Chris Bell 🔔 is a prominent figure in the video game industry, currently serving as the CEO, President, and Creative Director at Gardens, a company he co-founded in May 2021.1 With over 14 years of experience in the gaming industry, Bell has established himself as a leader in game design, production, and creative direction.2

Career Highlights

Notable Projects:: Chris Bell has been involved in several critically acclaimed and commercially successful games:

• Lead Game Designer for "Sky: Children of the Light" at thatgamecompany (250M+ downloads, 7.5M+ daily active users)2
• Lead Game Designer and Writer for "What Remains of Edith Finch" at Giant Sparrow (BAFTA Game of the Year 2017)2
• Designer and Producer for "Journey" at thatgamecompany (Multiple Game of the Year awards in 2012)2
• Creator of "Way" (Game of the Year at Games for Change 2011)2

Previous Roles::

• Lead Game Designer at thatgamecompany (2017-2019)
• Lead Game Designer & Writer at Giant Sparrow (2013-2017)
• Game Designer & Producer at thatgamecompany (2011-2012)
• Designer & Producer at Carnegie Mellon University (2009-2011)
• Design Intern at The Stupid Fun Club (Will Wright's think-tank)2

Education

• Master of Entertainment Technology in Interactive Experience Design from Carnegie Mellon University (2009-2011)1
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Art History from the University of Florida (2005-2009)1

Expertise and Recognition

Chris Bell's areas of expertise include game design, company leadership, social and multiplayer design, MMO design, game direction, narrative design, and world-building.2 His contributions to the gaming industry have earned him several accolades, including:

• Forbes 30 Under 30 in Entertainment (2012)
• Tornado Award from Carnegie Mellon University
• 2024 Alumni Award from Carnegie Mellon University2

At Gardens, Chris Bell is focused on "growing the worlds we want to play in every day," continuing his passion for creating innovative and engaging gaming experiences.2