He has created not only a string of hit games but has also supported countless people on their own paths in the game industry.”
Ed epitomizes the best of what a game designer can be: big ideas, a great sense of humor, clear focus, and the ability to bring people together as a team. Xbox Game Studios head, Matt Booty, who started his video game career at Midway back in the day and is also the one who will represent Boon the award, said the following: “I met Ed on my very first day in the game industry at Midway and had the good fortune to watch him lead the creation of Mortal Kombat and work with so many talented people to grow it into an iconic, worldwide franchise. From his early work on pinball machines to his monumental achievements co-creating the Mortal Kombat franchise, Ed's dedication and perseverance to the craft and art of games has left an incredible legacy for fans and game developers alike." A couple of days ago, the official Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) Twitter page has announced that Mortal Kombat as well as the Injustice franchises, and Co-Creator and Chief Creative Officer of NetherRealm Studios, Ed Boon, has officially been selected the 25th Inductee to the Dice Awards Hall of Fame.Īccording to the AIAS president Meggan Scavio, as stated in announcment of the official AIAS AIAS website, "We are thrilled to have Ed be inducted into our Hall of Fame.
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