Quick Info
| Profession | Video game programmer, businessman |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/12/1970 |
| Age | 55 years |
| Birthplace | Potomac, Maryland, USA |
Latest News about Tim Sweeney
06/01/2026
Tim Sweeney was profiled for his long-running influence on game development and for his environmental philanthropy. The coverage highlighted his role in building Epic Games and his purchase of large areas of forest in North Carolina for conservation.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Timothy Dean Sweeney |
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| Known For | Founder and CEO of Epic Games; creator of Unreal Engine |
| Residence | Cary, North Carolina, USA |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | University of Maryland |
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| Qualification | Studied mechanical engineering; did not complete degree |
Personal Life
| Birth Place | Potomac, Maryland |
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Family
| Siblings | Two older brothers |
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Career
| Company | Epic Games |
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| Founded | 1991 |
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Social Media
| X | https://x.com/TimSweeneyEpic |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Taught himself programming at a young age. | |
| 2. Started the company that became Epic Games while in college. | |
| 3. Is also known for land conservation efforts. |