No, a direct sequel to Star Wars: Republic Commando, which was titled Star Wars: Imperial Commando, was ultimately canceled.
The Fate of a Star Wars Sequel
Released in 2005, Star Wars: Republic Commando garnered a dedicated fanbase for its unique tactical first-person shooter gameplay and gritty depiction of elite clone troopers. Following its success, a sequel was indeed planned and was known as Star Wars: Imperial Commando.
The Canceled Sequel: Imperial Commando
Star Wars: Imperial Commando was intended to continue the story from the original game, likely following Delta Squad's missions under the newly formed Galactic Empire. However, despite being a planned follow-up, development on Imperial Commando ceased, leading to its cancellation. This means that a direct continuation, often referred to by fans as Republic Commando 2, never materialized beyond its conceptual or early development stages.
Why No Official Republic Commando 2?
The cancellation of Star Wars: Imperial Commando effectively closed the door on a traditional sequel to Republic Commando. In the video game industry, canceled projects are generally not revisited years later, especially when the development teams and intellectual property ownership structures have changed significantly over time. While the original game remains a beloved classic, the window for an official, direct "Republic Commando 2" based on the planned sequel has long passed due to its prior cancellation.
