Star Wars: KOTOR Remake Canceled: Rumor

The highly anticipated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (KotOR) Remake was first unveiled to the public in September 2021, sparking excitement among fans. Since then, however, only vague rumors have circulated about its development. Now, it appears that fans might face disappointing news instead of the long-awaited release. This unsettling update comes from Alex Smith, the former head of Bend Studio and a key figure behind the legendary Syphon Filter series.

On his X account, Smith stated that work on the SW: KotOR Remake has been completely halted. This assertion comes despite Saber Interactive's claim in 2024 that development was still ongoing. According to Smith, some team members have been reassigned to other projects, while others have unfortunately been laid off. Should this information be verified, it would deliver a devastating blow to fans who have been eagerly awaiting the remake of this iconic RPG.

It's important to consider Smith's track record; he has previously provided reliable insider information. For instance, he hinted at an upcoming announcement from Housemarque, which indeed came to fruition. However, his predictions about the release dates for Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yotei were off the mark, suggesting that his statements should be approached with a degree of caution.

As of now, official representatives from Saber Interactive and Aspyr have not commented on these developments, leaving fans in suspense about the future of the SW: KotOR Remake project.