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William Ralph Wright
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Will Wright, born William Ralph Wright on January 20, 1960, in Atlanta, is a United States citizen known for his work as a computer scientist, video game developer, and designer. He is the founder of Maxis, a video game company.
Wright was educated at several institutions including Louisiana State University, Louisiana Tech University, The New School, and Episcopal High School (Baton Rouge, Louisiana).
He is the creator of well-known video games such as The Sims and SimCity 2000. Among his notable works is Raid on Bungeling Bay. Wright has been inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences' Hall of Fame, in recognition of his contributions to the field.
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