Justin Gary

Justin Gary is the Founder and CEO of Stone Blade Entertainment, a company known for creating popular tabletop games such as Ascension and Shards of Infinity. He has a notable background in game design and competitive gaming, having been a prominent player in Magic: The Gathering, where he won the Pro Tour Houston in 2002. Gary began his career in the gaming industry by founding Gary Games in 2010, which later became Stone Blade Entertainment in 2012 following the success of Ascension: Chronicle of the Godslayer.

In addition to his work as a game designer, Gary is also an author and speaker. He wrote a book titled Think Like a Game Designer, which provides insights into game design principles and creativity. He hosts a podcast with the same name, where he discusses various aspects of game design with industry professionals.1356

Gary's contributions to the gaming community extend beyond his own creations; he actively engages with other designers and educates aspiring game creators through workshops and speaking engagements worldwide.245