Your Co-pilot for Modern publishing.
Midwest Games provides for-hire publishing support to video games across PC, consoles, and more. We’ve got a fierce independent spirit and a mission to change the games industry for the better. While we're proudly based in the Midwest, we champion teams all around the world.
We strive to support teams better than anyone else out there - whether you’re an indie developer or a global publisher, you will receive our full efforts and an honest partnership.
We believe:
- Great games come from well supported teams
- Building meaningful change takes a community working together
- Relationships and integrity matter
- Long-term value come above short-term gains
Leadership Team
Our leadership has worked on hundreds of titles including indie games, AAA franchises, acclaimed TV shows, and blockbuster films. We’ve helped to build and grow some of the largest IP in the world including BattleTech, Borderlands, NBA 2K, XCOM as well as Attack on Titan, Bird Box, Demon Slayer, and more. The expertise and experience of our team is now available to help your title in becoming the next beloved brand.
Ben Kvalo
Our fearless leader with a big vision for the Midwest and other regions, Ben is a Wisconsin native who has published 100+ game titles and 50+ films. Ben has helped build two of the largest games publishers (2K & Netflix Games) in the world. He’s worked across AAA, Indie, Mobile, Live-services, & Esports and led the World Cup of Video Games, BlizzCon, while at Blizzard. Ask him about Skee-Ball.
Jen Corbett
An expert in audience development, Jen leads marketing to help our games succeed. She has been a Vice President for Sony and Discovery focused on building fan communities. At Crunchyroll, Jen launched campaigns for top anime titles, blockbuster films and Crunchyroll Games and led the Anime Awards. Jen is based in Madison, WI.
Chris Klimecky
Chris is a veteran in game production and knows the intricacies of development and publishing. He has shipped 50+ games across platforms with start-up exits including Surreal Software acquired by Midway Games and Harebrained Schemes acquired by Paradox Interactive. Chris is a Michigan native, a UM Alumni and an accomplished musician and producer.
Adam Orth
Adam is a proven entertainment executive, creative leader, and entrepreneur. He has held leadership roles across startups and global video game, entertainment and technology companies, including: Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Santa Monica, Microsoft, Electronic Arts, Lucasarts, PopCap Games and Creative Artists Agency. He is the creator of the acclaimed VR + PlayStation experience ADR1FT.
Board & Advisors
Gina Joseph
Gina is a seasoned professional with nearly 20 years of experience in media and tech and currently serves as the Chief Strategy Officer of VentureBeat. A Harvard Business School and UC Berkeley alum, she excels in strategic partnerships and business development and is a dedicated advocate for diversity and inclusion. Gina is the first Afghan American board member in the US for a games publisher.
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