Cliff Bleszinski
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Cliff Bleszinski, frequently known online as CliffyB, is a lead game designer for the successful game development company Epic Games in Raleigh. He is most famous for his continuing hand in the development of the Unreal franchise. He is the brother of Tyler Bleszinski, a sports blogger.
He has his own website where he often shares his thoughts on the world, American culture, gaming, and life in general. He is occasionally cited for his charitable nature, from helping fans get jobs in the industry to co-hosting award shows like G-Phoria. He once also made an appearance on the G4 TV show that focuses on multiplayer team battles, Arena, as a guest commentator.
Bleszinski is also known for creating the game Jazz Jackrabbit, though along the way he produced and then Dare to Dream. Today, he serves as lead designer on the upcoming Gears of War for Microsoft Xbox 360.
Trivia
- In Unreal Tournament 2004, there is a sound file reading "You're almost as good as CliffyB!," though it is never typically heard in game.
- Known to post on the Something Awful forums, as well as 1UP.com!
- His name can be found in the 1st issue of Nintendo Power on top of the highscore list for Super Mario Bros.
External links
- [Cliffy's Personal Website]
- [Cliffy's Page On 1UP.com]
- [Cliffy's Fan Club On 1UP.com]
- [Cliffy's Wiki On MobyGames.com]
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