Summary
You know those fantastic characters from the classic Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic video game, Darth Malak and Bastila Shan? Well, Hasbro is releasing figures of them with a fresh and detailed twist! It’s like they’ve performed a makeover on the characters, with Malak now sporting a more pronounced chest plate and a loose tunic instead of a bodysuit, and Bastila rocking some upgraded shoulder pads and a new hairstyle. This is happening amid some drama with the game’s remake, which switched developers due to some hiccups, but it’s still on track to release. So, this could be Hasbro’s way of keeping the hype alive. Trust me, these figures will be the crown jewels in any Star Wars collection when they drop in summer 2023!
Key Points
• Hasbro has released new images of their upcoming Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic-inspired figures, Darth Malak and Bastila Shan, revealing updates to their designs.
• The figures were debuted at London Comic Con 2022 and feature costume details not seen in the original 2003 game.
• Hasbro is expanding its Star Wars Black Series and Force FX Elite lines, with the latter including a Darth Revan lightsaber with a removable, color-changing blade.
• The release of these figures may be tied to the anticipated remake of Knights of the Old Republic, despite recent development issues with the game.
• Hasbro plans to release the Darth Malak and Bastila Shan figures in summer 2023.
Background
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is a beloved video game first released in 2003. It is set in the Star Wars universe, 4,000 years before the events of the original films. The game was critically acclaimed for its narrative, characters, and gameplay. Darth Malak and Bastila Shan are two significant characters from the game.
Future Implications
Hasbro’s release of these figures and the expansion of its Star Wars lines suggests a continued interest in the Knights of the Old Republic franchise. This could lead to more merchandise or even further remakes of games in the series. The success of the figures and the upcoming game remake could influence future Star Wars-related product releases and games.
