OpenTESArena is an effort to modernize Bethesda’s inaugural title in the Elder Scrolls series, aiming to replace its original engine with a new technology stack that supports Windows, Mac, and Linux. The project intends to replicate all game aspects while introducing quality-of-life enhancements.

After years of development, OpenTESArena recently released a significant update, now incorporating features such as climbing, jumping, and swimming. These changes add fundamental interactions expected from a first-person RPG.

This reimagined version preserves the aesthetic of the original game while enhancing gameplay fluidity and resolution. The project’s ambition is to create a simpler user interface, eliminating clutter and making the game more accessible to new players.

Despite the progress, critical elements like enemy AI and RPG stats are still under development, and it may take several more years to reach completion. Meanwhile, numerous other Elder Scrolls projects continue to attract attention, such as the Unity remake of Daggerfall and the anticipated remaster of Oblivion.