Lorne Lanning, a renowned video game developer and multifaceted voice actor, hails from the state of Connecticut. Prior to embarking on his entrepreneurial venture, he was employed at the esteemed visual effects studio, Rhythm & Hues. Subsequently, he co-founded Oddworld Inhabitants alongside Sherry McKenna, a partnership that would yield a plethora of critically acclaimed and commercially successful games.
Lanning's inaugural foray into game development, Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee, garnered widespread critical acclaim and emerged as one of the best-selling titles for the PlayStation console. The game's success can be attributed to its engaging narrative, immersive gameplay, and Lanning's masterful direction.
A year after the release of Abe's Oddysee, Lanning released the sequel, Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus, which further solidified the franchise's reputation for excellence. In 2001, he ventured into new territory by developing Oddworld: Munch's Oddysee for Microsoft, marking a significant milestone in his career.
Fast-forward to 2005, Lanning released Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath, a title that showcased his versatility as a developer and his ability to push the boundaries of storytelling in gaming. The game's release was a collaborative effort with Electronic Arts, further expanding his professional network.
By 2014, Lanning had revisited the Oddworld universe, publishing a remake of Abe's Oddysee, aptly titled New 'n' Tasty. This reimagining of the classic game introduced the franchise to a new generation of gamers while maintaining the original's charm and appeal.
Seven years later, Lanning returned to the Oddworld franchise, this time developing a remake of Abe's Exoddus, dubbed Soulstorm. Throughout his career, Lanning has demonstrated a knack for crafting memorable characters, with many of his creations, including Abe, Munch, and Stranger, bearing his distinctive voice.
