Jeff Kaplan: Overwatch Director & World of Warcraft Legend

Jeff Kaplan is an American video game designer and developer best known for his work on the popular online multiplayer games 'World of Warcraft' and 'Overwatch.' He was born on November 4, 1972, in New Jersey, United States.

Kaplan began his career in the video game industry in the late 1990s, working as a level designer for the game 'Legend of the Red Dragon.' He then worked as a designer for the game 'Die by the Sword' before joining Blizzard Entertainment in 2002.

At Blizzard, Kaplan worked as a designer on the massively popular MMORPG 'World of Warcraft,' where he helped create numerous quests and dungeons. He eventually became the game's lead designer, overseeing all aspects of its development.

In 2009, Kaplan moved on to work on a new project at Blizzard, a team-based shooter called 'Overwatch.' He served as the game's director, overseeing its development from start to finish. 'Overwatch' was released in 2016 and quickly became a massive success, winning numerous awards and becoming one of the most popular online multiplayer games in the world.

Kaplan is known for his passion for video games and his dedication to creating fun and engaging experiences for players. He is also known for his engaging and often humorous public speaking style, which has made him a popular figure among fans of Blizzard's games.