David Crawford is an American artist and game designer, best known for co-founding the independent development studio Tale of Tales with Auriea Harvey. His career is characterized by the creation of experimental video games, often referred to as "art games," which prioritize emotional exploration and narrative over traditional gameplay mechanics. His most influential works include *The Graveyard* (2008), a short meditation on mortality, and *The Path* (2009), a horror reinterpretation of the fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood. His work has received significant critical acclaim within the independent scene, earning nominations for awards such as the Independent Games Festival. His creations have been exhibited in international museum settings, helping to legitimize video games as an art form. After the closure of Tale of Tales, he has continued to explore new forms of interactivity, focusing on virtual and augmented reality projects.