The eagerly anticipated SW: KotOR Remake project was first introduced to the public back in September 2021. Since then, the gaming community has been buzzing with speculation and hope, but only vague rumors have surfaced regarding its development. Now, it appears that instead of the much-anticipated launch, fans might be facing disheartening news. This unsettling update comes from Alex Smith, the former head of Bend Studio and a key figure behind the iconic Syphon Filter series.
In a recent post on his X account, Smith declared that the development of the SW: KotOR Remake has been entirely stopped. This contradicts Saber Interactive's earlier statements from 2024, where they claimed the project was still in progress. Smith further elaborated that some team members have been shifted to other projects, while others have unfortunately been laid off. Should these claims hold true, it would mark a devastating end to the hopes of many fans yearning for a revamped version of the legendary RPG.
It's important to note that Alex Smith has a history of sharing insider information that has proven accurate. He was the one who hinted at Housemarque's upcoming game announcement, which indeed came to fruition. However, not all his predictions have been spot-on; his forecasts for the release dates of Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yotei were off the mark, suggesting a need for caution when considering his statements.
As of now, neither Saber Interactive nor Aspyr, the companies involved in the project, have issued any official statements addressing these claims. This leaves the future of the SW: KotOR Remake shrouded in uncertainty, keeping fans eagerly awaiting any concrete updates.
