The anticipated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake, originally announced in 2021, is reportedly still in development by Saber Interactive. Despite concerns regarding the project's viability and the shift in development from Aspyr to Saber Interactive last year, insider sources maintain that work on the remake continues. The game was initially expected to release as a fully reimagined version for PC and PlayStation 5.

Challenges have beset the KOTOR remake's journey, with an indefinite pause in development due to unsatisfactory progress in the eyes of Lucasfilm and Sony. The departure of key members of the development team, such as art director Brad Prince and design director Jason Minor, compounded issues. Embracer has since been tight-lipped on the project's status, even during financial presentations, with CEO Lars Wingefors choosing to abstain from fueling further headlines.

Considering the original Knights of the Old Republic's legacy as a hallmark of Star Wars games and western RPGs, anticipation for the remake remains high. However, the release timeline is now murky, with initial aims for a late 2022 launch proving overambitious. Speculations now suggest a 2025 release could be more feasible.

Fan apprehension grew as related promotional content disappeared from official Sony channels, which was attributed to music licensing issues. Adding to the uncertainty, Embracer Group is currently undergoing extensive restructuring that has resulted in significant layoffs, closures, and potential studio sales, such as Gearbox, the developer behind Borderlands.

The news comes amid a wave of updates including layoffs at developer Volition and continued market growth for the Nintendo Switch. Industry watchers and fans of the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic series are keeping a keen eye on any developments regarding the title's future.