Star Wars has a unique narrative rhythm, reminiscent of poetry—a sentiment echoed by George Lucas himself. The excitement was palpable when it was announced that Knights of the Old Republic, lauded as one of the greatest Star Wars video games of all time, would receive a grand remake. However, plans largely unraveled, leaving many fans uncertain about the fate of Revan and the much-anticipated project. Just when we thought the excitement had dimmed, rumors emerged that another beloved title from the franchise, The Sith Lords, may also be in line for a remake.
This flicker of hope stems from an in-depth report by Stephen Totilo’s Game File, which dives into legal discussions surrounding the fan-created content for Knights of the Old Republic II. The report reveals that Aspyr, who previously worked on the 2021 modernization of Knights of the Old Republic, was also in the early stages of developing a project codenamed “Project Juliet,” a faithful remake of KOTOR II.
“Juliet was the codename for a project where we were going to do a full remake of KOTOR 2,” stated Douglas Reilly, a vice president at Lucasfilm Games, as quoted in the depositions obtained by Game File. He continued, “The project aimed to retain the core story and characters while modernizing the graphics and gameplay for current hardware.”
Initially released just a few months after the original game in late 2004, The Sith Lords was crafted by the legendary RPG studio, Obsidian. This sequel follows a new Jedi character, the Exile, who reconnects with the Force five years post the events of the first game, all while navigating a galaxy that believes the Jedi have been nearly eradicated by the Sith.
Fans regard The Sith Lords with mixed emotions. Many praise its deeper narrative complexity and exploration of morality, while some criticize its rough execution due to a rushed development cycle that resulted in unresolved plot points and numerous cut contents. Much of this hidden material adds an intriguing layer to the experience for players.
An essential part of the narrative surrounding this game is the Sith Lords Restored Content Modification (TSLRCM), a renowned fan-made mod that brought many of the cut scenes and dialogue back into the game. While TSLRCM became a staple for PC players, it was almost available on consoles following Aspyr’s announcement of a Nintendo Switch port in 2022.
Initially, Aspyr planned for the Switch version of KOTOR II to include TSLRCM content, marking a significant milestone for console players. But in a surprising turn, just a month and a half post-release, the company scrapped these plans. Legal complications with Disney regarding credits for the mod’s content were cited as the reason.
The uncovered legal docs from Game File indicated that the original agreement with modders fell through, but interestingly, they also suggested that the ongoing remake of KOTOR II was intended to integrate this cut content. The lingering question remains: Is the KOTOR II remake still progressing? As of March 2025, “Project Juliet” was indicated as still in development, though there are no updates to confirm its current status—leaving fans hanging in uncertainty.
Only time will reveal the fate of the KOTOR duology, but a glimmer of hope keeps the conversation alive.
Is there a planned remake for KOTOR II? Yes, according to legal documents, there was an intention to develop a remake known as “Project Juliet,” but its current status remains unknown.
What are the chances of seeing The Sith Lords restored? The project is under consideration, influenced heavily by the success of fan mods like TSLRCM.
Why did Aspyr cancel the TSLRCM content for the Switch version? The cancellation was due to legal concerns from Disney regarding crediting for the mod’s content.
How does The Sith Lords compare to the original KOTOR? The sequel delves into more nuanced themes and has a darker tone, despite its initial rough edges.
When was the original KOTOR II released? The game debuted in late 2004, just 18 months after the first title in the series.
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