If you really were waiting on news about the upcoming 3D remastering of “Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace,” then you’re in luck, because according to Slash Film and TheForce.Net, the 3D version of the first part of George Lucas’ epic story is set to be released to theaters February 10, 2012.

The official word from StarWars.com includes this telling paragraph:

Star Wars is perfectly suited to the immersive 3D theatrical experience, and Episode I delivers some of the Saga’s most stunning and spectacular sequences — from the Naboo invasion to the Tatooine Podraces to the climactic lightsaber battle between Darth Maul and the Jedi. Supervised by Industrial Light & Magic, the meticulous conversion is being done with utmost respect for the source material, and with a keen eye for both technological considerations and artistic intentions.

Personally, I’m sure that watching “Star Wars” in 3D would be exciting (how could it not be?), but is it really necessary? Will it add anything to the story that’s not already in the movie? Not really. Will it be especially lucrative due to long time fans and Star Wars fanboys? YES. But, that’s not to say that it won’t be entertaining, or at the very least, eye-catching. I’ll let you be the judge.

The Phantom Menace 3D Poster