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Heidi McDonaldContract WriterDisruptor Beam

Heidi McDonald is a game writer, designer, creative director, musician, author, lecturer and workshop facilitator who has worked on 18 game titles (both entertainment and serious, original IP's and licenses) during her eight years in the games industry. A frequent GDC speaker who has covered topics including romance and emotional engagement in games, Heidi has won a few awards, worn some outlandish hats, eaten a lot of cheese, and generally had a wonderful time. Her book, "Digital Love: Romance and Sexuality in Games" was released in 2017. Heidi has dedicated her career to the idea that games can make positive change, and better human beings. More information is available at