Tim Schafer is an American video game designer and programmer known for his work in the gaming industry since the early 1990s. He co-founded the game development company Double Fine Productions in 2000, where he has created several critically acclaimed games, including Psychonauts and Brütal Legend. Schafer is recognized for his unique storytelling and humor in games, often blending adventure and platforming elements. He gained significant attention for his successful crowdfunding campaign for Broken Age, which helped popularize the use of crowdfunding in the gaming industry.