A career spanning almost four decades came to an end at Rare this week, as longtime employee and Sea of Thieves director Gregg Mayles announced his departure from the company.
Mayles has been working at Rare for about 36 years and 10 months, during which he contributed to some of the studio’s most beloved franchises, including Donkey Kong Country, Viva Piñata, Battletoads, Banjo-Kazooie, and many others.
He shared the news of his departure in a post on social media this week, thanking fans for playing his games and expressing gratitude to his team for their unwavering support. In true creative fashion, Mayles crafted a lengthy and heartfelt rhyme dedicated to his many years at Rare.
This massive ditty was fitting, considering his career encompasses most of Rare’s greatest hits, as documented by his profile on MobyGames. Mayles began his journey with the studio in 1991, working on Battletoads. Over the years, he lent his talents to game design, art design, producing, and eventually directing a wide range of titles.
In the later stage of his career, Mayles took on the role of director for Sea of Thieves, Rare’s flagship live-service game. Now 17 seasons in, Sea of Thieves continues to thrive under the foundation laid during his leadership.
Gregg Mayles leaves behind a remarkable legacy that has shaped the history of Rare and influenced generations of gamers worldwide.
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