David Murphy

David Murphy is a Senior Lecturer in Game Development at Staffordshire University. His research focuses on communication and cultural studies applied to gaming technologies and cultures, with three key streams: game studies, platform/infrastructure studies, and creative computing history. He holds a PhD in Communication and Culture from York University/Toronto Metropolitan University (2016) and an MA in Cinema and Media Studies from York University (2008). His current work includes a manuscript on the PlayStation Portable homebrew scene and its relationship with informal economies and professionalization discourses.

Research interests include digital platforms' socio-economic impacts, retro gaming preservation, and fan communities. Recent publications analyze streaming culture, hate speech in gaming, and Minecraft's platform evolution. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical studies on gaming's cultural and technical landscapes.

David's academic contributions have been recognized through institutional accolades including the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 for Facilities and Social Inclusion, and Staffordshire's 'Outstanding' Research Impact rating in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.