Baldur’s Gate 3 is celebrated for its rich, meticulously crafted chaos, and early glimpses of the next Divinity project suggest Larian Studios is doubling down on that signature unpredictability. It’s hardly surprising, then, that the creative minds behind these acclaimed RPGs harbor deep admiration for other eccentric classics of the genre.
Larian’s Director of Publishing, Michael “Cromwelp” Douse, is a notable fan of what remains Bethesda Game Studios’ most surreal and daring endeavor: The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind. Released in 2002, this landmark title is cherished for its alien landscapes, bizarre humor, and unapologetically complex mechanics. For many, the experience feels like a vivid fever dream—one that begs for a high-fidelity reimagining in the vein of a modern remaster.
Douse recently weighed in on the prospect of a remake, challenging the perspective of Bethesda veteran Bruce Nesmith. Nesmith had previously suggested that a Morrowind remake might fail to meet expectations, arguing that returning players would likely “cringe” at the outdated systems despite their nostalgic attachment. Douse, however, contends that a capable developer could breathe new life into the title, asserting that a modernized version would “sell like fucking hot cakes.”
Ok call me optimistic but there is a very technically qualified developer out there that would happily remake Morrowind with a modern combat system and it would sell like fucking hot cakes https://t.co/pDO1HDYGVX
— Michael Douse (@Cromwelp) February 1, 2026
Douse continued his optimistic take with a lighthearted challenge: “Mission to find Bethesda’s Bloober: go.” This refers to Bloober Team, the studio that successfully tackled the high-pressure Silent Hill 2 remake. The logic holds weight; looking at the hypothetical success of an Oblivion remaster, which would likely dominate sales charts upon release, a Morrowind overhaul would likely generate even more fervor given its status as the series’ most iconic cult favorite.
The gaming community seems to share Douse’s enthusiasm. Social media threads are currently buzzing with fans declaring they would dive back into Vvardenfell in a heartbeat. While some argue that the original’s clunky combat is part of its charm and shouldn’t be touched, the consensus remains clear: the appetite for a return to Morrowind is massive.
As the wait for The Elder Scrolls 6 continues, the dream of a modernized Morrowind remains a frequent topic of conversation among RPG enthusiasts.
