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Vanpool

Logo: Vanpool, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons3

Japanese video game developer

Vanpool, Inc. was an independent Japanese video game, music software, computer software and toy developer. Its employees included Taro Kudo and Kazuyuki Kurashima, both of whom worked for the independent game developer Love-de-Lic. The company was primarily known for its work on the Dillon's Rolling Western and Kirby series.2 It was founded by Tarō Kudō.1 It ceased to exist in 2023.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1999Founded1

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Vanpool, Inc. was an independent Japanese video game, music software, computer software and toy developer. Its employees included Taro Kudo and Kazuyuki Kurashima, both of whom worked for the independent game developer Love-de-Lic. The company was primarily known for its work on the Dillon's Rolling Western and Kirby series. Vanpool shut down on May 31, 2023.2

The story

Founded by Tarō Kudō in 1999.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. May 31, 2023Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1999Founded Founded1

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