A Full Star Wars: KOTOR 2 Remake Was In Development - Report

GameSpot
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:41:00 +0000

A full remake of Obsidian Entertainment's Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2, codenamed "Juliet," was in development by Aspyr and Lucasfilm Games but has been put on hold as of March 2025. The remake aimed to modernize the 2004 RPG with updated graphics and gameplay while retaining the original story. Additionally, it was set to include cut DLC content, which was blocked by legal issues. The KOTOR remake by Saber Interactive is still in progress.

2025-12-08 | GamesRadar+: A "full remake" of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2 with "modern gameplay" and an improved ending is "on the road map," according to Lucasfilm Games exec

Lucasfilm Games VP Douglas Reilly confirmed that a full remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2, codenamed "Juliet," is in development, featuring modern gameplay and an improved ending. This follows the troubled remake of KOTOR 1, now being developed by Mad Head Games. The project aims to incorporate content cut from the original game, which faced legal issues regarding DLC for the remaster. The remake is still on track despite these challenges.

2025-12-08 | IGN: Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2 Remake Plans Revealed as KOTOR 1 Reimagining Continues Development at Saber

Saber Interactive's remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is reportedly still in development, with a potential KOTOR 2 remake, codenamed "Juliet," also discussed. Lucasfilm Games VP Douglas Reilly confirmed plans for a full KOTOR 2 remake with modern graphics and gameplay, including previously cut content. The KOTOR remake is now being developed by Mad Head Games, with updates indicating ongoing progress since its announcement in 2021.

2025-12-09 | Rock Paper Shotgun: A Star Wars: KOTOR 2 Remake was "technically on the roadmap" as of March 2025, court docs reportedly reveal

Court documents reveal that a remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2 was "technically on the roadmap" as of March 2025, following the original KOTOR remake. Lucasfilm Games VP Douglas Reilly mentioned the project, codenamed Project Juliet, aimed to modernize the game while retaining its story and characters. The status of the KOTOR 2 remake remains uncertain, especially given the troubled development of the first game's remake.

2025-12-09 | Push Square: Star Wars: KOTOR 2 Remake Is Also on the Cards, Includes Cut Content

Speculation about a re-reveal for the long-awaited Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake may occur this week, with reports indicating that a remake of its sequel, Knights of the Old Republic 2: The Sith Lords, is also planned for March 2025. This remake is expected to include previously cut content. This information emerged from court documents related to a lawsuit against Aspyr Media and Lucasfilm concerning the Nintendo Switch port of the first game.