Anna Anthropy was born in 1981. Details of her very early life are not widely publicized, but her childhood undoubtedly influenced her later creative endeavors, shaping her perspectives on gender, societal norms, and personal identity, which are frequently explored in her games.

Anna began experimenting with game development, initially drawn to the possibilities of interactive storytelling and self-expression that the medium offered. This marked the start of her journey in creating games that would challenge conventional narratives and explore personal experiences.

The release of 'Mighty Jill Off' was a pivotal moment in Anna's career. This masochistic platformer, intentionally designed to be brutally difficult, gained notoriety for its stark aesthetic and subversion of typical game tropes. It was a statement about power dynamics and player expectations, establishing Anna as a provocative and innovative voice in indie gaming.

'Dys4ia' is arguably Anna's most famous and impactful work. This autobiographical game chronicles her experiences undergoing hormone replacement therapy, portraying the physical and emotional changes through a series of interactive vignettes. 'Dys4ia' was widely praised for its honesty, vulnerability, and its ability to convey a deeply personal experience through the unique language of video games. It served as a powerful example of the potential of games to explore complex and often marginalized topics.

Anna's book, 'Rise of the Videogame Zinesters', became an essential text for aspiring indie game developers. It advocated for a more personal and DIY approach to game creation, encouraging developers to embrace their own unique voices and perspectives, regardless of technical limitations. The book emphasized the importance of experimentation, self-expression, and creating games that reflected personal experiences and beliefs, which were contrary to the big budget gaming development industry.

Anna began teaching game design, sharing her knowledge and experience with aspiring developers. Through her teaching, she continued to promote the values of inclusivity, personal expression, and challenging conventional game design norms.

Anna continues to be a vocal advocate for inclusivity and diversity in the games industry. She consistently uses her platform to amplify marginalized voices and encourages the creation of games that reflect a wider range of experiences. She remains active in game development, exploring new creative avenues and pushing the boundaries of what games can achieve, influencing a generation of developers.