Is the Star Wars Jedi Finale Just Setting Fans Up for Disappointment?

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According to recent announcements, Respawn’s Star Wars Jedi series is planning to conclude with a third installment, marking the end of this engaging tale. However, it’s important to note that Cal Kestis might still appear in future Star Wars games or media. What this does imply, though, is that the Jedi series will likely come to a close as a trilogy and possibly phase out the Stinger Mantis crew, along with any unresolved storylines or loose ends not already addressed in either Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order or Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Interestingly, despite the expansive gameplay in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, some might argue that the series could have ended satisfactorily after Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order due to its open-ended finale.

With his comrades Cere Junda, Greez Dritus, Merrin, and BD-1, Cal contemplates destroying the Jedi holocron they’d spent the entire game searching for. The reason being that the children listed on it could live freely without persecution if the holocron no longer existed. As Star Wars Jedi: Survivor concludes, it hints at a continuing storyline with the Hidden Path, but leaves open the possibility of what a potential sequel might bring. Both Jedi games, particularly Fallen Order, have been cautious about the magnitude of Cal Kestis’ influence on the broader Star Wars universe lore.

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is a Droplet in an Ocean

In a departure from typical Star Wars narratives, Fallen Order presents an intriguing deviation. The character of Cal Kestis, who assumes the role of both a loyal Jedi Padawan and a refugee, could have been stereotypical and one-dimensional. However, the way Cal navigates situations and interacts with other characters is richly nuanced, offering depth beyond initial expectations.

In its own right, Fallen Order gleans from the wider Star Wars universe’s legitimacy yet chooses its own path; it weaves an authentic narrative without causing unnecessary controversy, while the events remain no less poignant or critical. The act of destroying the holocron is a decision that aligns with the characters’ motivations, and at the same time, provides Respawn with a clever means to avoid delving deeper into a plot that could lead to more extensive and grandiose repercussions.

To preserve the continuity of longstanding Star Wars tales, the conclusion of “Fallen Order” was crafted to maintain a personal, tightly-woven narrative. Currently, neither Cal Kestis nor his Stinger Mantis companions have appeared or been mentioned in any other Star Wars stories.

The Effect of Star Wars Jedi’s Third and Final Game May Be Weightless

As a gamer, I’ve found myself standing on the precipice of an epic journey with “Star Wars Jedi: Survivor“. The pressure is immense as it must build upon its predecessor’s story while navigating the delicate eggshells of canon. It’s no easy task to replicate, and the sequel to Survivor is no exception.

A more linear or focused narrative could make the gameplay smoother, but if this is truly the last installment in the “Jedi” franchise, it needs to leave no loose ends untied and etch a lasting impression on the IP as a whole. The return of Darth Vader for a second time might not be too shocking at this point, and Cal’s quest for sanctuary for himself, his loved ones, and the Hidden Path is likely to lead him into one final confrontation.

In the third part of the game, Bode Akuna emerged as the main adversary in the story, much like someone Cal encounters in the third installment might follow a similar character trajectory. Regardless of how the story unfolds, it’s likely to end with Cal’s journey either concluding definitively (such as his death) or leaving room for further exploration, and regardless of Respawn’s choice, the outcome is unlikely to have a significant impact on the overall Star Wars timeline due to Akuna’s current anonymity in the series.

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2025-02-01 04:44