Quantic Dream Announces Competitive Multiplayer Game as Work on Star Wars: Eclipse Continues
Quantic Dream, the French studio behind acclaimed narrative titles such as Detroit: Become Human, Heavy Rain, and Beyond: Two Souls, has revealed that it is developing a competitive multiplayer game. The news came directly from studio co-founder David Cage in a blog post published on the studio’s official website, signaling a bold new direction for a developer best known for its single-player cinematic storytelling.
“For over 28 years, Quantic Dream has been pushing the boundaries of interactive storytelling,” Cage wrote in the announcement. “After years as a single-project studio, we decided to take a new step. Multiple teams are fully dedicated to crafting the next generation of great games, including something very different, a competitive multiplayer experience, born from the same spirit of curiosity and creativity that has always defined us.”
Cage acknowledged that this shift will likely surprise long-time fans, admitting that the project represents unfamiliar territory for the studio.
“This new title may surprise our fans as it is very different from what we have done so far. But taking risks, challenging ourselves, exploring new ways of playing and telling stories, and attempting what seems impossible has always been part of our DNA. We know how demanding it is to create something new. Earning the trust of players, standing out in such a competitive space, and introducing fresh concepts is incredibly challenging. And since we have no legacy in this genre, we know we have everything to prove.”
He concluded by stressing that player feedback and support will play a vital role in shaping this new project.
In the same post, Cage confirmed that development on Star Wars: Eclipse is still progressing, reassuring fans who feared the project had gone quiet.
“Of course, development of Star Wars: Eclipse continues, and we are eager to share more with you in the future.”
The last major update regarding Star Wars: Eclipse came in 2023 when it was described as being “in a simmering phase.” Since then, the project has faced some notable changes, including the departure of its lead writer, who had also worked on Detroit: Become Human.
Quantic Dream’s decision to move into the multiplayer space marks a significant departure from its roots in choice-driven, narrative-focused experiences. The studio’s past games have centered on cinematic storytelling and emotional engagement rather than online or competitive gameplay.
This move is seen as both a creative risk and a strategic gamble, as many studios with strong single-player backgrounds have struggled when attempting similar transitions. However, with the backing of NetEase Games, which acquired Quantic Dream in 2022, the studio appears ready to diversify and expand its creative scope.
Industry journalist Jason Schreier described the announcement as “a surprise,” noting that very few studios known for single-player storytelling have successfully adapted to multiplayer game development.
A company with decades of single-player experience pivoting to multiplayer? Well, it worked for Anthem, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, FBC: Firebreak, Redfall, Marvel's Avengers, and all those PlayStation games
— Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier.bsky.social) October 16, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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Despite the risks, Quantic Dream remains optimistic. The studio’s ability to blend emotional storytelling with innovative gameplay mechanics could allow it to stand out in a highly competitive market.
Cage’s statement reflects a studio at a turning point, striving to evolve while maintaining its creative identity. Whether this new project will redefine Quantic Dream’s legacy or stretch it too far remains to be seen, but the company’s commitment to experimentation is unmistakable.
With Star Wars: Eclipse still in active development and a brand-new multiplayer IP on the horizon, Quantic Dream is entering one of the most ambitious phases in its history.
