DayZ creator Dean ‘Rocket’ Hall has over 2,000 hours in Kerbal Space Program and played the original XCOM at Mount Everest base camp: ‘I think when I die, I will still be playing that game’
Dean ‘Rocket’ Hall, founder of New Zealand-based studio RocketWerkz, is featured in PC Gamer’s ‘Disk Cleanup’ column, which interviews gaming personalities about their gaming habits and PC setups. Hall has accumulated over 2,000 hours in Kerbal Space Program, demonstrating a deep commitment to the space simulation title. Notably, he played the original XCOM at Mount Everest base camp, highlighting his dedication to gaming even in extreme locations. Hall’s passion for gaming is profound—he has stated that he believes he will still be playing games when he dies, underscoring how central the medium is to his life. His gaming history extends back to childhood, when he first encountered games through a Commodore 64 belonging to his cousins, an experience that left a strong impression on him. The column explores the gaming interests of industry figures, focusing on what games they prioritize and what their gaming setups reveal about their personalities and values.