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Saber’s new business boss says the KOTOR remake will ‘hopefully’ be out in 2028
Saber Interactive’s new business chief has said the remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is “hopefully” expected to arrive in 2028. The wording indicates that the date is an aspiration rather than a confirmed release window, underlining the project’s uncertain and lengthy development.
The remake was first announced in 2021 and has since faced reports of major development disruption, including a change in studios. A 2028 launch would place it roughly seven years after its announcement, making this the clearest recent indication that work on the game is continuing.
In short
- Saber hopes to release the KOTOR remake in 2028.
- The date is not a firm commitment.
- Development has been lengthy and disrupted.
Explained simply
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is a video game originally released in 2003 that became one of the most successful Star Wars games ever made. The game was praised for its storytelling and gameplay, and it developed a large and dedicated fan base. A remake means developers are rebuilding the game for modern gaming systems and audiences.
Saber Interactive, an American video game developer, announced in 2021 that it would remake the game. The project has faced significant difficulties in development, including reports of major disruptions and a change in which studio is overseeing the work. These challenges have left the project's progress uncertain.
Because the original game remains influential and has many devoted fans, updates on the remake's status attract widespread attention. The remake also represents a substantial Star Wars project, which is relevant to both fans of the franchise and the video game industry more broadly.