The highly anticipated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake, first teased in September 2021, remains shrouded in mystery. Recent reports suggest the project may have been indefinitely halted, dashing the hopes of many fans. This concerning news comes from Alex Smith, former head of Bend Studio and a veteran of the acclaimed Syphon Filter series.
Smith's X post claims that development on the SW: KotOR Remake has ceased, contradicting Saber Interactive's 2024 statement that the project was still active. He alleges that some team members have been reassigned, while others have unfortunately been laid off. Were this information to be confirmed, it would represent a devastating blow to those eagerly anticipating the iconic RPG's remake.
It's important to note Smith's track record. While he has previously leaked accurate insider information—for example, correctly hinting at a new Housemarque game—his predictions regarding Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Tsushima release dates proved inaccurate. Therefore, his latest claims should be approached with cautious optimism.
As of yet, Saber Interactive and Aspyr, the studios involved, have not publicly addressed these allegations, leaving the future of the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake uncertain.
