Summary
TheStar Warsfranchise may be best known for its iconic heroes and epic battles, but as any dedicated fan knows, the galaxy far, far away wouldn’t be what it is without the creative names behind it. George Lucas has been both praised and derided over the years for his creation and expansion of the sci-fi series, but in the years since he pennedStar Wars' first script, many other artists have left their mark on the franchise. One such artist is Dave Filoni, Lucas' longtime apprentice and creator of such pivotal series such asStar Wars: The Clone WarsandStar Wars Rebels. Now, Filoni’s hard work has resulted in a significant promotion.
Filoni was recently promoted to Chief Creative Officer at Lucasfilm, after his years spent shapingStar Wars' storytelling, and off the back ofAhsoka’s widely celebrated first season. It’s a move that seems like a natural progression for the seasoned writer and director, and the question now is how this promotion might affect futureStar Warsprojects. Filoni typically worked with the franchise’s television projects in the past, but now that he’ll essentially have a hand in all creative decision-making, it’s possible he’ll have a hand in video games as well. If that’s the case, fans could start to see subtle changes inStar Wars' gaming space.
Dave Filoni’s Storytelling Could Find Its Way Into Star Wars Games
One thing it’s important to make clear at the start is that Dave Filoni’s potential influence overStar Warsgames likely won’t have much to do with gameplay. His role pertains to the storytelling side of things at Lucasfilm, and is very unlikely to extend to any aspect of game development or publishing. That said, Filoni’s storytelling style and future vision for theStar Warsfranchise could very well find their way intofutureStar Warsgames.
Filoni has cemented himself as a multi-faceted storyteller. He can craft both extended narratives or shorter stories, and he can make them feel as intimate or grand as he likes.Ahsokais a strong example of this balance, as it covers both the close familial relations of theGhostcrew fromStar Wars Rebels, while also setting up the intergalactic consequences ofGrand Admiral Thrawn’s return. If he’s given opportunities to apply this expertise toStar Warsvideo games, it could make for some diverse stories that leverage everything the franchise has to offer.
A Mandalorian Game Suddenly Feels More Possible
Of all theStar Warsprojects that Filoni has worked on over the years,The Mandalorianhas proven to be one of the most influential. To say it’s one of the most popular things to come from the franchise in the last five years would be an understatement, and that popularity sparked frantic conversations ona possibleMandaloriangamea few years ago.
One thing it’s important to make clear at the start is that Dave Filoni’s potential influence overStar Warsgames likely won’t have much to do with gameplay.
Those rumors have long since faded into the background, but if anyone were to lead the charge on an interactiveMandalorianexperience, it would be Filoni. It would likely be long afterthe Mandoverse movieand other projects are finished, but with Filoni in such a high-ranking position, he could eventually see a video game as the next step in expanding Mando’s story.
Star Warswould be nothing without the strong creative forces behind it, and Filoni has demonstrated time and time again how invaluable he is to the franchise. As the CCO, his influence will likely find its way into manyStar Warsprojects over the next few years, and it’s possible that could include video games. What that influence could entail exactly is still a mystery, but if his track record is any indication, Filoni could prove to be a boon to futureStar Warsvideo game stories.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
WHERE TO PLAY
The story of Cal Kestis continues in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor™, a third person galaxy-spanning action-adventure game from Respawn Entertainment, developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games. This narratively-driven, single player title picks up five years after the events of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order™ and follows Cal’s increasingly desperate fight as the galaxy descends further into darkness. Pushed to the edges of the galaxy by the Empire, Cal will find himself surrounded by threats new and familiar. As one of the last surviving Jedi Knights, Cal is driven to make a stand during the galaxy’s darkest times - but how far is he willing to go to protect himself, his crew, and the legacy of the Jedi Order?Explore an Untamed Galaxy – Discover new planets and familiar frontiers in the Star Wars galaxy, each with unique biomes, challenges, and enemies. Master new skills, equipment, and abilities that will augment the ways you explore, fight, and roam. With larger areas to explore and more to discover off the beaten path, players who adventure beyond the horizon will find hidden rewards.
