Tim Willits to Leave id Software After QuakeCon 2019

Tim Willits recently announced on Twitter that he will be leaving id Software after QuakeCon 2019.

“After 24 years, I’ve decided to leave id Software after QuakeCon,” said Willits. “I’ve been extremely lucky to work with the best people in the industry on truly amazing games. QuakeCon has been an unbelievable part of my journey and I look forward to seeing everyone at the Gaylord Texan.”

He’s not revealing his post-id plan as of yet, but promises to after QuakeCon.

As far as what he’s leaving behind, he tells fans not to worry about the future of their favorite games.

“All of the games currently in development are in very good hands, my departure will not affect any planned releases,” said Willits. “id Software is packed full of amazing talent that will continue to develop (long into the future) some of the best shooters in the world.”

We at QNN are sad to see him go but wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors. And although we have to create some fake news out of this, know that it is out of love.

After 24 years, I’ve decided to leave id Software after QuakeCon. I’ve been extremely lucky to work with the best people in the industry on truly amazing games. QuakeCon has been an unbelievable part of my journey and I look forward to seeing everyone at the Gaylord Texan. pic.twitter.com/shX5H441py

— Tim Willits (@TimWillits) July 18, 2019

All of the games currently in development are in very good hands, my departure will not affect any planned releases. id Software is packed full of amazing talent that will continue to develop (long into the future) some of the best shooters in the world.

— Tim Willits (@TimWillits) July 18, 2019

After QuakeCon I will announce my future plans, where I am going, and what new exciting things I am doing. Stay tuned.

— Tim Willits (@TimWillits) July 18, 2019