Tim Schafer

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Tim Schafer

Computer Science

#815

World Rank

#843

Historical Rank

#444

USA Rank

Algorithms

#485

World Rank

#491

Historical Rank

#51

USA Rank

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• Computer Science

Tim Schafer's Degrees

• Bachelors Computer Science University of California, Berkeley

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Why Is Tim Schafer Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Timothy John Schafer is an American video game designer. He founded Double Fine Productions in July 2000, after having spent over a decade at LucasArts. Schafer is best known as the designer of critically acclaimed games Full Throttle, Grim Fandango, Psychonauts, Brütal Legend and Broken Age, co-designer of Day of the Tentacle, and assistant designer on The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge. He is well known in the video game industry for his storytelling and comedic writing style, and has been given both a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Game Developers Choice Awards, and a BAFTA Fellowship for his contributions to the industry.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Tim Schafer?

Tim Schafer is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of California, Berkeley