“Game U†follows the trials and tribulations of a group of kids attending a college that specializes in video game development. Along the way they’ll deal with the unique challenges that come with being in a geek-centric school.
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Major: Digital Art and Design
"One" Job: Web design/community manager
From: Atawathukeee, AZ
Genre of Choice: Retro/Classic Games
Favorite System: SNES
Stats:
- Was a "stealth geek" who played sports in High School
- Has a very religious girlfriend, Jenna, whom he has been with for several years.
Major: Game Design
"One" Job: Lead Designer
From: Colorado Springs, CO
Genre of Choice: Action-RPG; Zelda specifically
Favorite System: Any by Nintendo
Stats:
- Has an odd, inexhaustable supply of money
- Loves paintballing
Major: Game Programming
"One" Job: Music/Sound Effects
From: Koehler, WI
Genre of Choice: MMO
Favorite System: PC
Stats:
- Plays a variety of instruments
- Has an odd fascination with knives
Major: Digital Video
"One" Job: Documentarian
From: Pittsburgh, PA
Genre of Choice: Fighting
Favorite System: Dreamcast
Stats:
- Laconic
- Has the odd ability to become quickly proficient in any skill he puts his mind to
Major: 3D Animation
"One" Job: 3D Modeling/Animation
From: Chandler, AZ
Genre of Choice: Adventure
Favorite System: PC
Stats:
- Possesses a crippling insecurity
- Lives at home.
Major: Game Design
"One" Job: Level Designer
From: Ruidoso, NM
Genre of Choice: Action
Favorite System: PS2
Stats:
- Enjoys competitive gaming (tournaments, etc.)
- Understandably defensive when surrounded by male nerds
Major: Game Design
"One" Job: Writer
From: Portland, OR
Genre of Choice: Shooter
Favorite System: Xbox 360
Stats:
- Frequently partakes in the marajuana
- Fears the outdoors.
Major: Undeclared
"One" Job: Undecided
From: Las Vegas, NV
Genre of Choice: Any (specializes in Super Smash Bros.)
Favorite System: Wii
Stats:
- Content to be a nerd cliché
- Short-tempered