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1966 births2001 deathsVideo game programmersDeaths from leukemiaNew Zealand computer programmersNew Zealand computer scientists
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Andrew "Andy" Bradfield | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1966 |
| Died | September 21, 2001 |
| Nationality | New Zealand |
| Occupation | Stainless Steel fabricator tradesman / qualified welder |
| Known for | Laser Hawk Hawkquest |
Andrew "Andy" Bradfield (1966—September 21, 2001) was a video game programmer from New Zealand best known for his work on games for the Atari 8-bit family of home computers. He created Laser Hawk (1986) and its sequel Hawkquest (1989).[1] He teamed with artist Harvey Kong Tin on both titles.
He died on September 21, 2001, aged 35, following a two-year battle with leukemia.
References
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External links
- For a Hawkquest screenshot, see: [1])
- For a Laser Hawk screenshot, see: [2]).
- For a detailed obituary, see: [3]
