Interactive Entertainment Designer & Creator of The Sims
Will Wright: Biography at a Glance
- Will Wright is the visionary video game designer responsible for pioneering an entirely new genre of gaming with his creation of SimCity.
- He developed a cultural phenomenon with the creation of The Sims, which became the best-selling PC game of 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 - only to be dethroned by its own sequel, The Sims 2.
- He took the world by storm with a string of follow-up simulation games, introducing titles like SimEarth: The Living Planet, SimAnt: The Electronic Ant Colony, SimCity 2000, SimCopter, and SimCity 3000 to hundreds of thousands of new fans.
- Wright built a massive empire upon The Sims franchise, which has sold more than 58 million games to date.
- He received Lifetime Achievement Awards from both the Game Developers Choice Awards and PC Magazine and was recognized by TIME Magazine for creating one of the 50 Best Inventions of 2008.
- Wright recently created a blockchain-based mobile game called Proxi that’s filled with NFTs.
Biography
Twenty years ago, a video game that you could neither win nor lose was inconceivable - unless you were Will Wright. With five years of college under his belt and no degree, twenty-something year old Will had the idea of creating a game based on designing and building cities. In achieving that goal, Will created a new genre in gaming and within it, one of the best-loved game franchises in history establishing Will Wright as a visionary within the world of video game design.
The idea for SimCity struck as Will was designing his first game, Raid on Bungeling Bay (1984) a game in which helicopters attacked islands. Realizing he preferred building islands to piloting attack 'copters, Will partnered with "idea guy" Jeff Braun to create a company known as Maxis and they released SimCity in 1989. With SimCity the mass market got its first real taste of a simulation game, and they were hooked! The word-of-mouth acclaim swirling around SimCity ultimately attracted the attention of Newsweek, and a full page story on the game cemented SimCity's place in entertainment history. An entirely new kind of video game genre, focused around open-ended, non-violent gameplay was born!
Maxis followed up the surprising success of SimCity with a string of popular simulation games throughout the 1990s. Titles such as SimEarth: The Living Planet (1990), SimAnt: The Electronic Ant Colony (1991), SimCity 2000 (1993), SimCopter (1996), and SimCity 3000 (1999) introduced simulation games to hundreds of thousands of new fans, demonstrating the genre's true potential.
Still nobody was prepared for the phenomenal success of The Sims. Will, who studied architecture in college, originally conceived of the game as an architectural design simulator. To "score" the quality of the design, he added tiny people who would inhabit the buildings. These simulated people quickly stole the spotlight, and Will realized that watching the lives of the Sims unfold was the real entertainment. Again, his instincts were right. Released in 2000, The Sims was the best-selling PC game of 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003, until it was dethroned by its own sequel The Sims 2, which quickly established itself as the best-selling PC game of 2004. Popular console, handheld and mobile phone versions of the game have contributed to the huge success of the franchise, which has sold more than 58M games, life-to-date.
The Sims and its expansion packs and sequels have become a cultural phenomenon and solidified Will's position as a gaming-industry legend. His honors and accolades include making Entertainment Weekly's "It List" of "the 100 most creative people in entertainment" and Time Digital's "Digital 50" in 1999, receiving a "Lifetime Achievement Award" at the Game Developers Choice Awards in 2001, being named #35 on Entertainment Weekly's Power List in 2002, becoming the fifth person to be inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences' Hall of Fame that same year, receiving the PC Magazine Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2008 was honored with the first-ever Spike TV Video Game Awards' Gamer God Award.
Spore, Will's latest achievement in video games, has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors such as Popular Science's "Best of What's New Award," Popular Mechanics' "Breakthrough Award," PC Magazine's "Technical Excellence Award," and TIME Magazine's "50 Best Inventions of 2008."
FAQs
How do I book Will Wright for my event?
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What is Will Wright's speaking fee?
Will Wright's speaking fee varies by event type, location, and requirements. As a top keynote speaker, Will Wright's fee reflects their expertise and market demand.
Speaking fee factors:- Event type and audience size
- Travel distance and logistics
- Presentation length and customization
- Virtual vs. in-person delivery
Additional costs: Travel, accommodation, A/V requirements, and optional meet-and-greets.
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The cost to book Will Wright as keynote speaker includes their speaking fee plus travel and logistics expenses.
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- Optional add-ons like book signing and meet & greets
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How to contact Will Wright for speaking engagements?
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- Website: https://www.caa.com/caaspeakers/will-wright
- Response time: 24 hours
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Is Will Wright available for virtual speaking events?
Yes, Will Wright speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
Will Wright's virtual event options:- Live virtual keynotes with Q&A
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What events can I book Will Wright for?
Book Will Wright for corporate conferences, industry events, private functions, and virtual presentations. Will Wright customizes content for any audience size or event type.
Event types:- Corporate meetings and conferences
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Will Wright engages audiences from private executive meetings to large conferences with thousands of attendees.
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Will Wright booking information and availability
Check Will Wright's speaking availability through CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com. Book 3-6 months in advance for best date selection during peak seasons (September-November, March-May).
Availability factors:- Event date and location
- Speaking fee and budget
- Lead time for booking
- Peak conference seasons
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Contact CAA early in your planning process to secure Will Wright for your preferred event date.
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Will Will Wright speak at private events?
Yes, Will Wright speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.
Private event types:- Executive retreats and board presentations
- Client entertainment and VIP gatherings
- Corporate celebrations and award ceremonies
- Private dinners and exclusive functions
Private event benefits: Customized content, enhanced interaction, complete confidentiality, and flexible scheduling.
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How quickly will I get a response about booking Will Wright?
CAA Speakers responds to Will Wright booking inquiries within 24 hours during business days. Complex requests or international events may take up to 48 hours for detailed proposals.
Response timeline:- Initial acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
- Availability confirmation: 24-48 hours
- Detailed pricing proposal: 48-72 hours
- Urgent requests: Same-day priority response
Include complete event details (date, location, audience size, budget) for fastest response times.
How far in advance should I book Will Wright?
Book Will Wright 3-6 months in advance for best availability, especially during peak speaking seasons. Early booking ensures better date selection and rate negotiations.
Recommended booking timeline:- 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.
How do I get Will Wright pricing information?
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For accurate pricing, include:- Event date and location
- Audience size and type
- Event format and duration
- Budget parameters
CAA provides transparent pricing with all costs included - speaking fee, travel, accommodation, and technical requirements.