First reported by Tech4Gamers, recent job listings have surfaced, signaling the development of another thrilling installment in the Star Wars Jedi game series.
Following the positive reception of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, which launched in April of this year and continued the story of 2019’s Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, it comes as no surprise that EA is considering a new chapter in Cal Kestis’ gripping adventure. However, the timing of this news caught many of us off guard.
Job Listings Hint at an Expanding Universe
The first job listing, featured on EA’s careers portal, seeks a Senior VFX Artist specifically for the upcoming “Star Wars Jedi” game. Meanwhile, the second listing is for a Senior Combat Designer, focused on the Star Wars Team, and more specifically, the talented team at Respawn Entertainment, known for their work on Star Wars Jedi.
Of particular interest is the first job listing, which highlights the need for experience with Unreal Engine 4 and even mentions that familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 would be a plus. This raises the question: could the next Star Wars Jedi game be developed using Unreal Engine 5? Fans can only hope.
Director’s Vision and the Potential for a Trilogy
In an enlightening excerpt from an IGN Unfiltered interview with director Stig Asmussen, he expresses his desire for a trilogy, stating, “I always wanted to see this as a trilogy.”
When considering this statement alongside the job listings and the overall success of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, it appears highly likely that a third game may have already received the green light and is swiftly moving into development. However, it’s important to note that the gap between Fallen Order and Survivor was four years, implying that we may still have some waiting to do.
While it’s important to approach these new job listings with a level of skepticism, as they could be significant or merely coincidental, it seems increasingly probable that Cal Kestis’ journey is far from over. The potential for a third Star Wars Jedi game is both tantalizing and thought-provoking. What are your thoughts on the prospect of another thrilling chapter in this beloved gaming series?
