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Obituary: League of Geeks co-founder Adam Duncan has passed away

"Adam dedicated himself to his beloved craft and we consider ourselves so incredibly lucky and forever grateful that he transported us all to those beautiful worlds he dreamed."

Chris Kerr, News Editor

February 12, 2024

2 Min Read
Adam Duncan at the League of Geeks office
Image via The Spaceshipper (shared on X)

League of Geeks co-founder Adam Duncan has passed away. The Australian studio shared the news on X and praised Duncan's artistic talent, sense of humor, and humility.

"Adam was a founding member of League of Geeks, respected art director, concept artist and animator," said the League of Geeks team. "His stunning illustrations and character designs gave our projects a unique and joyful spirit, packed with heart.

"His wonderful sense of humor and gentle humility flowed throughout all his work, into our games, and into the hearts and minds of millions of players. Adam dedicated himself to his beloved craft and we consider ourselves so incredibly lucky and forever grateful that he transported us all to those beautiful worlds he dreamed."

Duncan's fellow League of Geeks co-founder, Ty Carey, said it "feels incredibly lonely to be in a world where we can't share in the crazy things we both loved and worked on," and described his friend and colleague as a "massive talent."

Other co-workers shared their memories, explaining how Duncan helped empower entire communities of artists by operating as a "gentle giant" within the industry.  

Friends and colleagues from the development community in Australia and beyond also offered their condolences after hearing the news.

"I don't even know what to say other than Adam was such a beautifully kind person with so much patience despite his immense talent," said Kepler Interactive senior producer Lisy K. "He was so egoless that few would know how much he added to everything League of Geeks created."

"Adam was a brilliant peer and someone I admired greatly," added Summerfall Studios art director Benjamin Ee. "I'd not known him very well, but from the endlessly kind words his friends and colleagues had for him, and from the few windows of interaction I was blessed, I knew he had a beautiful and gentle heart. May he rest in peace."

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Chris Kerr

News Editor, GameDeveloper.com

Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.

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