Respawn is hard at work forging the next chapter in the adventures of the surviving Jedi. According to new clues, development on *Star Wars Jedi 3* began as early as three years ago, and Cal Kestis himself is in for a significant time jump. Electronic Arts clearly intends to shape the story’s finale into a powerful, mature drama.
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How Long Has *Star Wars Jedi 3* Been in Development, and When Can We Expect an Announcement?
A considerable amount of time has passed since the release of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, but publisher Electronic Arts made it clear right away that the franchise wouldn’t be left to rest. Cal Kestis’s story is definitely set to continue. According to reputable insider Jeff Grubb, production on the third installment kicked off almost immediately after the previous game went gold. This means the team at Respawn has been meticulously polishing the project for roughly three years—a substantial timeframe.
It stands to reason that an official announcement for *Star Wars Jedi 3* is now looming on the horizon. However, fans probably shouldn’t get their hopes up for an reveal at the upcoming summer showcases; the developers may very well choose to hold their cards close to their chest in favor of hosting their own dedicated event.
A Mature Cal Kestis and an “Obi-Wan” Vibe: Plot Details from Tom Henderson
The biggest surprise for eager fans may turn out to be a shift in the timeline. In a recent episode of the *Insider Gaming* podcast, Tom Henderson shared some intriguing insider info: in the next game, Cal Kestis will be noticeably older. Just how significant this time jump will be remains a mystery. However, such a narrative choice gives the writers a great deal of creative freedom. Instead of a youthful fugitive, we will get a seasoned, battle-hardened master—a true parallel to Obi-Wan Kenobi during his years of exile. He will be a warrior who is still damn good with a lightsaber, but who now bears the heavy burden of profound loss and difficult decisions. A dark and serious tone for the game is all but guaranteed. Such a time skip would allow Respawn to weave the narrative into the broader *Star Wars* canon far more organically. A more mature protagonist would be able to directly influence the fate of surviving Force-wielders and mount genuine resistance against the Empire, rather than merely hiding in the shadows from the Sith. We will have to wait for official press releases. However, if *Star Wars Jedi 3* is indeed envisioned as the trilogy’s grand finale, then the protagonist’s coming of age represents a step in an absolutely right direction.
