The much-anticipated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (SW: KotOR) Remake was first revealed to the public in September 2021. Since then, only vague rumors have swirled around its development, leaving fans eagerly awaiting any concrete news. Unfortunately, recent updates suggest that instead of a long-awaited release, fans might be facing disappointing news. Alex Smith, the former head of Bend Studio and a key figure behind the iconic Syphon Filter series, has shared concerning information about the project's status.

On his X account, Smith stated that the development of the SW: KotOR Remake has been completely halted. This claim contradicts Saber Interactive's earlier statement in 2024, where they affirmed that the project was still in development. According to Smith, some team members have been reassigned to other projects, while others have been laid off. If these assertions hold true, it would deal a devastating blow to the hopes of fans who have been eagerly anticipating the remake of this beloved RPG.

It's important to consider Smith's track record when evaluating his claims. He has previously provided accurate insider information, such as hinting 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 responded to these claims, leaving fans in a state of uncertainty regarding the future of the SW: KotOR Remake.