
The eagerly anticipated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (KotOR) Remake was first introduced to the public in September 2021. Since then, however, only vague rumors have swirled around its progress, leaving fans hopeful yet uncertain. Recent developments suggest that instead of the much-anticipated release, fans might face disappointing news. This unsettling information comes from Alex Smith, the former head of Bend Studio and a key figure behind the iconic Syphon Filter series.
On his X account, Smith disclosed that the development of the SW: KotOR Remake has been entirely stopped. This claim contradicts Saber Interactive's earlier statement in 2024, where they asserted that the project was still in development. According to Smith, some team members have been reassigned to different projects, while others have unfortunately been laid off. If these revelations hold true, it would deliver a devastating blow to the dedicated fanbase eagerly awaiting the remake of this legendary RPG.
It's important to highlight that Alex Smith has a history of sharing credible insider information. For instance, he accurately hinted at an upcoming announcement from Housemarque, which indeed came to fruition. However, his track record isn't perfect; his predictions about the release dates for Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yotei were off the mark, suggesting that his latest claims should be approached with cautious optimism.
As of now, neither Saber Interactive nor Aspyr have provided any official statements regarding these developments, leaving the future of the SW: KotOR Remake shrouded in mystery and keeping fans on edge as they await further updates.