Quantic Dream’s long-awaited Star Wars: Eclipse* has inched closer to a delayed 2028 release, but the game’s development is now mired in uncertainty after its backup MOBA mode fell apart. The shift leaves gamers questioning whether this narrative-driven experience will ever see the light of day—or if it will fade into another abandoned Star Wars project.
The original plan for Eclipse was to blend a single-player story with a competitive MOBA-style multiplayer, but that direction has reportedly been scrapped. Without a clear replacement or new vision, NetEase’s involvement in the project has also reportedly ended, leaving Quantic Dream without its key partner. This raises serious doubts about whether Eclipse will ever materialize as intended.
For gamers invested in Star Wars’ narrative-driven experiences, this is a stark contrast to past titles like TIE Fighter and Jedi: Fallen Order. Those games delivered on their promises, offering deep storytelling and immersive gameplay. Eclipse, if it reaches completion, would have aimed to build on that legacy—but with its development now in limbo, the future of this project is far from certain.
What’s next for Star Wars: Eclipse? If Quantic Dream can stabilize its development without NetEase, there’s still a chance for a 2028 release. But without a clear roadmap or new funding, this game could become another casualty of Star Wars*’ troubled expansion era.
