Frank Lantz

Frank Lantz is an American game designer, researcher, and educator known for exploring the cultural and artistic aspects of games and interactive media. He focuses on how games can foster creativity, community, and new ways of thinking. As the director of NYU's Game Center, he promotes innovative approaches to game design and study, integrating technology, storytelling, and social issues. His work often blurs the lines between art and play, making games a means for reflection and communication beyond entertainment. Lantz's contributions help expand understanding of games as a significant cultural and intellectual practice.