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WayForward Technologies Inc.
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WayForward Technologies Inc.

WayForward Technologies Inc. is an American video game developer founded in 1990, known for original IPs and licensed titles.
Action
Puzzle
Role-playing (RPG)
Action-adventure
Beat 'em up
Founded
1990
HQ
Valencia, California, United States
Known for
Platformer / Action-Adventure / Puzzle
103
Games
1994–2024
Years
30
Platforms
$42.58
Ø CIB
+24.2%
24M change

About

Founded by Voldi Way, the studio initially developed games for platforms like the Game Boy and Super Nintendo Entertainment System. They are well-known for creating the Shantae platforming series, as well as developing various licensed games for major entertainment franchises. Over the decades, they have established a reputation for high-quality 2D animation and sprite work.
Established in 1990, the developer secured early contracts by producing titles such as the action-adventure game Ultima - Runes of Virtue in 1992. This was followed by the puzzle game Mickey's Ultimate Challenge, which saw releases across multiple platforms in 1994 and a subsequent Sega Genesis release in 1998. By the turn of the millennium, the studio expanded its portfolio with the release of the athletic title Xtreme Sports in 2000.
Throughout its history, the company transitioned from a contract developer to a creator of original intellectual properties while continuing to collaborate with major publishers. They adapted to industry shifts by embracing digital distribution, which allowed them to self-publish original titles and revive classic franchises. Their portfolio includes collaborations on retro revivals, beat 'em ups, and run-and-gun shooters, solidifying their position as a versatile independent studio in the modern gaming landscape.

Key People

Voldi Way
Founder & CEO
Matt Bozon
Creative Director
Michael Miller
President

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