It’s no wonder and comforting to hear that some studios remain steady amid turbulence. Quantic Dream, the creative force behind Star Wars Eclipse, recently made headlines as they confirmed their stability despite recent upheavals at NetEase. With a heartfelt message from CEO Guillaume de Fondaumière on LinkedIn, the studio aims to soothe any unrest among fans and employees.
Quantic Dream expressed deep sorrow over the layoffs and studio closures affecting parts of the NetEase family. In his statement, de Fondaumière emphasized that their thoughts were with those impacted and wished them swift new opportunities. He further reassured everyone that both Paris and Montreal locations are thriving and actively hiring to bolster their teams for ongoing projects.
Their partnership with NetEase began in 2019 when they acquired a minority stake in Quantic Dream. This relationship blossomed into full ownership last year, aligning with shared visions for future developments. Impressively, 2024 marked a record revenue milestone for Quantic Dream spurred by strong back-catalog sales, most notably from Detroit: Become Human, which enjoyed an uptick of two million units sold globally.
“The developments of our current projects are progressing as planned,” de Fondaumière noted, affirming their commitment to delivering high-quality experiences moving forward.
This reassurance comes at an enjoyable time for Quantic Dream as they work on several titles, including their most expected project yet, Star Wars Eclipse. Earlier reports indicated this action-adventure game set in the High Republic era might be released in 2026. However, challenges have arisen in staffing due to troubling allegations regarding workplace culture within the studio’s walls.
The high hopes surrounding Star Wars Eclipse, described as featuring multiple-character branching narratives, keep growing. Just last month, Quantic Dream’s Vice President hinted that development is currently “simmering.” The excitement is intense; will this latest entry into the Star Wars universe live up to its predecessors?
