Legendary FPS level designer Richard Gray dies at 68
Tributes honour the creator of iconic Duke Nukem 3D levels and other influential game designs.
At a glance
- Richard Gray, known as Levelord, was a renowned FPS level designer
- He was best known for creating levels in Duke Nukem 3D
- He died at age 68
- The gaming community has paid tribute to his work and legacy
Richard Gray, known professionally as Levelord, has died at the age of 68. Gray was a pioneering level designer in first-person shooter games, best known for his work on Duke Nukem 3D.
Tributes have been shared recognising his contributions to video game design and his influence on the industry.
Why it matters
Gray's level design work helped define the first-person shooter genre and influenced game design practices that continue today.
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