Is Gary Gygax A-List?
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No — Gary Gygax is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1974C$0.001M
D&D Creation
Co-creates Dungeons & Dragons, revolutionizing gaming.
1975B▲$0.01M+$0.009000000000000001M
TSR Management
Leads Tactical Studies Rules, Inc. (TSR).
1985B$0.5M+$0.49M
Departure from TSR
Leaves TSR due to internal conflicts.
1990B$1M+$0.5M
New Gaming Ventures
Pursues new gaming ventures.
2008B$2M+$1M
Death and Legacy
Passes away, leaving a lasting impact on the gaming industry. Recognized for the impact and legacy of D&D.
2026B$2M
Tabletop RPG Pioneer
Gygax's legacy as a pioneer in role-playing games endures, with D&D remaining a dominant force in the gaming world.
Last updated: February 23, 2026