Brianna Wu
Brianna Wu is an American video game developer, and has worked in politics, as an illustrator, and as a journalist.[1]
Wu co-founded Giant Spacekat, an indie development studio, with Amanda Warner.[2] Their first game, the sci-fi themed action-adventure game Revolution 60, was released in 2014, initially for iOS devices. Reflecting the all-female development team, the game features an all-female cast.[2]
In October 2014, Wu left her home after receiving threats of violence. Personal information about her had previously been made public on the Internet by supporters of GamerGate, an online movement critical of games journalism and associated with the harassment of women in video gaming.[3]
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References
- ^ "Brianna Wu". The Magazine. Retrieved 12 October 2014.
- ^ a b Starr, Michelle (30 July 2014). "Revolution 60: A game by and about badass women". CNet. Retrieved 12 October 2014.
- ^ McWhertor, Michael (11 October 2014). "Game developer Brianna Wu flees home after death threats, Mass. police investigating". Retrieved 12 October 2014.