Star Wars Eclipse’s lead writer has left Quantic Dream to start a new studio

The lead writer on Star Wars Eclipse has left to start his own studio.

Adam Williams, who joined Quantic Dream in 2015, posted a message on his LinkedIn page (as spotted by TheGamer) announcing that he had left the studio and has founded his own.

“After almost 10 years at Quantic Dream, I am leaving to found a new studio, together with a group of very talented designers and developers,” Williams wrote.

“We can’t say too much just yet. We are working on something very innovative, very special and, for now, very secret. More on that soon.

“I’ve already been in touch with many of you guys at Quantic Dream and Lucasfilm, to thank you for everything on Detroit and Eclipse. It’s been a great adventure.

“A big thank you to the team, for taking this leap with us, and to the investors, for being the ideal partners on the next adventure. More on that, also, soon.”

Williams was also the lead writer on Detroit: Become Human, and took on the lead writer role for Star Wars: Eclipse in December 2021.

Quantic Dream first announced Star Wars: Eclipse during The Game Awards in December 2021, where it was said to be in early development.

“Star Wars Eclipse is the first video game to be set in an uncharted region of the Outer Rim during The High Republic era, known as the golden age of the Jedi,” the company said at the time.

“The game will build upon Quantic Dream’s expertise in delivering deeply branching narratives and will go beyond their already established acclaim. Player’s choices will be at the heart of the experience, as every decision can have a dramatic impact on the course of the story.”