Alec Holowka
Game Developer, co-creator of Night in the Woods
Born
1983
42 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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A game developer contributed to the indie gaming scene with a focus on narrative-driven experiences. Co-created the critically acclaimed game 'Night in the Woods', which received praise for its storytelling and characters. Established a reputation through work on various games, including 'Aquaria', which showcased innovative gameplay and artistic design.
Co-created 'Night in the Woods'
Worked on 'Aquaria'
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