The project was first unveiled to the public in September 2021, but since then, only vague rumors have circulated about its fate. Now, it appears that instead of the long-awaited release, fans might be in for some disappointing news. This is according to Alex Smith, the former head of Bend Studio and a key figure behind the iconic Syphon Filter series.
On his X account, Smith claimed that work on the SW: KotOR Remake has been completely halted, contradicting Saber Interactive's 2024 statement that development was ongoing. He further stated that some employees were reassigned to other projects, while others faced layoffs. If these claims are accurate, it would be a devastating blow to fans eagerly anticipating a remake of the beloved RPG.
It's important to note that Smith has a track record of providing reliable insider information. He accurately hinted at an upcoming announcement from Housemarque, which later proved true. However, his predictions regarding the release dates of Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yotei were off the mark, suggesting that his statements should be approached with some skepticism.
As of now, official representatives from Saber Interactive and Aspyr have not commented on this matter, leaving fans uncertain about the future of the SW: KotOR Remake project.