Shockwave Returns: Gaming Portal Reimagined Launches at a16z speedrun Demo Day

Los Angeles, CA – October 6, 2025 – Shockwave, the iconic online gaming portal from the early internet, is back with a modern twist. The company will unveil its reimagined platform at Andreessen Horowitz's (a16z) Speedrun Demo Day on October 7, presenting to investors and showcasing the future of gaming.

Shockwave defined online gaming with its vast library of Flash-based games, from puzzles to multiplayer hits. Now, it’s evolving for today’s world with a mobile-first approach and AI-driven features.

“The new Shockwave will offer cross-device gameplay, where AI tailors challenges to your style, creates dynamic worlds, and integrates AI for immersive experiences making Shockwave a bridge between nostalgia and innovation,” Bill - CEO and Co-founder.

With over 20 years in gaming, the founding team built Addicting Games into a casual gaming giant, sold it to Viacom, and later re-acquired and scaled it to a $35 million sale to Enthusiast Gaming in 2021. Bill is joined by the same great team from Addicting Games, Jam City, and previous gaming companies.

Join us at a16z Speedrun Demo Day to see the future of Shockwave!

About Shockwave
Shockwave blends its legacy as a gaming pioneer with mobile, AI, and immersive tech to create accessible, innovative play for all. Reinventing the daily game platform for the masses!