Overview
- Larian publishing lead Michael Douse said a remake with a modern combat system "would sell like hot cakes," posting his view on Twitter.
- Douse argued RNG-driven mechanics do not mesh with first-person action and floated a VATS-style approach as a possible solution.
- His remarks follow recent comments from former Bethesda designer Bruce Nesmith, who said replaying Morrowind today would make many players "cringe."
- Fans pushed back across Reddit and comment threads, defending the original’s world and writing while expressing interest in a remaster or remake.
- Journalists pointed to 2025’s strong Oblivion Remastered sales as evidence of demand, though Bethesda has not announced any Morrowind project.