September 18th 2024.
The highly anticipated Star Wars Jedi: Survivor has finally been released for PS4 and Xbox One. Fans of the series have been eagerly waiting for this sequel, and it looks like it will be the final installment in the franchise. EA has confirmed that the game is already in development and is well on its way to completion.
The previous game in the series, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, was a major success. It not only marked the first high-quality single-player Star Wars game in recent times, but it also proved that there is still a market for single-player games. However, EA's commitment to story-driven games has been wavering, and it seems like they are more focused on their subscription services like EA Play and Game Pass.
During an investor presentation, EA revealed that over 40 million Star Wars fans have connected with the protagonist of Fallen Order, Cal Kestis, and his journey to becoming a powerful Jedi. However, they did not specify the sales numbers, which could include subscriptions and other factors. They also confirmed that Respawn, the developer of the game, is working hard on the final chapter of Cal's story, meaning that this will be a trilogy for the character.
Although series creator Stig Asmussen has left Respawn and will not be involved in the third game, he always intended for it to be a trilogy. This suggests that he had a general story plan in mind, leaving fans curious about what will happen to Cal in the final game. Actor Cameron Monaghan, who portrays Cal in the game, has expressed interest in playing the character in a live-action adaptation. However, with Disney cutting down on spending for Disney+, it is uncertain if this will ever happen.
EA did not mention a release date for the third game, which has not been officially announced yet. However, considering that there was a four-year gap between Fallen Order and Survivor, it is safe to assume that the final game may be released in 2027. Asmussen's departure from Respawn may have slowed down the development process, but there is still hope that the game will be released in the near future.
After the conclusion of the trilogy, it is unclear what will happen to the Star Wars gaming franchise. EA originally had exclusive rights to develop Star Wars games, but now the license is shared among multiple publishers. In 2022, EA announced a strategy game, a first-person shooter, and Star Wars Jedi 3. However, the strategy game was never mentioned again, and the first-person shooter, rumored to be tied to The Mandalorian, was reportedly canceled when EA laid off hundreds of staff earlier this year.
There is speculation that EA's decisions may have been influenced by the underperformance of Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws. As for other Star Wars games, nothing has been heard about Quantic Dream's Star Wars: Eclipse, the Knights of the Old Republic remake, or Amy Hennig's unnamed game in a while. It is possible that some, if not all of these projects, have been canceled.
Only time will tell what the future holds for the Star Wars gaming franchise. For now, fans can enjoy the latest release, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, and keep their fingers crossed for future announcements. To stay updated on all things Star Wars gaming, be sure to follow us on social media, sign up for our newsletter, and share your thoughts with us in the comments section.
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