Zoë Quinn is an American game developer and writer, best known for her work on the interactive fiction game Depression Quest. She gained significant attention in 2014 due to her involvement in the Gamergate controversy, which highlighted issues of sexism and harassment in the gaming industry. Quinn has been an advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken publicly about her experiences with mental illness. In addition to her game development work, she has contributed to various publications and has been involved in discussions about ethics in gaming and the treatment of women in the tech community.