What changed in The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition in 2026
67 updates · 9 main milestones · Feb 10, 2026 to Jul 28, 2026
- 6 eventsMorrowind Now Playable in Browsernew content
OpenMW has been compiled to WebAssembly, allowing players to run Morrowind directly in their browser without installation.
SteamMorrowind Now Playable in Browsernew contentOpenMW has been compiled to WebAssembly, allowing Morrowind to run directly in a browser without installation.
SteamGraphics Improvements for Browser PortperformanceEnhancements include improved shadows, water reflections with custom shaders, and per-pixel lighting.
SteamBrowser Version FeaturesgameplayThe browser version supports saving progress, controller support, and mod support, with potential for multiplayer and a mod manager.
SteamGraphics Enhancements for Browser PortperformanceThe browser port includes improved shadows, water reflections with custom shaders, and per-pixel lighting.
SteamBrowser Version FeaturesgameplayThe browser version supports saving progress, controller support, and mod support, with potential for multiplayer and a mod manager.
Steam - 36 eventsImproved installation wizard for OpenMWquality of life
The installation wizard now auto-detects existing Morrowind installations more effectively.
SteamNew magic effects creation for moddersnew contentModders can now create magic effects through OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamImproved installation wizard for OpenMWquality of lifeOpenMW's wizard now auto-detects existing Morrowind installations more effectively.
SteamNew magic effects creation for moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create magic effects through OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamFixed gamepad menu navigation issuesbug fixMinor annoyances with gamepad menu navigation introduced in the previous release have been addressed.
SteamImproved installation wizard for OpenMWquality of lifeOpenMW's wizard now auto-detects existing Morrowind installations more effectively.
SteamEnchantments can be cast by all charactersgameplayThe ability to cast enchantments is no longer limited to characters who can equip items.
SteamEnchantments not limited to equippable charactersgameplayHostile creatures can now use enchantments, making them more dangerous.
SteamFix for thrust attack causing game breakbug fixPassing a thrust attack to actor controls no longer breaks the game.
SteamGamepad Menu Navigation Issues Resolvedbug fixMinor annoyances with gamepad menu navigation introduced in the previous release have been fixed.
SteamFixed thrust attack causing game breakbug fixPassing a thrust attack to actor controls no longer breaks the game.
SteamNew magic effects creation for moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create magic effects through OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamImproved installation wizard for OpenMWquality of lifeOpenMW's wizard now auto-detects existing Morrowind installations more effectively.
SteamEnchantments not limited to equippable charactersgameplayThe ability to cast enchantments is no longer limited to characters who can equip items.
SteamEnchantments can be cast by all charactersgameplayThe ability to cast enchantments is no longer limited to characters who can equip items.
SteamMagic effects creation through scripting APInew contentMilestoneModders can now create magic effects through OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamGamepad menu navigation issues fixedbug fixMinor annoyances with gamepad menu navigation introduced in the previous release have been resolved.
SteamFix for gamepad menu navigation issuesbug fixMinor annoyances with gamepad menu navigation introduced in the previous release have been resolved.
SteamFix for thrust attack breaking the gamebug fixPassing a thrust attack to actor controls no longer breaks the game.
SteamFixed thrust attack causing game breakbug fixPassing a thrust attack to actor controls no longer breaks the game.
SteamFix for gamepad menu navigation issuesbug fixMinor annoyances with gamepad menu navigation introduced in the previous release have been resolved.
SteamImproved Installation Wizardquality of lifeOpenMW's wizard now auto-detects existing Morrowind installations more effectively.
SteamFix for thrust attack breaking the gamebug fixPassing a thrust attack to actor controls no longer breaks the game.
SteamNew magic effects creation for moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create magic effects through OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamEnchantments Available to All CharactersgameplayThe ability to cast enchantments is no longer limited to characters who can equip items.
SteamThrust Attack No Longer Breaks Gamebug fixPassing a thrust attack to actor controls no longer breaks the game.
SteamImproved installation wizard for OpenMWquality of lifeThe installation wizard's auto-detection of existing Morrowind installations has been improved.
SteamFixed gamepad menu navigation issuesbug fixMinor annoyances with gamepad menu navigation introduced in the previous release have been addressed.
SteamMagic Effects Creation for Moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create magic effects through OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamEnchantments can be cast by all charactersgameplayThe ability to cast enchantments is no longer limited to characters who can equip items.
Steam - 21 eventsCompatibility with Existing Savesquality of life
Players can continue using existing saves with the patched versions.
SteamAll Characters Can Cast Enchantmentsbalance changeSteamAll Characters Can Cast Enchantmentsbalance changeSteamAll Characters Can Cast EnchantmentsgameplaySteamCustom Magic Effects Support for Moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create custom magic effects using OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamCustom Magic Effects Support for Moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create custom magic effects using OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamAll Characters Can Cast Enchantmentsbalance changeThe update allows all characters to cast enchantments.
SteamCompatibility with Existing Savesquality of lifePlayers can continue using existing saves with the patched versions.
SteamGamepad Menu Navigation Improvementsbug fixAnnoyances with gamepad menu navigation have been fixed.
SteamFile Format Change for New SaveschangesNew saves cannot be used in old versions due to a file format change.
SteamCompatibility with Existing Savesquality of lifePlayers can use existing saves with the patched versions without starting over.
SteamGamepad Menu Navigation Improvementsbug fixAnnoyances with gamepad menu navigation have been fixed.
SteamCustom Magic Effects Support for Moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create custom magic effects using OpenMW's scripting API.
SteamCompatibility with Existing Savesquality of lifePlayers can continue using existing saves with the patched versions.
SteamGamepad Menu Navigation Improvementsbug fixAnnoyances with gamepad menu navigation have been fixed.
SteamCustom Magic Effects Support for Moddersnew contentMilestoneModders can now create custom magic effects using OpenMW's scripting API.
Steam - 3 eventsCombat Overhaul with Perfect Block Mechanicsgameplay
The N'Garde mod enhances melee combat by introducing a perfect block mechanic that allows players to stagger opponents.
SteamRevised Hit Chance System in N'Garde Modbalance changeThe mod offers a balanced overhaul of Morrowind's controversial hit chance system, improving combat feedback.
SteamN'Garde Mod Introduces Sekiro-Style Parry to MorrowindmoddingA new mod for the OpenMW source port adds a Sekiro-style perfect block parry and overhauls the percent-chance-to-hit system.
Steam - 1 eventPlayable Mahjong Game Added to Morrowindnew content
A new mod called Mazte allows players to engage in a playable Mahjong card game in various inns across Vvardenfell.
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