David Humpherys
About David Humpherys
David Humpherys serves as the Development Manager at Wizards of the Coast, where he has worked since 2010. He has played a significant role in the development of various Magic: The Gathering sets, including Gatecrash and Avacyn Restored.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
David Humpherys has been serving as Development Manager at Wizards of the Coast since 2010. In this role, he has been instrumental in the development of various Magic: The Gathering sets, including Gatecrash and Avacyn Restored. His tenure at the company spans over 14 years, during which he has contributed to the evolution of the game and its expansions.
Previous Experience at Upper Deck Entertainment
Before joining Wizards of the Coast, David Humpherys worked at Upper Deck Entertainment as Director of Research and Development from 2004 to 2010. His six-year tenure at Upper Deck allowed him to gain valuable experience in game development and design, which he later applied at Wizards of the Coast.
Education and Expertise
David Humpherys holds a PhD in Biology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1994 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Harvey Mudd College, completing his studies there from 1990 to 1994. His academic background in biology contributes to his analytical skills and understanding of complex systems, which are beneficial in game development.
Contributions to Magic: The Gathering
Throughout his career at Wizards of the Coast, David Humpherys has contributed as a development team member for several Magic: The Gathering sets. His involvement includes notable sets such as Magic 2012, Innistrad, Dark Ascension, and Return to Ravnica. These contributions reflect his expertise in game mechanics and design.