Madeline Stephanie Thorson (formerly known as Matt Thorson) was born in Canada.

Details about Maddy's early life are relatively scarce publicly. It can be assumed that they attended primary and secondary school within the Canadian education system. This period likely involved early exposure to computers and video games, given their future career path. Specifics about their family life or schooling during this period are not widely known.

While the specifics of Maddy's post-secondary education are not publicly documented, it is plausible that they pursued studies related to computer science, game design, or a related field. Alternatively, they may have been self-taught and primarily focused on independent learning and development.