Morrowind was released in 2002 alongside several iconic isometric RPGs, showcasing a first-person/third-person perspective that was quite revolutionary at the time. Despite its innovative mechanics, players often found the gameplay less than satisfying due to randomized mechanics.

Today, with the advent of mods like OpenMorrowind and OpenNevermind, players can experience Morrowind from a top-down perspective reminiscent of classic CRPGs, featuring click-to-move mechanics and zoom functionality to carefully interact with the environment.

YouTuber Mehrunes Mike has recently showcased the combination of these mods, adding new features such as an action bar and elements from games like Baldur’s Gate 3. This significantly enhances the gameplay experience, although the mod may struggle with the extensive inventory management typical of a Morrowind player.

Throughout his playthrough, Mike primarily retained the top-down view, completing Morrowind’s main storyline and exploring its vast world, though he occasionally reverted to a first-person view to interact with items that were challenging to access from above.

For those interested in trying this new perspective, the mods OpenMW and OpenNevermind are available for download. What began as an April Fool’s joke has turned into a beloved project among the Morrowind community, who embrace its quirks.