The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook Directing God of War Ragnarök with Eric Williams of Santa Monica Studio
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Feb 20, 2023 AI Snips
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Early Gaming Influences
- Eric Williams's formative gaming experiences included titles like Zelda, Mike Tyson's Punch-Out, and Castlevania.
- These games fostered a love for immersive worlds and problem-solving, influencing his design philosophy.
Meeting Ted Price
- Williams recounts meeting Ted Price at E3, where Price demoed Ratchet and Clank.
- This anecdote highlights unexpected connections within the industry.
Path to Game Design
- Williams's career began unexpectedly; he initially pursued computer science and astronomy.
- After dropping out, he moved to California, slept on a sheet, and landed a job designing Wolverine for a fighting game.