Brenda Romero
Game designer and developer
A game designer and developer, contributed to the field of video game design over several decades, focusing on narrative and social issues. Co-created the game series 'Wizardry' and designed critically acclaimed games such as 'Train' and '3rd World Farmer'. Actively involved in promoting game design education and gender diversity within the industry.
Co-created the 'Wizardry' series
Designed 'Train' and '3rd World Farmer'
Served as a game design educator
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