ConcernedApe

Eric Barone, known by his alias ConcernedApe, is an innovative American video game developer and musician, celebrated for creating the indie sensation "Stardew Valley." Born in Los Angeles in 1987 and raised in Auburn, Washington, Eric's childhood fascination with the Harvest Moon series sparked a lifelong passion for game development. Graduating in 2011 with a computer science degree from the University of Washington Tacoma, Eric embarked on his game development journey to enhance his programming skills. His dedication culminated in the creation of "Stardew Valley" (2016), a game that he single-handedly developed over four years, handling all aspects from programming to music. With over 20 million copies sold, "Stardew Valley" not only showcases Eric's multifaceted talent but also his commitment to independent game development. His work earned him a spot in Forbes' "30 Under 30: Games" in 2017. Continuing to innovate, Eric announced several new projects, including "Haunted Chocolatier," and has ventured into music, collaborating on the "Prescription for Sleep" album series.