Richard Garriott, a renowned director and producer, embarked on his life's journey on July 4, 1961, in the historic city of Cambridge, England, United Kingdom.
Over the years, he has made a lasting impact in the world of gaming, being credited for his work on several iconic titles, including the 1979 classic, Akalabeth, as well as the 1990 release, Ultima VI: The False Prophet, and the 2000 online phenomenon, Ultima Worlds Online: Origin.