Charles Cecil
Video game designer and co-founder of Revolution Software
Born
August 11th, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A video game designer and entrepreneur co-founded Revolution Software, a studio recognized for creating critically acclaimed adventure games. Revolution Software gained prominence in the 1990s with the release of titles such as 'Beneath a Steel Sky' and 'Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars.' These games were praised for their storytelling, puzzle design, and engaging characters, contributing to the evolution of the adventure game genre. Cecil's work has influenced many subsequent game developers and has become a reference point in video game design.
Co-founded Revolution Software
Developed 'Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars'
Created 'Beneath a Steel Sky'
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