Rebecca Heineman, also known as Burger Becky, sadly passed away last year. She was a beloved figure in the gaming community, known for her candid stories and insights from her years in the video game industry.

I enjoyed playing some of the titles she contributed to (Bard’s Tale was one of the first PC games I played), and I’ve always enjoyed watching her YouTube videos where she shared her experiences. Her storytelling was both entertaining and informative, offering a window into a bygone era of game development, when technical tricks were needed to achieve good performance. (I’m still in love with all those old computers, for which programmers had to know the inner workings of the machines)

Where to Find Her Videos

Rebecca “Burger Becky” Heineman shared numerous interviews and talks over the years. Here are some standout videos:

1. DOOM 3DO: Or How I Survived Hell - Vintage Computer Federation (2023)

   • A detailed account of porting DOOM to the 3DO under extreme pressure

2. A Conversation with Rebecca Heineman - Bad Game Hall of Fame (2021)

   • In-depth interview covering her career from Interplay to Olde Sküül Games

3. Matt Chat 82: Interview with Rebecca “Burger” Heineman Pt. 1 - Matt Barton (2011)

   • Part 1 of a multi-segment interview about her background and early career

4. Retro Tea Break: Rebecca Heineman - The Retro Collective (2023)

   • Covers her journey from Atari National Video Game Champion to modern work

5. Rebecca Heineman YouTube Channel - Becky’s YouTube channel

   • Burger Becky’s channel remains active and features eight videos covering various aspects of the gaming industry, from her early career to behind-the-scenes stories of popular games. Her videos have become treasures for anyone interested in gaming history.

Rest in peace, Burger Becky. Your stories and spirit live on through your videos and the community you touched.