In the gaming industry, unexpected news is often released, this can range from an important announcement such as a release date or even revelations that leave fans shocked. However, there are also those of deaths of great figures who strengthened this hobby, this time being Mr. David Ward one of those people.
For those of you who are a bit unfamiliar, Mr. ward He was one of the veterans who shaped the first classic video games, thus founding the company called Ocean Software. Studio to which some well-known releases of the NES Y SNESmost of these being movie adaptations to the world of 8 bits.
Some of his works were Robocop, Jurassic Park, Batman, Rambo, Transformersjust to mention a few.
We’re saddened to hear of the passing of David Ward, who was the co-founder of the pioneering Manchester based games development and publishing company Ocean Software.
Our thoughts are with his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/ger9hXNHvR
— Ukie (@uk_ie) May 9, 2022
The sad news of the fall of David Ward her son introduced her Ben Ward. This through an emotional tweet that says the following:
It is sad to report that my father David Ward has passed away. Born in 1947, he was a pioneer of PC video games. We had a complicated relationship, but we loved each other. We will miss you, dad.
Similarly, the entity that regulates interactive entertainment in United Kingdom, UKIEgave a few final words to ward:
We are saddened to learn of the passing of David Ward, co-founder of the pioneering Manchester-based development and publishing company, Ocean Software. Our condolences go out to his friends and family.
editor’s note: It is always sad to see the greatest exponents of the video game industry leave; however, each leaves a legacy for future generations of developers to follow. Although the greatest pain of all, it is carried by both friends and family.
Via: gamesindustry
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