At Dire Wolf Digital, we are designers and developers of online strategy and social games, with a proven track record and expertise in digital collectibles and trading card and miniatures games. We are a one-stop shop for IP holders looking to extend their brands and looking to create synergies with collectible gaming in their communities.
Based in Denver, CO, the Dire Wolf team has years of experience and has shipped more than ten titles and thirty expansions in the digital collectibles space. We are passionate about playing and making fun games, and are committed to creating high-quality and innovative gaming experiences.
Who are we?
Scott Martins – PresidentAn industry veteran of 14 years, Scott has experience leading teams to success. His last company, Worlds Apart Productions, was acquired by Sony Online Entertainment in 2006. As Studio Head at SOE Denver, Scott was responsible for managing a rapidly growing dev team, and for the development of a profitable digital collectibles business. Scott combines a love and passion for gaming with a determined, business-minded sensibility. Scott enjoys speed chess, foosball, poker, pool and darts – all sure signs of a misspent youth. Favorite Video Game: Civilization Revolution |
Paul Dennen – Creative DirectorPaul has over a decade of working experience on digital collectible games. He has design credits to such titles as Legends of Norrath, Star Wars Galaxies TCG, and the Free Realms TCG. Paul’s innovative game, Star Chamber, was named Best Independent Game of 2005 by Computer Games Magazine, who said that it was “…one of the best-designed computer games of the past five years.“ Paul likes to exercise his programming skills to build rapid game prototypes. In his spare time, he enjoys gaming (of course!), movies, vegetarian cooking, and hanging out at home with his cats. Favorite Movie: This is Spinal Tap |
Roger Chamberlain – Art DirectorOver the past 15 years Roger has lent his expertise to some of the biggest names in the game industry including Microsoft, Electronic Arts, and Sony Online Entertainment. His talents have been featured in a variety of AAA franchises, such as Links Golf, FIFA Soccer, MVP Baseball, and Amped Snowboarding. Under Roger’s direction, the art of SOE Denver’s TCGs – which include Star Wars Galaxies TCG, the Clone Wars Adventures TCG, Legends of Norrath (EverQuest), and the Free Realms TCG – was recognized in E3’s prestigious “Into the Pixel” exhibit as well as art annuals like EXPOSÉ, and EXOTIQUE. When he’s not polishing up an image or perfecting a UI, you’ll find Roger hiking the Rockies, hustling bar patrons at the foosball table, or relaxing while painting or sculpting at home. Favorite Video Game: Assassin’s Creed |
Ryan Anderson – Technical LeadRyan brings a wealth of experience in building back-end systems to support digital collectible games. He was one of the lead programmers that brought Legends of Norrath to the worlds of EverQuest and EverQuest II during his time at Sony Online Entertainment. Ryan also worked at Idol Minds, where he worked on console games for the PS2 and PS3. As if that wasn’t enough, Ryan has reached expert level on Rock Band. Rock on. Favorite Outdoor Activity: Skiing |
Bruce Mitchener – Server ArchitectBruce has a true passion for technology. He has over 15 years experience in the software industry and has spent the last 7 working in the micro-transaction and trading card game space at Worlds Apart and Sony Online Entertainment. He also brings experience building systems that scale in terms of both the human and hardware resources. Bruce enjoys travel, eating strange foods, and living in far-off lands. He has a life-long love for learning and new experiences. |