The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind

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  1. 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
  2. FFStudios
    Aug 17, 2012
    9
    What makes Morrowind so brilliant? It's very hard to define what makes this game stand out for many people; often it's something which needs to be experienced rather than explained. The actual mechanics of this game are actually quite bad; the combat is so abysmal that you'll be tempted to cheat just to avoid slogging though it and the controls feel clunky and difficult. So if you wantWhat makes Morrowind so brilliant? It's very hard to define what makes this game stand out for many people; often it's something which needs to be experienced rather than explained. The actual mechanics of this game are actually quite bad; the combat is so abysmal that you'll be tempted to cheat just to avoid slogging though it and the controls feel clunky and difficult. So if you want good combat and tight mechanics then Morrowind isn't for you. But let's actually move onto positive thoughts. You start the game as an unknown prisoner being transported to the mysterious island of Vvardenfell: upon your arrival you are slowly introduced to the different mechanics and pick each aspect of your character (name, race, class) before you're given the simple task of delivering a letter to a certain individual a few miles down the road. That's it. That's the entire opening sequence that introduces you to this strange world. The main quest, like may parts of the game, is like a jigsaw puzzle; at first obscure, all the different pieces come together to reveal the bigger picture. Even the simplest of quests have a hand-crafted feel to them, making each and every one special in their own way. The design of the world is fantastical; one moment you might be wandering through a washed-up village and then find yourself in a forest of giant mushrooms with surreal 'cattle' roaming the fields. It's hard to describe here why all this is significant; the subtleties are what made Morrowind so special. Neither the technology nor the graphics are what define this game; it's that sense of being a small part of a big world, being in a land like no other, doing more than just grinding a set of numbers and stats. Everything feels unique and that feeling of awe as you wonder what lies beyond this village is what draws you in. This is something the later games (particularly Oblivion) didn't quite get; setting defines the story. It's not about how advanced the graphics are whether there are spears or stats in the game; it's about the world. How does it look? How does it feel? What part are we to play in it? This Bethesda, is why we play these games: we want to enter this alien, conflicting land and more importantly, become a part of it.… Expand
  3. Dremord
    Aug 16, 2012
    8
    It's really hard NOT to love this game. Good graphics, even with the advancements we have today. Great environment. Bethesda actually developed a new world and culture in this game - something they had a hard time doing with Oblivion or Skyrim. The creative monsters and terrain made Morrowind Morrowind. The only thing missing is starting game combat (80% chance to miss), but that can beIt's really hard NOT to love this game. Good graphics, even with the advancements we have today. Great environment. Bethesda actually developed a new world and culture in this game - something they had a hard time doing with Oblivion or Skyrim. The creative monsters and terrain made Morrowind Morrowind. The only thing missing is starting game combat (80% chance to miss), but that can be looked over easily.… Expand
  4. nosef
    Jul 17, 2012
    8
    I cannot stress one thing when playing Morrowind. READ READ READ READ READ!!!!

    Seriously you need to read, you actually have to read the chat. I quit many times (about 4 times?) trying to play the game over and over, to see why people think this game is so fun. It took me a long time, but on the 5th time when I actually payed attention to the text of the NPC's and everything, the game    I cannot stress one thing when playing Morrowind. READ READ READ READ READ!!!!

    Seriously you need to read, you actually have to read the chat. I quit many times (about 4 times?) trying to play the game over and over, to see why people think this game is so fun. It took me a long time, but on the 5th time when I actually payed attention to the text of the NPC's and everything, the game isn't that bad. The Combat system isn't HORRIBLE either if you play carefully. For example if you start in the beginning with maxing two handed sword, then use a fkin two handed sword, don't use a one-handed and the missing problem will pretty much be solved.

    I haven't beat the game yet, but I well put over 15 hours now, and I'm probably only 1/10th of the way finished with everything, the game is long as crap, and it plays smoothly as well. Be patient, it really is a great game I assure you.

    By the way, READ READ READ and check your journal, make sure you actually follow the directions. That is pretty much it for me though, it is a wonderful game, but it tries your patience!    … Expand
  5. Doeren_Ithron
    Jul 15, 2012
    10
    A masterpiece, truly. I played many games and many RPG. But it is really hard to find a game, in which you actually want to return to. Now, even RPG started to be simple. Just another game to entertain you for a dozen of hours. Meh. Morrowind offer you a world so deep, that you can drown in it. There was a lot of games after Morrowind. It all better looking (Morrowind was released in 2001,A masterpiece, truly. I played many games and many RPG. But it is really hard to find a game, in which you actually want to return to. Now, even RPG started to be simple. Just another game to entertain you for a dozen of hours. Meh. Morrowind offer you a world so deep, that you can drown in it. There was a lot of games after Morrowind. It all better looking (Morrowind was released in 2001, many people forgetting it). Some of them quite interesting. But here I am again, making my way through Ashlands, keeping my eye on this cliff racers or trying to sell a stolen silver vase to a Breton trader in Peligiad... Its a nostalgia, that making players to start this game over and over again. To dive in a world of fading beauty, immerse landscapes, loneliness and adventures, waiting for you to make few steps toward it.
    Is it boring? Well, yes. If you used to hack and slash games, that pretending to be RPG, and waiting for game to spit a world right into your face, this one is not for you.
    Try to understand, that Morrowind truly offer you a different world. Explore it. Live in it. And you will be rewarded with one of the best RPG of generation.
    P.S. Than, if you want to try something new - try Tamriel Rebuilt (or other mods). Or create your own mod for Morrowind with TES Construction Set)    … Expand
  6. refdxf
    Jul 6, 2012
    10
    This is one of my top 10 games that I have played. It is one of those games that defines what you look for in other games and often makes you feel something is lacking until you go back to it.
  7. TheCommander
    Jun 28, 2012
    10
    Even years after it's release and many hours of gameplay later, I still find myself going back to this game. I think this game gave me more enjoyment then any other RPG I've ever played. Truthfully I think the only improvements Bethesda made in Oblivion or Skyrim were the graphics and combat system. Otherwise I would say that Morrowind is far better then the later sequels. The storyline,Even years after it's release and many hours of gameplay later, I still find myself going back to this game. I think this game gave me more enjoyment then any other RPG I've ever played. Truthfully I think the only improvements Bethesda made in Oblivion or Skyrim were the graphics and combat system. Otherwise I would say that Morrowind is far better then the later sequels. The storyline, quests, and factions are very deep and I loved being a wizard with a levitate spell flying all across the land. Each town has its own distinct feel and the towns don't feel copy pasted like they do in Oblivion. Perhaps the greatest thing about this game is it gave you the feeling of a treasure hunter as you could find any item at any level unlike Skyrim and Oblivion where both monsters and items level up with you. This game is a game I will always remember as a true RPG. It wasn't just a game it was an experience.… Expand
  8. tangency
    Jun 11, 2012
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My actual rating is probably 8.5, so I am going to give it a more positive review than a negative one. The game is extremely old for the technology world and it does have its flaws. The game itself is not buggy or full of glitches unless you actually go around the world trying to find them (For example, you can enter the world before completing the Census Office if you jump into the corner between the wall and the building with Sellus Gravius, but you constantly have to jump into it to get through it). The game has a lot of information to take in (and I mean a s*** ton of information) which can generally be found by reading books and adventuring as well as through the questing system. The questing does take FOREVER to complete and it is relatively linear in the sense that most quests are similar (but, hey, what do you expect it is an RPG) in some way like go kill this monster, report to this bro, etc. For anyone who says it is an MMO without the second M or O, you are an idiot (I didn't really want to go to insulting, but it is true) because the game is a SINGLE PLAYER game, not a MASSIVELY MULTIPLAYER ONLINE game. The story is intricate, and though the questing objectives are similar, the lore behind them is not. I was actually disappointed in Oblivion after playing Morrowind because of how cartoony everything became and the quests were probably just as linear (again, quests in RPG's are usually relatively linear or at least similar... Even in Skyrim). For the year this game was made it has some of the most amazing graphical detail I have seen in a game from that time period, and if you have it on the computer, you can go beyond Skyrim HD graphics. The World: The world is monstrous in Morrowind and your only form of fast travel are Silt Striders and Mages Guild teleportation (which sucks because not every place has one of these). I think it was built this way on purpose, however. It seems that Bethesda wanted people to get out and explore for things instead of stay in their comfort zones going from city to city, and only going to places quests required them to. The spell creation in Morrowind is so unlimited, that it is literally broken. You can create spells that can one shot any damned thing in the game, but you have to have a godaweful amount of money and mana to do so. Magic can also do everything for you, and is an easier way to do things then train your Lockpicking skill or whatever else (but you are supposed to try everything... Again RPG). NPC's are relatively generic because they are all based on the presets, and there are only about two voices per gender, but there are also hundreds of NPC's. I would like to see someone try to give every one of a thousand people a different voice using a thousand different voice actors. If that happened, I would commend the idiot that went out of their way to do so.
    If you want to play an RPG, then play Morrowind. Besides, it brings concepts to the other games. If you want to play a game like CoD, then play CoD. That game right there is linear. All you do is the same thing, but I don't hear complaining about that.
    All in all, if you want to play a well-made RPG, then try it out. Sure it may piss you off because you may die, and it is annoying to hit things at lower skill levels, but it has a rich culture in and of itself. Playing an RPG is all about the story and how you get to the end of it, not about how easy it is to use magic.    … Expand
  9. MarbearEstelle
    Jun 11, 2012
    10
    The most in-depth customary system I've ever seen. Not only do you get to choose exactly what kind of character you want to be, you can also customize what you wear and what your weapon does. The best Elder Scrolls game of all time, and also my very favorite game. No matter how much I play it, I always find new things to do. There are hilarious, dramatic, and OMGWHUTDOIDO moments thatThe most in-depth customary system I've ever seen. Not only do you get to choose exactly what kind of character you want to be, you can also customize what you wear and what your weapon does. The best Elder Scrolls game of all time, and also my very favorite game. No matter how much I play it, I always find new things to do. There are hilarious, dramatic, and OMGWHUTDOIDO moments that always shake it up, no matter what kind of character you are.… Expand
  10. masterbezruk
    Jun 2, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just do not understand those people who do not like the Elder Scrolls series and the third part of this magnificent epic Morrowind in particular.Ð… Expand
  11. Ansatsu83
    May 29, 2012
    9
    I can, honestly, say there is only one bad thing about this game, and at this point it is easily overlooked due to a couple mods that can fix this. In all reality it is my second favorite game of all time.

    If you like oldschool rpgs, a very large world, tons of things to do, all quest lines give you only moderate direction of where to go forcing you to have to hunt, and an overall    I can, honestly, say there is only one bad thing about this game, and at this point it is easily overlooked due to a couple mods that can fix this. In all reality it is my second favorite game of all time.

    If you like oldschool rpgs, a very large world, tons of things to do, all quest lines give you only moderate direction of where to go forcing you to have to hunt, and an overall challenge, then pick this up.

    While it is true the hit and miss system is a pain there are so many easy ways around this if you know how, if not look it up. Here is a hint, "master trainers."

    The only thing I can say about this game, and its the reason I must give it a 9 out of 10 instead of a perfect score, is that on release the graphics were not even close to dos related 3d graphics. The whole character models look terrible even by standards set 6 to 10 years before the game came out. This alone is the reason it got knocked down one point.

    Again the only issue can be resolved by mods at this point in time, the better bodies mod, better heads (discontinued but still able to be found) and morrowind enhanced (type mods) actually can make this game look graphically appealing and honestly, lets just say this, I have wasted so much time on this game and I still have not completed everything there is to do, I always find something new and I have played for ages.

    The modding community is, quite possibly, larger than oblivion and skyrim combined but this is to be expected. It is now 20 dollars on steam but I can say it is worth a lot more.

    Just be careful, if you like to be hand fed everything, please go play a bad game now and don't waste your time trying to rate this poorly or play this game, you wont look intelligent.

    Overall playtime for real gamers is expected to be around 1260 hours, give or take.    … Expand
  12. STMary
    May 15, 2012
    10
    My first 10, really one of the best games Ive played. Was disappointed with Oblivion and Skyrim, but they had tough shoes to fill...
    My only complaint is the **** cliff racers!
  13. DarkOne
    May 4, 2012
    10
    I signed up just to post a review after seeing the complaints of some people, Morrowind's charm is not the same charm oblivion, or skyrim has exactly, the combat is indeed flawed, though normal for the time, people are comparing a 2001 game with 2011 Skyrim. But the real strength of Morrowind is the world, I truly believe the devs went balance be damned, lets make a world.

    From the very    I signed up just to post a review after seeing the complaints of some people, Morrowind's charm is not the same charm oblivion, or skyrim has exactly, the combat is indeed flawed, though normal for the time, people are comparing a 2001 game with 2011 Skyrim. But the real strength of Morrowind is the world, I truly believe the devs went balance be damned, lets make a world.

    From the very start you can find very powerful items just by chance, or you can go though the entire town and rob everything in sight, turn around and buy gear. In Oblivion rare items were tied to your level so not to be unbalancing, and everything had a "Reasonable price" but in morrowind if you are smart enough, and quick enough, while exploring a random cave, find a very powerful artifact, worth more then every merchant in the game owns. Balanced? Probably not, but that sort of incentive to explore every cave, collect every artifact, makes this game truly a gem. In the two following games, the reason to explore is just simply gone, As artifacts are really not worth the effort made to obtain them, Nor are they hidden away.    … Expand
  14. Cygnus6300
    Apr 25, 2012
    10
    I loved this game. As older game in modern gaming society, it seems really tedious and boring. But as a more classic RPG, this game is the best. What I like most about it is not so much the combat, but the imagination, history, and freedom put into it. Plus when you've played it a million-something times (like i have) you can just download a mod/ quest pack, and the game becomes new again!I loved this game. As older game in modern gaming society, it seems really tedious and boring. But as a more classic RPG, this game is the best. What I like most about it is not so much the combat, but the imagination, history, and freedom put into it. Plus when you've played it a million-something times (like i have) you can just download a mod/ quest pack, and the game becomes new again! Personally, i rate all other RPG's against this game.… Expand
  15. CoreOfDeath
    Mar 13, 2012
    6
    The game is just too big for itself.So many repetitive areas and identical npc's and very similar quests.It would have been better if the world was half its size and that half sized morrowind would be filled with many diffrent quests and areas but of course the game was made in 2002 so you cant blame them but as i said before,itÅ
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. Loffruin
    Feb 10, 2012
    4
    This game has good and bad things about it. Mostly bad.
    On the large island of Morrowind things are getting interesting. With a large population of bugs and other animals this game is mostly fighting thugs, worms, and other stupid animals. The combat in this game is probably the worst ever. Unless you are a natural at it, prepare to die. A lot. The combat made me so mad, I quit. After    This game has good and bad things about it. Mostly bad.
    On the large island of Morrowind things are getting interesting. With a large population of bugs and other animals this game is mostly fighting thugs, worms, and other stupid animals. The combat in this game is probably the worst ever. Unless you are a natural at it, prepare to die. A lot. The combat made me so mad, I quit. After about three hours of solid gameplay, I made a good conculsion:

    This game might have been good in 2002, but now it's a disgrace to Bethesda's name and title.    … Expand
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. bonniewithbeer
    Jan 8, 2012
    10
    My favourite game of all time. It took me a while to get into it, because it is so confusing at first, but well worth it. I enjoyed being part of the guilds much more than in Oblivion and Skyrim because: foremost that you had to be a certain skill level to rise the ranks, secondly that it had ranks at all (Skyrim), and thirdly because of the long time you spent with the guild made you moreMy favourite game of all time. It took me a while to get into it, because it is so confusing at first, but well worth it. I enjoyed being part of the guilds much more than in Oblivion and Skyrim because: foremost that you had to be a certain skill level to rise the ranks, secondly that it had ranks at all (Skyrim), and thirdly because of the long time you spent with the guild made you more loyal to them, and your guildmates.… Expand
  23. stoutcarrot
    Dec 27, 2011
    9
    Morrowind is probably the best RPG I've ever played. It's truly free-roaming with almost no bounds. The game play is addicting. The drawback is the ridiculous amount of walking around, trying to reach places without fast-travel. Plus many of the towns and regions are pointless or repetitive, limiting the seemingly free-roam feel.
  24. ws5ev
    Dec 9, 2011
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played. Thank you Bethesda!
  25. DrCola
    Nov 28, 2011
    10
    This is still the best elder scrolls game, even after skyrim, how can I word this any other way? I cant put this game into words, thats how cool it is. PS : This game does not have COD AIDS (cod aids is an infection in the video game industry that makes the entire game about shooting anything that moves and ducking behind explosive barrels to magically heal, IN OTHER WORDS, ITS NOT AThis is still the best elder scrolls game, even after skyrim, how can I word this any other way? I cant put this game into words, thats how cool it is. PS : This game does not have COD AIDS (cod aids is an infection in the video game industry that makes the entire game about shooting anything that moves and ducking behind explosive barrels to magically heal, IN OTHER WORDS, ITS NOT A MAINSTREAM FPS, ALL THE PEOPLE VOTING THIS DOWN WANT A MAINSTREAM FPS)… Expand
  26. OneVoice
    Nov 22, 2011
    10
    Damn this game!! This was my original video game heroin. Before I played this game I only played video games very rarely, like during a long vacation. But this game gave me a glimpse of what a video game can be when it's at it's best. Ever since I seem to always be on a search to find games that allow me to sink into the world within the game so deeply. There's only be a few games since IDamn this game!! This was my original video game heroin. Before I played this game I only played video games very rarely, like during a long vacation. But this game gave me a glimpse of what a video game can be when it's at it's best. Ever since I seem to always be on a search to find games that allow me to sink into the world within the game so deeply. There's only be a few games since I played this one a few years back that have captured me so fully. Deus Ex, Gothic 1&2, Mass Effect 1&2 are probably the only other games I've played that would be anywhere near as good as this one. And yes, I like Morrowind a lot more than Oblivion. Oblivion was good, maybe even deserving of a 10 rating also, but the story in this one is much more interesting, and my desire to explore the nooks and crannies of the universe were much greater in this game. I don't know how many hours I spent on this game, but I do remember taking a day or two off from work just so that I could play this game. There's never been another game that has made me quite so lazy. Damn this game!… Expand
  27. hfffoman
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Morrowind has a couple of features that make it stand out above any other RPG I have played. First the story is intertwined with history as set out in books and quests and is just like reading human history. There are different accounts, different opinions, ambiguous reports. The picture you build up is incomplete and often makes you revise your judgements about which historical charactersMorrowind has a couple of features that make it stand out above any other RPG I have played. First the story is intertwined with history as set out in books and quests and is just like reading human history. There are different accounts, different opinions, ambiguous reports. The picture you build up is incomplete and often makes you revise your judgements about which historical characters are good and which are evil. Eventually you realize that just as in real life, there is often no clear boundary. Second, the game world is so convincing and lifelike, it draws you in until you feel like you have actually been there and witnessed the events. All RPGs try to do this but Morrowind (and Oblivion) do it better because the physics is better. Most games impose limits on what a character can do e.g. there is an object, therefore you cannot go there. In Morrowind, you can move anything if it is light enough and not fastened, jump on anything if your jumping skill is good enough, climb any terrain if your you have the capability. You have to try this. It is very realistic, and fun.… Expand
  28. Urshilikai
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    Absolutely amazing game after all these years. The depth of the game and lore are astounding. The open world holds hundreds of hours worth of entertainment and even more can be added with the mods from the still-active community. This is the sandbox game that all other open world rpgs should aspire to be.
  29. 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
  30. Duderoth
    Sep 20, 2011
    9
    Morrowind is such a strange, backwards experience. Most games start out flashy, and then after a while you realize how boring it really is. Morrowind is sort of the opposite. You start in the ugliest, dingiest town in the game, and it builds its way up from there. You don't really know what you're supposed to be doing when you start out--the main quest isn't even really revealed tilMorrowind is such a strange, backwards experience. Most games start out flashy, and then after a while you realize how boring it really is. Morrowind is sort of the opposite. You start in the ugliest, dingiest town in the game, and it builds its way up from there. You don't really know what you're supposed to be doing when you start out--the main quest isn't even really revealed til later--so the game motivates you to try different things and go exploring. But boy when that main quest line starts revealing itself, it is one epic tale, and it would have made as great a novel as it does a game. The sheer attention to detail in this is mind-blowing. Every area of the game feels hand-crafted, with hidden areas to explore; items, weapons and armor to collect; all sorts of enemies to test your power against; a story full of religion, politics, and conflict; and an extremely complex and rich society. It doesn't hurt that you can explore every region of the map at any point (you just might not live through the encounters you face) and uncover some very strange and exotic locales. And on that note, it's hard to have strong diversity in a game and still keep it feeling like a uniform and unique region all on its own. Once again this game succeeds, with desolation, swamp, coastline, open pastures and the like. The only criticism I have for this game is the combat. I personally do not mind the by-the-numbers real-time combat, where a low skill means you might miss, but I think transitions between melee/ranged and magic could have been better. I also would have appreciated a reason not to simply click the "best attack" button on options, and in this respect I think Daggerfall had better combat. Overall however, Morrowind is classic. Anybody who has the patience for reading a great novel would love this game, as it winds up being a game of epic proportions.… Expand
  31. Infinit
    Sep 18, 2011
    5
    Well, it's not a bad game as such but it certainly doesn't come anywhere near the hype. Sure, the story was great, and I liked the system of magic items slowly recharging, but I couldn't finish it because the combat was just so boring. Seriously, I just had to sit there and continually LMB until it died. Also, beast legs just completely ruined the immersion for me; seeing an argonianWell, it's not a bad game as such but it certainly doesn't come anywhere near the hype. Sure, the story was great, and I liked the system of magic items slowly recharging, but I couldn't finish it because the combat was just so boring. Seriously, I just had to sit there and continually LMB until it died. Also, beast legs just completely ruined the immersion for me; seeing an argonian walking like it has a mental disorder just makes me burst out laughing.… Expand
  32. TheMitherer
    Aug 29, 2011
    9
    A fabulous, unique, imaginative and very immersive world to explore which will intrigue you all the way. Concern yourself with the politics of the gods or find a peasant's lost trinket, or maybe just do a million things in between, the scope of this game is staggering. The architecture, the landscape, the inhabitants, it's all believable. So believable that armour made out of glass seemsA fabulous, unique, imaginative and very immersive world to explore which will intrigue you all the way. Concern yourself with the politics of the gods or find a peasant's lost trinket, or maybe just do a million things in between, the scope of this game is staggering. The architecture, the landscape, the inhabitants, it's all believable. So believable that armour made out of glass seems completely natural as does travelling about on the back of a giant flea type creature. Far far better than Oblivion and the only thing preventing a '10' is the end game which I felt was hugely anticlimactic ,and a final boss whose appearance reminded me of a humorous children's tv character from long ago. Also, high level characters tend to turn out very similar to each other no matter how you started them. But enough criticism - A groundbreaking game in many ways and still worthy of anyone's time even now. Surely you've tried this game at least once already?… Expand
  33. 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
  34. tommygunz
    Aug 8, 2011
    10
    I loved Oblivion until I played Morrowind. Now I can't help but think what Oblivion could have been. Absolute masterpiece.
  35. 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.
  36. Brumbek
    Jul 2, 2011
    10
    I can't say enough good things about this classic First Person RPG. This game is beyond epic. Any serious RPG fan must play this. Oblivion may have better graphics but Morrowind has true heart and soul. It's just a must-play! So buy this, download mods, then play for 100+ hours. This game deserves a Metacritic score of around 95; it's that good.
  37. okamimiyazaki
    Jun 26, 2011
    5
    Not for everyone. The world is vast and stunning and the plot and lore are well done. However, the gameplay can be very tedious and at times the world feels like it's dead. Many of the side quests simply send you on errands.
  38. KaiEkkrin
    Jun 24, 2011
    8
    Open-world exploration on an island of giant mushrooms and Dark Elves. Huge amounts to do in a fabulously realised, alien world. Intriguing main quest, so long as you can imagine the characters' voices for yourself -- because there's precious little of that. The combat system is utterly knackered, but luckily almost everything is easy to kill once you've got past about level 5. ItOpen-world exploration on an island of giant mushrooms and Dark Elves. Huge amounts to do in a fabulously realised, alien world. Intriguing main quest, so long as you can imagine the characters' voices for yourself -- because there's precious little of that. The combat system is utterly knackered, but luckily almost everything is easy to kill once you've got past about level 5. It really doesn't seem to matter.… Expand
  39. 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
  40. perroel
    Jun 10, 2011
    10
    this is the best game I've ever played. I guess modern gamers don't like it because the combat system is bad, also they want lots of action and don't want to wait very long in order to get a character that cannot miss enemies. for me the story is interesting and rich. the feeling and the adventure are best parts of this game.

    you should find help in the unofficial elder scrolls pages    this is the best game I've ever played. I guess modern gamers don't like it because the combat system is bad, also they want lots of action and don't want to wait very long in order to get a character that cannot miss enemies. for me the story is interesting and rich. the feeling and the adventure are best parts of this game.

    you should find help in the unofficial elder scrolls pages website if you need help with this game    … Expand
  41. Archontos
    May 20, 2011
    10
    Probably the best, or one of the best games I played in my life. I was lost to the world for 2 or 3 weeks when playing Morrowind. Ooops, sorry - not playing. I was LIVING in there for these 2 weeks... Huge area to visit (I totally LOVE to tour nice game worlds), filled with creatures living their own lives and stories, filled with both farms, houses, regular villages, as well as mysteriousProbably the best, or one of the best games I played in my life. I was lost to the world for 2 or 3 weeks when playing Morrowind. Ooops, sorry - not playing. I was LIVING in there for these 2 weeks... Huge area to visit (I totally LOVE to tour nice game worlds), filled with creatures living their own lives and stories, filled with both farms, houses, regular villages, as well as mysterious ruins, caves, crazy buildings. I also live the background of this world - history, races, religion, etc. Every cRPG fan (and I think also every RPG fan ;) ) that has 2 or 3 weeks of free time should play this game.… Expand
  42. Dethstar
    May 17, 2011
    10
    A true classic of legendary proportions. Brilliant game made even better by tons of modding community support.

    A much loved classic which always brings back good memories of actually having something fun to do on Sundays. *and just about every other chance I got.
  43. 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
  44. 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
  45. 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
  46. Eddyward
    Mar 11, 2011
    10
    Fantastic. Best Action-RPG I've ever played. Story was intricate and there was seemingly no limit to where you could explore. The variety of weapons is nice. I played this game long before oblivion, and I'm disappointed to see that oblivion didn't have spears or throwing weapons.
  47. Slay
    Feb 24, 2011
    9
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    Great game. I have played Morrowind hundreds of hours and I haven't bored yet.. Vast world is very captivating but I have to give Morrowind 9/10 because of the numerous glitches and several crashes.
  48. Valknaz
    Dec 15, 2010
    1
    Morrowind's combat is broken. It has no quest system. To get into cities you have to levitate into them-not walk through a door. There is no fast travel. It is a tedious and **** game, do not recommend to anyone.
  49. PithHelmet
    Oct 10, 2010
    10
    Morrowind is for passionate gamers who like the idea of deep role play. If you were to feel proud when you have served a faction or ordinary citizen, confronted and destroyed evil deities, uncovered conspiracies in religions, like the idea of fantasy politics, and more, get this game if you are a storyline centered person. If your first experience was with Oblivion and now you feel as ifMorrowind is for passionate gamers who like the idea of deep role play. If you were to feel proud when you have served a faction or ordinary citizen, confronted and destroyed evil deities, uncovered conspiracies in religions, like the idea of fantasy politics, and more, get this game if you are a storyline centered person. If your first experience was with Oblivion and now you feel as if you have run out of things to do, get Morrowind.… Expand
  50. BlackAcidDragon
    Oct 8, 2010
    10
    this game was awesome. gameplay was exceptional and i couldnt stop playing it. still plenty of places to explore and ares and things i have not even yet touched on. replayable through the years and mods to keep going at for years still lol
  51. Tubie
    Oct 2, 2010
    10
    This game is one of the best games of all time in my personal list. I still play it every now and then out of pure nostalgia. I can't even begin to imagine how many hours I've poured into this!
  52. JohnY
    Jan 24, 2010
    10
    This game is absolutely the best RPG I ever played. I played the console version 2 times through with different characters and the PC version once through. And STILL have NOT done every quest there is to do. It is a huge open world and the expansions add to it. There is countless replayability, and endless customization for making characters. And even still has a nice graphics engine for This game is absolutely the best RPG I ever played. I played the console version 2 times through with different characters and the PC version once through. And STILL have NOT done every quest there is to do. It is a huge open world and the expansions add to it. There is countless replayability, and endless customization for making characters. And even still has a nice graphics engine for it's time. It has a long and in depth story and really indulges you into the game world. I believe this is a must buy for any RPG fan and will not disappoint. Easily a 10 out of 10.… Expand
  53. PrimeXenon
    Jan 16, 2010
    10
    There's games that are criticised by intelligent people for genuine reasons, and then there's games like Morrowind that are criticised by frankly daft people with an IQ clearly lower than Ned Flanders garden hedge. The main criticism seems to be the combat - (and in-game NPC's even say this about a zillion times) to hit enemies you need a high lvl of fatigue. When you think There's games that are criticised by intelligent people for genuine reasons, and then there's games like Morrowind that are criticised by frankly daft people with an IQ clearly lower than Ned Flanders garden hedge. The main criticism seems to be the combat - (and in-game NPC's even say this about a zillion times) to hit enemies you need a high lvl of fatigue. When you think theres enemies about slow to a WALK. Is that really too taxing on your brain? Nearly every "review" I've read has criticised not being "able to hit things", I cant believe theres people still criticising the game for this a Decade after its release... It truly is pathetic. Perhaps they ought to think about bringing that Rover back?… Expand
  54. MickJ
    Jan 4, 2010
    9
    How is it possible I've to read certain things... Morrowind is a RPG, unlike Oblivion. In a RPG you have to train your skills to ACTUALLY "hit the things". If anyone wants to always hit then go playing OB or any other hack'n'slash. Pros: an incredibly well-constructed story, with a very detailed politic background, a stunning enviroment diversity, a very good, quite How is it possible I've to read certain things... Morrowind is a RPG, unlike Oblivion. In a RPG you have to train your skills to ACTUALLY "hit the things". If anyone wants to always hit then go playing OB or any other hack'n'slash. Pros: an incredibly well-constructed story, with a very detailed politic background, a stunning enviroment diversity, a very good, quite balanced skill system, same for the magic system, satisfying side-quests, a great soundtrack. Cons: too many bugs (without (un)official patches), combat system sometimes a bit "scabby" switching between phis. and mag. attacks, and I preferred more RPG style weapon attacks with random damage. Conclusion:there would be many other things to say, but the fact is that THIS is a masterpiece, to enjoy little by little, without being in a hurry.… Expand
  55. RobertT
    Jan 3, 2010
    10
    An amazing game; full of an awesome storyline that takes you through an enticing magical world... the person who reviewed before me has no idea of how great this game is...
  56. DavidL
    Nov 15, 2009
    0
    This game is so overrated... Even if the world is vast and things like that, it's so deeply flawed that I won't even give a 1/10. The fighting system gives me nightmares, when I try to kill something I have to try to swing my weapon about 10 times to actually hit the thing. This game has an extreme amount of bugs, so many that this review would be longer than the bible if I This game is so overrated... Even if the world is vast and things like that, it's so deeply flawed that I won't even give a 1/10. The fighting system gives me nightmares, when I try to kill something I have to try to swing my weapon about 10 times to actually hit the thing. This game has an extreme amount of bugs, so many that this review would be longer than the bible if I wrote them down. Many Morrowind fans say that this game is better than Oblivion, but it simply is not. If you're reading this review, don't buy this game. Ever.… Expand
  57. ImranA
    Oct 26, 2009
    9
    The best of the ES series (Better than Oblivion too, you console kids). Epic scale and wide variety of adventures to be had. It starts a little rough for people unfamiliar with open world games and the combat is less than spectacular, but these somewhat major complaints barely scratch the gem that this game is.
  58. 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
  59. FranckD
    Jul 21, 2009
    10
    There s no game yet, that have come to the deepness and size of Morrowind. Especially for those that don tlike to be grabbed by the hand and understand the real meaning of an adventure and understand concept of P&P Role Playing Game... Oblivion compared to Morrowind is a failure. And still today 2009 due to the awesome quantity of mods, i still play Morrowind, while Oblivion has been sold There s no game yet, that have come to the deepness and size of Morrowind. Especially for those that don tlike to be grabbed by the hand and understand the real meaning of an adventure and understand concept of P&P Role Playing Game... Oblivion compared to Morrowind is a failure. And still today 2009 due to the awesome quantity of mods, i still play Morrowind, while Oblivion has been sold after 3 weeks of weak gameplay, options and tale. I hope, but surely ain t waiting, that Oblivion V will be as grand as Morrowind. IF the company can only backtrack to its RPG heart as were Daggerfall and its predecessor i´ll be happy.… Expand
  60. ChrisR
    Jul 6, 2009
    10
    Fantastic story, amazing graphics with an astonishing range of beautifully detailed environments. Literally hundreds of hours of interesting side-quests. You can master everything with one character so there's no need to play though several times. You can literally become an invincible godlike figure and still encounter various challenges. Dwarfs virtually every other RPG i've Fantastic story, amazing graphics with an astonishing range of beautifully detailed environments. Literally hundreds of hours of interesting side-quests. You can master everything with one character so there's no need to play though several times. You can literally become an invincible godlike figure and still encounter various challenges. Dwarfs virtually every other RPG i've ever played. A truely incredible feat of game engineering. My favourite game of all time.… Expand
  61. KyleR
    Jun 27, 2009
    9
    This game is almost perfect. I can spend countless hours playing it, learning new things about the backstory, finishing quest, or just exploring. The thing I love most, is how endless it really is. There are just so many atrifacts, little side quest, big side quests, factions, silly characters and easter eggs. The list just goes on, and on, and on. If I were someone planning on buying This game is almost perfect. I can spend countless hours playing it, learning new things about the backstory, finishing quest, or just exploring. The thing I love most, is how endless it really is. There are just so many atrifacts, little side quest, big side quests, factions, silly characters and easter eggs. The list just goes on, and on, and on. If I were someone planning on buying this game, which I am, because I sold my Xbox, I would buy the Game Of The Year Edition, and get Tribunal and Bloodmoon.… Expand
  62. Ryanb
    Jun 16, 2009
    9
    This is one of the best games ever, i compare so many games to this, and they almost never come close to being so engaging. The joy of exploring this dense and diverse world, will leave you coming back for more, and more. While today its hard to find the graphics amazing, now that the game has been out for 7 years, they are still well done, and the concepts solid. The main weakness is the This is one of the best games ever, i compare so many games to this, and they almost never come close to being so engaging. The joy of exploring this dense and diverse world, will leave you coming back for more, and more. While today its hard to find the graphics amazing, now that the game has been out for 7 years, they are still well done, and the concepts solid. The main weakness is the combat system, which in the early levels of your character will be incredibly frustrating, but as you progress this becomes less and less of an issue. You basically miss a lot until you get some decent skills. The sheer number of items, weapons and armors has yet to be matched in a game. This game is far better then its successor oblivion. If you are into a good story, and a world filled with intriguing lore then this is the game for you. This is perhaps the only game where you pickup a book and you can actually read it, and not only can you but you want to because it further immerses you in the world. Add the huge user content community and you have hands down the best RPG to ever grace the pc.… Expand
  63. Brandon
    Dec 16, 2008
    10
    This only game that I have replayed several times using other player classes and haven't even finished the main quest! This is because, with the numerous guilds, its ridiculous, if not impossible, to experience them properly the first time through. Bought it was it was released in 02', still playing it now in 08' with unfortunately(?) nothing to replace it. I've tried This only game that I have replayed several times using other player classes and haven't even finished the main quest! This is because, with the numerous guilds, its ridiculous, if not impossible, to experience them properly the first time through. Bought it was it was released in 02', still playing it now in 08' with unfortunately(?) nothing to replace it. I've tried the better bodies mods which actually look better than Oblivion bodies but with one caveat - you must have clothes meshes.… Expand
  64. smejki
    Nov 1, 2008
    8
    Since Fallout2 and Baldurs gate2 I haven't played so huge and complex game. Just great atypical story for fantasy RPG(more political than fantasy). Original skilling. Beautiful design.
    But I found that this game is completely unreplayable after you once finish it. I tried very very hard but really I just knew to much of the wolrd.
  65. RobertB
    Aug 21, 2008
    6
    The island of Morrowind is a large, well-realized world rich with lore and backstory which ties in well with the lengthy main quest and many optional side quests and guild affiliations. Unfortunately, the actual game-play is boring, one-dimensional, and extremely poorly balanced. Magic is either overpowered, with single spells making entire skills like Acrobatics or Lockpicking trivial, The island of Morrowind is a large, well-realized world rich with lore and backstory which ties in well with the lengthy main quest and many optional side quests and guild affiliations. Unfortunately, the actual game-play is boring, one-dimensional, and extremely poorly balanced. Magic is either overpowered, with single spells making entire skills like Acrobatics or Lockpicking trivial, or underpowered. In combat, magic is virtually useless unless you use really cheap tactics. Some things about the game sound good in theory, but in practice just don't work, such as skill advancement through skill use (in order to advance your magic skills to a usable level, you pretty much have to repeatedly cast spells out of combat). Fortunately, the PC version of this game has a host of mods available which patch up a lot of the game's flaws, but some of the underlying problems go unaddressed. The trick to enjoying Morrowind is not to think of it as a fun or exciting game, but more as an interactive storybook.… Expand
  66. 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
  67. SalmanA.
    Aug 7, 2008
    0
    15 hours until you get to the main part of the main quest? That's not impressive, that's just poor game design. Vague instructions and directions as to where to go, piss poor combat that leaves you swinging your weapon more minutes at a time before you hit anything, so on. Trying to get some info from a NPC? Be prepared to spend a good 5 minutes getting anything out of them ,if 15 hours until you get to the main part of the main quest? That's not impressive, that's just poor game design. Vague instructions and directions as to where to go, piss poor combat that leaves you swinging your weapon more minutes at a time before you hit anything, so on. Trying to get some info from a NPC? Be prepared to spend a good 5 minutes getting anything out of them ,if anything. I understand that there may be a good game in here, but there's just too much misery to go through to get to it. This isn't even counting the horrible bugs abd technical issues.… Expand
  68. [Anonymous]
    Dec 22, 2007
    10
    This is the best game in the world. Way better than oblivion, but thats my opinion.
  69. huntercreed
    Oct 28, 2007
    1
    THIS GAME SUCKS to many fucking glitches its bullshit i sat there for 3 hours had some good shit
    then hit a glitch on a table and it saved and i couldnt move had to reset twice fuck this game ive already broken it into 18 peices and burned it its case it being melted as well AS I SAID THIS GAME SUCKS!!!!!!!
  70. UlliL.
    Aug 20, 2007
    10
    In my opinion Morrowind is even better than the better-looking oblivion.
  71. SavvasV.
    Aug 13, 2007
    10
    Magical. I played this game so many times and I still find it magical. What I find annoying is the creatures reapearing soon after you kill them.
  72. AsbjørnS.
    May 22, 2007
    10
    There's not much to say. The most impressive and complex RPG that I've played, and I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon it back in 2002.
  73. ChrisE.
    May 10, 2007
    10
    This game was not only good in warfare but the graphics where at its peak.
  74. KrisM.
    Feb 24, 2007
    8
    Morrowind is an amazing game that you can play for 10 minutes or for 10 hours. The only problem I felt was the fighting. The swordplay was a bit boring. Another is the sense of overwhelming you get when playing this. For someone indecisive like me, it's very hard to choose what to do. But overall, it's an amazing game.
  75. DustinB.
    Oct 25, 2006
    3
    God was thing game boring. Unless you enjoy wandering across vast empty spaces filled with identical monsters and npc's jumping to raise you 'acrobat' skill, skip it. They designers created a vast world but didn't bother to create any compelling reasons to visit any of the various locals. For the most part they all look the same and contain the same generic monsters God was thing game boring. Unless you enjoy wandering across vast empty spaces filled with identical monsters and npc's jumping to raise you 'acrobat' skill, skip it. They designers created a vast world but didn't bother to create any compelling reasons to visit any of the various locals. For the most part they all look the same and contain the same generic monsters and npcs. It also has some of the most repetitive and uninteresting combat I've ever seen. Quests are boring and nearly identical. Overall this game feels like a poorly made MMO only it's missing the second 'M' and the 'O'. The 'massive' monicure certainly applies, but it ends up just feeling empty and pointless.… Expand
  76. RyanS.
    Sep 25, 2006
    10
    Absolutely fantastic game, one of (if not THE) best game I have ever played. Open-ended and incredibly free, the sense of character development and exploration is incredible.
  77. JB
    Aug 11, 2006
    8
    A good, solid RPG with some interesting lore to uncover and a centuries' old mystery to solve. Everything about this game is good except for its balance: the only way to excel at playing this game is as a 'tank mage', and there is only one race that really does well at that, in essence only creating the illusion of choice in racial selection. (I.E. play Breton). The replay A good, solid RPG with some interesting lore to uncover and a centuries' old mystery to solve. Everything about this game is good except for its balance: the only way to excel at playing this game is as a 'tank mage', and there is only one race that really does well at that, in essence only creating the illusion of choice in racial selection. (I.E. play Breton). The replay value of this game becomes considerably less once you realize this. Still worth getting.… Expand
  78. ArandomRPGlover
    Jun 18, 2006
    10
    This just has to the the best ever game in the world! Everything about it is just so brill, it is faultless in every way, a beautiful game, love it to bits! Played to death, I will soon have to buy a new copy! I can't wait to get Oblivion!
  79. TweetyT.
    Mar 22, 2006
    10
    The best RPG game I ever played, enough for months of playing. With plugins, such as Better Bodies it looks awesome.
  80. TempletonT.
    Mar 11, 2006
    10
    I have played this game more than any other in the history of videogames.
  81. SiggiJ.
    Feb 28, 2006
    7
    A decent RPG with an incredibly amount of content. Unfortunately, quests are linear and NPC interaction is primitive. There is alot of lore and background information for the enthusiast, but the storywriting lacks quality. In some situation, the game forces the player to make specific choices to proceed which may contradict the character's personality. Feedback to player decisisons A decent RPG with an incredibly amount of content. Unfortunately, quests are linear and NPC interaction is primitive. There is alot of lore and background information for the enthusiast, but the storywriting lacks quality. In some situation, the game forces the player to make specific choices to proceed which may contradict the character's personality. Feedback to player decisisons is lacking, the gameworld feels static and lifeless.… Expand
  82. D.1
    Oct 8, 2005
    10
    The best.
  83. AlistairD.
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    best game EVER. Only problem is my computer isn't quite up to full specs needed. Will have to buy new computer before oblivion comes out.
  84. J
    May 9, 2005
    10
    This is probbaly the greatest crafted RPG you could hope for, too bad it was single player only, but Elder scrolls players are not open minded and turn down the idea. The storyline took me 3 months to figure out, and a lot of moving. It also presents you with interesting challenges like not being bale to instantly travel to every city. Items were not overpowered, and many looked awesome This is probbaly the greatest crafted RPG you could hope for, too bad it was single player only, but Elder scrolls players are not open minded and turn down the idea. The storyline took me 3 months to figure out, and a lot of moving. It also presents you with interesting challenges like not being bale to instantly travel to every city. Items were not overpowered, and many looked awesome for tis time. Morrowind is definently the rpg for the average gamer.… Expand
  85. GrantH.
    Apr 18, 2005
    10
    This game kicks as much butt as Jet Li.
  86. DavidW.
    Nov 27, 2004
    10
    Morrowind is a fantastic RPG! I prefered it to every other game I have ever played (tomb raider, half life, doom, neverwinter, etc). The world is beautifully drawn, exciting quests, and just plain fun to wander. Be sure to check out the islands far out in the oceans!
  87. AdamH.
    Nov 18, 2004
    10
    This is and will remain the best game i have ever played in my entire life. If you dont like this game you can't handle a world of possibilities and freedom, therefore you are dumb.
  88. Al
    Oct 31, 2004
    9
    It is my favrite RPG ever, giving you a true feel that you are in control. A few bugs but not enough to keep me from playing.
  89. MindaugasT.
    Jul 8, 2004
    10
    BEST GAME!!!
  90. Caticus
    Jun 5, 2004
    9
    Brilliant... A few bugs prevent it getting a 10, but still the best!
  91. QueijoM.
    Oct 22, 2003
    10
    Best RPG ever. Period.
  92. BrendanT.
    Jul 2, 2003
    10
    Im nowhere near done the game but from what I have played, It kills all other Pc Games(that I have)
  93. BasK.
    May 8, 2003
    10
    Now this is more like it!
  94. DavidL.
    Mar 18, 2003
    10
    I spend all my time playing this game!!!
  95. TynanL.
    Mar 14, 2003
    10
    This game is by far one of the best games i have ever seen the graphics are amazing, the game play is involved and it just keeps calling you back to play it over and over again.
  96. Enthasius
    Mar 1, 2003
    8
    The RPG which tries to not only break the mould, but destroy it as well. It succeeds, but unfortunatly, is victim to all of the bugs of a game where it has been made unique. It also suffer's from repetition, heavy slow down on a moderate computer, and a overly simple combat system which lets it all down. The difficulty is also a problem, as it gets too easy, too fast as soon as you The RPG which tries to not only break the mould, but destroy it as well. It succeeds, but unfortunatly, is victim to all of the bugs of a game where it has been made unique. It also suffer's from repetition, heavy slow down on a moderate computer, and a overly simple combat system which lets it all down. The difficulty is also a problem, as it gets too easy, too fast as soon as you figure out how things work. Thankfully, there are so many mods to improve on this game's short-comings, and if your good enough you can make your own modification, be it a book, all the way to a whole new story. Try it, but only if you have the time and patience to immerse yourself into the world.… Expand
  97. SeanW.
    Feb 16, 2003
    10
    A wonderful game in scope and gameplay. Tech issue there are but maybe more people should take the time to read the system req. and not just the fluff about a game.
  98. MarkS.
    Jul 31, 2002
    9
    Bugthesda has done it again. Great game, one of the top 5 rpg's so far, but kilotons of technical issues and picograms of support. I must say though that they had the first patch up before the shring wrap cooled, but don't try asking anyone a question.
  99. ZéLuís
    Jul 6, 2002
    8
    An excellent not linear RPG. This is the best game of The Elder Srolls serie. Very, very good.
  100. SolidusRaptors
    Jun 27, 2002
    9
    Fantastic game but, for me, just after baldur's gate II.
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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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