Wayward

Wayward is a game about moving forward. Everyone takes their own paths through life. Explore what that means to you in this low-stakes atmospheric exploration experience.


Fun Facts

  • Developed for Ludum Dare 46 Jam. Placed in the top 10% overall, and within the top 4% in both the innovation and mood categories.
  • Every person who was involved with the project got an opportunity to communicate their own personal fears and anxieties in the game.
  • The game was designed to not push any specific message. It's up to the player to decide what it means to them.
  • Developers: Jared Slawski, Azim Momin

  • Artists: Stephen Rudd, Andrew Rudd

  • Development Period: April 2020 (Weekend game jam)

  • Development Tools: Unity Engine (C#)