Why Star Wars’ KOTOR Remake Can Afford to Leave Tatooine as It is

Why Star Wars' KOTOR Remake Can Afford to Leave Tatooine as It is

As a gamer with countless hours logged in the Star Wars universe, I can confidently say that Tatooine is as iconic as it gets. From the original 1977 film to the recent TV shows and games, this desert planet has been a staple of the franchise, and I’ve seen more than my fair share of sandy vistas and moisture farms.


In the universe of Star Wars, there are many famous planets, but some truly stand out as they feature in the most thrilling action scenes, crucial dramatic events, and hold significant ties to the principal characters. Over the years, Tatooine has consistently met these criteria, making appearances in numerous Star Wars films, series, books, and games such as Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic.

The initial planet viewers encountered in the 1977 film Star Wars, Tatooine, holds a deeply cherished spot among fans. It’s only fitting that numerous fans who have since created Star Wars content have aspired to incorporate Tatooine into their work. However, when it comes to reimagining the Tatooine from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, developer Saber Interactive need not fret excessively about making alterations.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake Doesn’t Need to Focus Too Much on Tatooine

Star Wars Has Explored Tatooine to Death in Recent Years

Over the past several decades, the planet Tatooine has shown up frequently in various Star Wars media, and this trend seems to be increasing with time. From multiple appearances in The Mandalorian, serving as the main setting for The Book of Boba Fett, and bookending the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, Tatooine has played a significant role in live-action Star Wars productions over the last few years. This is merely the tip of the iceberg.

Besides the films, Tatooine has been a recurring setting in numerous Star Wars video games for many years now. In recent times, it can be found in EA’s Star Wars Battlefront series and LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. However, its most recent incarnation in the gaming world was within Ubisoft’s Star Wars Outlaws, where it underwent a remarkably detailed transformation into an open-world environment.

Despite its ability to evoke a strong sense of nostalgia and provide ample opportunities for fan-service tied to Star Wars, Tatooine has become rather predictable in recent times. Though Saber Interactive must ensure Tatooine is included in the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake, they shouldn’t invest excessive resources into making significant alterations to the planet. With many fans growing weary of revisiting Tatooine, Saber should focus more on developing less familiar planets like Taris and Manaan for a fresher experience in the remake.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic’s Tatooine Is Already Beloved

One significant reason Saber Interactive may want to preserve the essence of Tatooine in the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake is because the original 2003 version of the planet remains a defining aspect of the gameplay experience. The Tatooine from KOTOR has been instrumental in creating some of the game’s most memorable moments, such as dealing with Malak’s Dark Jedi enforcers on the dusty streets, encountering HK-47, infiltrating the Tusken Raider camp, and ultimately battling a Krayt Dragon.

The intricate details of Tatooine as portrayed in Knights of the Old Republic remain robust even after more than a decade, despite requiring an update and improvements to its mechanics. The core structure and daily life on the planet still hold up well.

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2024-09-14 23:33