GAMESPOT TOP TEN
07-07-08

Yesterday Moon moved up to the number one position on Gamespot's Nintendo DS Top Ten list. Being in the company of Square Enix, Nintendo, Activision, Capcom, and Atlus is pretty amazing!

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DEMENTIUM: THE WARD GOES TO JAPAN
04-22-08

Dementium: The Ward is announced for Japanese release (June 26) in Japan's number one gaming magazine, Famitsu. Incidentally, Dementium: The Ward was listed first out of 20 "new games" featured, and was also treated to the only double-wide spot whereas every other game had half the space devoted to it - that's neat! Thanks Famitsu.
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IGN TOP TEN
04-14-08
Last week, Moon moved up to the number three spot on IGN's Top Ten list. It was cuddled by the likes of Pokemon, Pokemon, and Pokemon - not too shabby!

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Developed by Renegade Kid, Moon is a sci-fi, action-adventure title for Nintendo DS™. Moon places gamers on the cold lunar surface in the year 2058. Researchers are shocked to find a sealed, alien hatch during construction of a new lunar base, but it’s a shock that soon pales in comparison to what they find beyond the hatch.

“Moon is dark, twisted, heart pounding, frequently violent and always disturbing. Pretty much what you’d expect when you take madmen like Renegade Kid, jack their technology up to the next level, and turn them loose,” said Bill Swartz, Head Woof of Mastiff.

“Moon demonstrates the impressive power of Nintendo DS, while appealing to a crowd that’s looking for a first-person action-adventure title that delivers a menacing story and really puts your gaming skills to the test,” said Jools Watsham, Owner and Creative Director at Renegade Kid. “Building upon our achievements with Dementium: The Ward, Renegade Kid is utilizing its sophisticated 3D engine, dubbed the ‘Renegade Engine,’ to continue pushing the limits of Nintendo DS and focus on producing high quality content.”
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MOON IS OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED LIVE ON GAMESPOT
03-13-08

Gamespot's live "On The Spot" internet show had Jools Watsham as a guest on Thursday, March 13, to announce Moon for the first time. A video clip of Moon's intro sequence was also shown: here. Here's Jools on the show:

Live video feed from Jools' office

What's that over Jools' shoulder?
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IGN BEST OF 2007 DS AWARDS
12-21-07

Dementium: The Ward wins two IGN awards and is also a runner-up. This is a great honor for the team.

RUNNER-UP!
Best Use of Sound

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EIEIO / E3 PRESS COVERAGE

EIEIO 2007 BITE-SIZE REPORT

*** WARNING ***
Adult Content May Not Be Suitable For
Children / Impressionable Minds
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DEMENTIUM WEBSITE GOES LIVE!
07-09-07

The official game website for Dementium: The Ward is now open for viewing. Go there for the latest screenshots, movies, and information.
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Location: Hotel California
Address: 1670 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Times: 7/11 12pm-6pm; 7/12 10am-6pm; 7/13 12pm-4pm

Playable games, accessible developers, Gamecock suckers, and food and drink will all be part of the festival.

"EIEIO is going to be a celebration of the amazing lineup of independent developers that Gamecock has been lucky enough to sign on, and I'm thrilled to say that every one of them will be in attendance to give personal demos of their works in progress," said Mike Wilson, Grand Champeen and CEO of Gamecock. "And, of course, there will be a truckload of that very special Texas hospitality that our friends have come to expect. While this year's E3 'business summit' might seem a bit strange and uptight, those who still harbor a true love for original games and the talented folks that create them should know that there's plenty of room at the Hotel California. Such a lovely place..."

Gamecock's artist-driven line-up crosses every platform and hits multiple genres. The showcase includes several previously announced games along with several new ones. Developers will be on hand to demo their creations and answer any questions. Among the featured titles are:

• Fury (PC) - The ultimate competitive PVPMMO combines fast-paced gameplay with traditional online RPG elements, developed by Auran. Ship date: Fall 2007. www.unleashthefury.com

• Insecticide (PC & Nintendo DS™) - Insects rule a gritty crime world in this high action adventure title from Crackpot Entertainment. Ship date: Fall 2007. www.insecticidethegame.com

• Dementium: The Ward (Nintendo DS) - A creepy survival horror FPS unlike anything seen on the Nintendo DS, developed by Renegade Kid. Ship date: Fall 2007

• Hail to the Chimp (Next-Gen Platforms) - Mayhem erupts as the animal kingdom vies for a new king in this politically fueled party game. Developed by Wideload Games. Ship date: Spring 2008. www.chimplove.com

• Mushroom Men (Nintendo DS & Wii™) - Civil war breaks out in a visually stunning fungi world in this action title from Red Fly Studio. Ship date: Fall 2008. www.mushroommen.com

• Dungeon Hero (PC & Xbox 360) - A sword-swinging, close-quarters combat, action-packed portrayal of life in the dungeon from Firefly Studios. Ship date: 2009. www.heroherohero.com

• Two Major Unannounced Next-Gen Titles - Some things you have to see to believe!

"We've hit the ground running with wildly creative games on all next-gen platforms and PCs," said Harry Miller, President and Head of Development for Gamecock Media Group. "E.I.E.I.O. will be a great opportunity for the world to get their eyes on these products and see, first-hand, what these talented developers have in store."
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GAMECOCK TO PUBLISH 'THE WARD'
06-01-07

After many discussions, contract negotiations, a couple of games of pool, and a few margaritas, Renegade Kid and Gamecock have decided to team-up and publish 'The Ward' for the Nintendo DS. The game has also met with a name change - Dementium: The Ward. Expect to see the new logo next week.

RENEGADE KID SIGNS WITH GAMECOCK MEDIA GROUP

Cockpit, Austin, Texas – June 1, 2007 – Renegade Kid today announced that they will be working with Gamecock Media Group to launch their first title – Dementium: The Ward for the Nintendo DS™. Dementium: The Ward combines action-adventure, first-person shooter and survival horror into one nightmarish experience. Pushing the limits of the Nintendo DS with full 3D visuals, this “next generation” title will set the bar for mature handheld games.

“Renegade Kid is looking to move above and beyond what most games are attempting on the DS, and with Gamecock we’ve found a publisher who is supportive, developer friendly, and willing to give us the freedom to create the game we want,” said Jools Watsham, Owner and Creative Director of Renegade Kid. “Dementium showcases what a powerful piece of hardware the DS is, while drawing in a mature crowd that’s looking for a title they can really sink their teeth into.”

“From the first meeting, Renegade Kid have proven themselves to be innovative, unafraid to push the ‘norms’ of gaming and incredibly talented – all of which we think are the key characteristics of a great developer,” said Harry Miller, Head of Development of Gamecock Media Group. “It’s great when you can sit down with a developer who shares the same vision of where games should be going in creating new and exciting titles to offer an alternative to the bland remakes and sequels flooding stores today.”

Dementium: The Ward tells the tale of a man who awakens to find himself alone in a mysterious, derelict hospital that is frozen in time. Confronted by the deadly, grotesque surgical experiments that wander the halls, a series of challenging puzzles and a cast of peculiar characters, he must face his deepest fears, unlock the mysteries of the hospital, and escape with his life. A completely new experience on the Nintendo DS, Dementium promises to creep you out with gory visuals and bone-chilling audio that brings the world screaming to life.
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