Fourteen years ago Andy Davidson walked away from the franchise he helped create Worms. Now back with Team17 and eager to get those creative juices flowing once again he’ll be lending his vision and insight to see the brand continue to grow and be the best that it can be. We can’t wait for more amazing and fun Worms games in the future.
Andy Davidson returns to Team 17 to scratch a creative itch he’s had for fourteen years!
Ossett, Yorkshire, UK – Monday 2nd April, 2012 – In a week when Team17 announced, Worms™ Revolution, its most significant release of recent years, the UK’s oldest independent developer is delighted to reveal another surprise to its fans – the return of Worms creator, Andy Davidson.
At the height of his career, Andy quit the games industry to pursue other interests. “I left Team17 feeling I hadn’t finished what I wanted to achieve, but for professional reasons I knew I had to walk away”, commented Andy. “I’ve returned to scratch the creative itch that’s been bothering me for the last fourteen years. It’s nice to be back at Team17, it’s as though there’s been a revolution in the studio itself – there’s a real creative buzz about the place.”
Team17 Managing Director, Debbie Bestwick, is particularly pleased at the errant son’s homecoming. “I’d always hoped Andy would return but never thought it would actually happen. The passion he shows for Worms is almost palpable and I’m looking forward to see how his injection of fresh enthusiasm into an already highly motivated and skilled team will affect things.”
Andy will begin by offering the Worms™ Revolution developers his support. “The engine and physics in Worms™ Revolution are awesome, the team have developed a truly landmark game. I’ll be lending them my insight to ensure that the game balance is true to the spirit of the brand.” In addition, fans will be delighted to know that Andy has been working on a variety of new game ideas. Exciting times are ahead for Team17.
For more information on Worms™ please visit www.team17.com or www.facebook.com/WormsTeam17
About Team17 Software Ltd.:
Team17 Software Limited (Team17) celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2010 and headquartered in West Yorkshire, England, it is a leading independent developer and digital publishing company. Founded in 1990, the company develops and publishes interactive software worldwide for digital game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. More information about Team17 products can be found at www.team17.com.
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Bethany Steels at Team17 (UK & Europe)
Email: bethany.steels@team17.com
Nick Clarkson at Team17 (USA & Rest of the World)
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Tel: +44 (0)1924 267776
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