item called boots of blinding speed. Luckily, you can get them early. Leveling acrobatics and athletics skills will help a lot.
    - The game starts out slow. Leveling from 1-2 took several hours. It took about 15 hours for it to stop being slow, but once it gets rolling, it is an extraordinary game. Stick with it!
    - Use mods to remove bugs.

    Bought for $7.50, played 171 hours, highly recommended.    … Expand
  82. RPGFanatic
    Nov 21, 2012
    10
    This game rocks with the latest overhaul mod:
    http://morrowind.nexusmods.com/mods/36945/
    Mods have made it up there with skyrim. The wonderful thing with mods is that they can iron out issues and you get to customise the quality of the game such that it becomes perfect. This game is the benchmark for RPGs, along with baldur's gate, the original fallout, the 1st mass effect, deus ex and    This game rocks with the latest overhaul mod:
    http://morrowind.nexusmods.com/mods/36945/

    Mods have made it up there with skyrim. The wonderful thing with mods is that they can iron out issues and you get to customise the quality of the game such that it becomes perfect. This game is the benchmark for RPGs, along with baldur's gate, the original fallout, the 1st mass effect, deus ex and system shock 2    … Expand
  83. Mistrss-Rarity
    Dec 24, 2012
    10
    The Elder Scrolls series has always been known for its size, depth and story and Morrowind is no stranger to this. While not as large as Daggerfall, Morrowind makes up for it by having an engaging and deep story that keeps you entertained long after it has ended.

    Morrowind puts you in the roll of a Prisoner as they reach Seyda Neen and attempt to start their new life. You are given a    The Elder Scrolls series has always been known for its size, depth and story and Morrowind is no stranger to this. While not as large as Daggerfall, Morrowind makes up for it by having an engaging and deep story that keeps you entertained long after it has ended.

    Morrowind puts you in the roll of a Prisoner as they reach Seyda Neen and attempt to start their new life. You are given a blank slate; a way to reforge your new life whether it's a murderous assassin or honorable paladin, the only limited parts to Morrowind is your imagination.

    Morrowind isn't like typical RPGs where you pick a role and are limited based on that role (Fighter, Cleric, etc). Morrowind allows you the freedom to be whatever you wish. During is time, Morrowind pushed even the most powerful hardware and to this day looks alien and mysterious. Morrowind continues to live on through the efforts of talented modders and fans alike.

    It is my opinion that Morrowind catches all magic and depth of every Elder Scrolls title and is the best Elder Scrolls title yet.    … Expand
  84. Ydun79
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    Blew me away back in the day with its graphics and immersion, alchemy, travel, ... Awesome game!
  85. teamore
    Oct 16, 2018
    10
    That is not a game. This is an experience. You don't play Morrowind. You live in Morrowind. We're watching you, scum.
  86. hamedbanaderi
    Sep 14, 2019
    9
    Morrowind A successful and extraordinary title from the The Elder Scrolls series and the founder of oblivion and the skyrim masterpiece
  87. joveyex
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    Es war einmal im Jahre 2002...
    Wie die Zeit vergeht. Ja, Morrowind ist schon über 14 Jahren alt!
    Genau zum Release hatte ich Morrowind auch das erste mal gespielt. Damals wie heute bin ich von diesem Spiel begeistert, von seiner tollen Stimmung, die Freiheit in dieser kleinen liebevoll gestalteten Welt, ohne dass einem Questmarker und Textboxen für Doofe durch die Handlung navigieren.    Es war einmal im Jahre 2002...
    Wie die Zeit vergeht. Ja, Morrowind ist schon über 14 Jahren alt!
    Genau zum Release hatte ich Morrowind auch das erste mal gespielt. Damals wie heute bin ich von diesem Spiel begeistert, von seiner tollen Stimmung, die Freiheit in dieser kleinen liebevoll gestalteten Welt, ohne dass einem Questmarker und Textboxen für Doofe durch die Handlung navigieren.

    Auch wenn Morrowind heute sehr angestaubt wirkt was Grafik und Gameplay angeht, so hat das Spiel von seinem Charme nichts verloren. Ein Klassiker aus einer Zeit in der selbstständiges Denken in Rollenspielen noch zu den Standartvorraussetzungen gehörte.    … Expand
  88. RagingPoet
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    One of the best RPGs ever made. I spent countless hours playing it and so did most of my friends. Objectively Morrowind is far from perfect, but for me it is solid 10 out of 10.
  89. Glacialangel
    Feb 11, 2018
    9
    Great RPG, regardless of the poor combat system and somewhat grating lack of voice acting. The peaceful music, well-written characters, finely crafted story, and expansive world all make for a unique experience that is worth playing, even if only for a few hours(Disclaimer: I beat the game multiple times.). The feel of the game is overall quiet, and while I normally wouldn't recommendGreat RPG, regardless of the poor combat system and somewhat grating lack of voice acting. The peaceful music, well-written characters, finely crafted story, and expansive world all make for a unique experience that is worth playing, even if only for a few hours(Disclaimer: I beat the game multiple times.). The feel of the game is overall quiet, and while I normally wouldn't recommend playing a game I've fallen asleep to not once, but dozens of times, this is the exception to the rule.… Expand
  90. tomflanders
    Mar 31, 2018
    10
    For it's time, this game was unbelievable. A huge map to explore and an endless variety of weapons to find and armour to upgrade. Better than Skyrim, except graphics obviously.
  91. BeepBoopMan
    Jul 25, 2018
    9
    Since everyone ( including myself ) has heaps of praise for the game I will focus only on the more annoying side. First of all you should definitely get mods ( graphics enhancing, bug fixing etc. ). Secondly, there is not fast travel in morrowind from the map, if you want to get somewhere you gotta find a silt strider, go through a mages guild portal or a boat and have to pay them too ofSince everyone ( including myself ) has heaps of praise for the game I will focus only on the more annoying side. First of all you should definitely get mods ( graphics enhancing, bug fixing etc. ). Secondly, there is not fast travel in morrowind from the map, if you want to get somewhere you gotta find a silt strider, go through a mages guild portal or a boat and have to pay them too of course. So when youre stuck somewhere in the wilderness, you really are stuck. The magic system is a bit janky too but thats about it… Expand
  92. XReviews
    Jul 10, 2018
    10
    There's no any other word to describe this game than: Awesome. As the best RPG ever.
    Morrowind it's awesome, it's fantastic, and you can't deny it.
  93. Danil_Shtangeev
    Oct 17, 2018
    10
    The most mysterious world I have seen in video games. Blended with exciting music
  94. EevieRoseAmalee
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    A timeless classic that saved bethesda as a company. Their is not much else that needs to be said here.
  95. Zeratex
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Best Elder scrolls game, While it may be outdated the core rpg gameplay of it is simply brilliant.
    The game has a very deep rpg system with so much to do.
    Also unlike other Elder scrolls game this one has good story.

    The best Elder scrolls game, Enchanting is super fun in it.

    10/10
  96. Belplaven
    May 2, 2019
    8
    The game is good but very flawed I wouldn't recommend playing it without mods and if you are coming to morrowind straight from Skyrim be prepared for a completely different beast. Honestly I played Skyrim first and would reccomend playing oblivion before morrowind to get used to some of the different mechanics of morrowind and the leveling class and general rpg system so you won't beThe game is good but very flawed I wouldn't recommend playing it without mods and if you are coming to morrowind straight from Skyrim be prepared for a completely different beast. Honestly I played Skyrim first and would reccomend playing oblivion before morrowind to get used to some of the different mechanics of morrowind and the leveling class and general rpg system so you won't be totally culture shocked when the clunky and extremely complex mechanics of morrowind hit you. Overall as someone who has put many hours into the game I would say morrowind has the best atmosphere and lore of any elder scrolls… Expand
  97. Pardoow
    Sep 8, 2019
    8
    Its a great game, but I just filled it with mods and **** as it was a 17 years old game, it just didn’t achieve the insane standards I had from skyrim. Still, enjoyable besides the extensive longevity of it. I can definitely understand why it is considered a classic
  98. gessie00
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    My favorite all-time game. The music, the lore, the magic creation system, jumping across the map, levitating around castles... there was no end to the mystery, dangers and hilarious silliness. Absolute endless, boundless freedom.

    Sometimes I recite the opening dialogue in my mind, which I know from memory because I re-played the game so often.

    Rating: Over 9000/10.
  99. zbysiek123456
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    One of the best rpgs of all time. Game of childhood, wonderful world, even after years community is still alive, one of best stories. I recommend you to play this classic.
  100. Genek13
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    Comparing to the next installments this is the weakest one for me. Don't make me wrong, it's still outstanding but not as much as the next ones.
    Hope they release a remake of this game with HD graphics.
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#11 Best PC Game of 2002
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#1 Most Discussed PC Game of 2002
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#2 Most Shared PC Game of 2002

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Pregaming
    90
    One of those games that just visually takes your breath away. It has some of the most detailed, and well realistically rendered environments and characters ever seen in a computer game.
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  2. Game Revolution
    83
    The Elder Scrolls tech support forum is overflowing with user complaints about compatibility issues. At any rate, this is still the biggest, deepest, most detailed RPG to hit the PC since Daggerfall, and for that, earns high marks.
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  3. PC Gameworld
    91
    This is a game that can stay on your hard drive for six months, still offering new experiences.
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