Game Faces: Rami Ismail
For a small developer that's just four years old, Vlambeer has a surprising influence on the gaming industry.
The Dutch studio is made up of just two people, but it's one of the most well-known indie developers. Co-founder Rami Ismail almost feels like an unofficial spokesman for the industry.
"We are not afraid to speak up against things we find problematic in the industry, and things we find interesting in the industry," said Ismail.
Indeed, he has been a staunch supporter of Anita Sarkeesian and her series examining women in video games - a series that has sparked a wave of abuse for Sarkeesian and those who stand with her.
He also suggested Vlambeer's high profile might be because the company always seems to find itself in the middle of the industry's latest trends. FULL POST
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