nWay

nWay is a video game developer, publisher and multiplayer technology provider based in San Francisco, with development operations in Seoul. Founded in 2011, the studio focuses on synchronous, real-time multiplayer experiences across mobile devices, consoles and PC. Its work combines fighting and action role-playing games with cross-platform play, live operations and backend technology.

The studio's early title ChronoBlade brought its approach to low-latency multiplayer combat into an action RPG brawler. Its subsequent work with licensed entertainment properties included Power Rangers: Legacy Wars, released in 2017 following a collaboration with Saban Brands and Lionsgate. The mobile fighting game surpassed 70 million downloads worldwide, according to the company's website.

Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid followed in 2019, extending the franchise into console and PC fighting games. The title supported crossplay and cross-progression across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC and Stadia. Together, these projects reflect nWay's emphasis on bringing competitive multiplayer experiences to players across different platforms.

Development and publishing

nWay's capabilities span game design, engineering, art, animation, quality assurance and publishing. It develops for iOS, Android, consoles and PC, alongside infrastructure for matchmaking, networking and competitive tournaments. Its portfolio also includes WWE Undefeated and Battlepalooza.

Following its acquisition by Animoca Brands in December 2019, nWay expanded into blockchain gaming and licensed digital collectibles. This work includes Olympic Games Jam Beijing 2022 and the Olympic Heritage Collection NFT pins, developed under licensing agreements with the International Olympic Committee.

The studio also developed Wreck League, a multiplayer mech combat game created in collaboration with Yuga Labs. In 2024, it worked with Animoca Brands and Mocaverse to launch Cosmic Bomber. These projects extend its multiplayer development business into Web3 games and collectible marketplaces while retaining its focus on action-oriented, connected play.