Star Wars eclipse: Update on development

In the past year, concerns have arisen regarding the progress of Quantic Dream's Star Wars Eclipse. The game, which was announced over four years ago with an impressive CGI trailer, is still in the development phase and seems far from completion. This article discusses the current status of the project, key dates, and what we can expect for the future.

Current status of Star Wars eclipse

Star Wars Eclipse is set in the High Republic era, a period that has not been explored in great detail in the Star Wars gaming world. Despite the initial hype surrounding the announcement, a recent report indicates that the completion of the game may still take years. According to insiders, there is a possibility to accelerate the development timeline by expanding the development team, but this expansion is hindered by concerns from Quantic Dream's parent company, NetEase.

Financial concerns from NetEase

NetEase has expressed reluctance to make further investments in Quantic Dream without a clear long-term vision. This impacts the development capabilities and the future of Star Wars Eclipse. The launch of Spellcasters Chronicles, a free multiplayer game released earlier this year by Quantic Dream, is now seen as crucial for the studio's financial situation. The success or failure of this game will ultimately determine whether NetEase is willing to continue investing in Quantic Dream.

Spellcasters Chronicles and implications for development

Spellcasters Chronicles, Quantic Dream's first free-to-play game, has had little success so far. On Steam, the game peaked at 888 concurrent players, but currently, the number is only 73 within 24 hours. If the financial performance of Spellcasters Chronicles does not improve, it could have serious implications for NetEase's investment strategies and undermine the development of Star Wars Eclipse.

The future of Star Wars Eclipse remains uncertain with the current challenges in funding and development. The studio has not confirmed a specific release date, and it seems we will have to wait a while longer before learning more about this promising addition to the Star Wars universe.