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Jeffrey Kaplan is an American video game designer and former vice president of Blizzard Entertainment, a position he held until he left the company in 2021. He designed elements of World of Warcraft and is the former lead director of Overwatch.
- Video game designer
- Blizzard Entertainment (2002–2021)
- November 4, 1972 (age 50), New Jersey, U.S.
Apr 20, 2021 · Jeff Kaplan, the creator of Overwatch, announces his departure from Blizzard after 19 years. His successor, Aaron Keller, promises to continue the development of Overwatch 2 and the live game.
Apr 20, 2021 · After 19 years at Blizzard, Jeff Kaplan departs as the public face of Overwatch and its sequel. Aaron Keller, assistant game director, takes over the role and promises more updates on Overwatch 2.
Feb 19, 2021 · Jeff Kaplan talks about Overwatch 2's release date, gameplay, cross-play, and more in this exclusive interview with IGN. Find out what he has to say about the game's new features, Easter eggs, and challenges.
Apr 22, 2021 · The former lead designer and public face of Overwatch bids farewell to the community after almost two decades with Blizzard. Fans share their tributes, jokes and concerns about the future of Overwatch 2 and the Overwatch team.
Apr 20, 2021 · The long-time leader of Blizzard's team shooter Overwatch, Jeff Kaplan, has departed the company after 19 years of service. He expressed his gratitude to the team and the fans, and Aaron Keller will take over his role as the new director of Overwatch.
Apr 20, 2021 · Jeff Kaplan, the co-creator and former game director of Overwatch, announces his departure from Blizzard Entertainment after 19 years. Aaron Keller, a Blizzard veteran and founding member of the Overwatch team, assumes the game director role and shares his vision for the future of the franchise.
