Game Industry Legends - Interview with Warren Spector (Deus EX, Thief, Epic Mickey)

On this episode of Game Industry Legends, AWS Principal Evangelist for Video Games, Chris Melissinos, sits down with legendary game designer, Warren Spector, as they discuss his extraordinary history in game design spanning 40 years.
Warren has worked on or created some of the game industry’s longest running and influential game franchises including the Ultima, Wing Commander, System Shock, Deus Ex, Thief, and re-introduced Oswald the Rabbit to the world through his Epic Mickey games.
So join us as we walk through Warren's amazing career, what drove his decisions, and more!
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[@ramoncf7]

Thank you Warren, the word legend falls short to describe you! Your love and passion for video games is unparalleled.

[@rekware9320]

LOVE the spector! Total G.O.A.T!! Humble in his genius aswell. Deus Ex still resonates with me in its design and execution.

[@danielsvetlichny5721]

49:57 - Epic Mickey

[@davep8221]

Hey Warren, I'm retired after >30 years in CompSci, and I'd work for free on your next/current game.