In a move that left fans puzzled and confused, Sony removed the trailers of the much-anticipated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake from its YouTube channel.
Star Wars aficionados who were eagerly awaiting the game for PlayStation 5 showed concern, with many listening to a rumor about what this action might signify.
Sony, aiming to quell rising uncertainties, clarified that the reason was due to an expired music license. Speaking with Kotaku, a Sony spokesperson stated, "As part of normal business, we delist assets with licensed music when the licenses expire."
On its face, this would seem like a routine administrative hiccup, but this is where the situation becomes intriguing. Trailers are nothing new in the vast galaxy of Sony's YouTube channel. There are still various Star Wars game trailers that have aged a decade or more, and yet they remain undisturbed. This particular delisting begs the question: Why not just renew the license for the KOTOR remake?
The plot thickens when considering the music in question: the iconic Star Wars theme, a tune that falls under the Disney empire. So, why would Sony, a powerhouse in its own right, opt against renewing a license for a trailer of such a high-profile game? One possibility is financial prioritization. While it's not a direct indication of the game's cancellation, it's a sign of a reduced financial focus on this project.