Most Award Winning Game Developer in the Guinness World Records Gamer's EditionNo, legendary game designer Sid Meier didn't suddenly put on 800 pounds to become the fattest living human (sorry, heaviest--I need to be more politically correct). Nor did he jump his motorcycle over 15 buses. But Meier, who was inducted into the Computer Museum of America's Hall of Fame in 2002 and received a commemorative star on the Walk of Game in 2006, has leveled up, earning the title of most-award-winning developer in the Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition.
While there are records for a whole range of things, Meier's accomplishments speak volumes. He has previously been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2008 Game Developers Choice Awards, and was only the second person to be inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences' Hall of Fame.
His games have included some of the most popular titles of all time, including Civilization, Railroad Tycoon, and Pirates, and he's dabbled in everything from business simulations to running a golf resort to war games--including his own take on the infamous Battle of Gettysburg. Thanks to Meier, many gamers, including me, have lost a lot of sleep playing his games.
Keep up the good work, and congratulations, Sid!
