The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook Magic, Kevlar, and Conspiracies with Tactical Breach Wizards Dev Tom Francis
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Apr 7, 2025 AI Snips
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Early Gaming Influences
- Tom Francis recalls formative gaming experiences with Monkey Island 2 and Ultima Underworld as a teenager.
- These games shaped his style and sparked his fascination with immersive game worlds and storytelling.
Early Programming and Doubts
- Tom dabbled in programming and game creation in youth, including a top-down shooter at 17.
- Despite exposure, he didn’t initially consider game development a realistic career path.
Entry via PC Gamer Disc Editor
- Tom started in the games industry as a disc editor at PC Gamer thanks to a referral.
- He redesigned the cover disc interface and curated demos, learning about game promotion behind the scenes.