Midwest Games has obtained a strategic investment of $2 million

Midwest Games, located in Wisconsin, has obtained a $2 million funding to enhance game publishing support and advocate for underrepresented creators. This announcement, made on September 22, 2025, is the first entry of Kansas City's Prevail Private Capital into the gaming sector.

"Midwest Games embodies the kind of value-oriented innovation we aim to support," stated Kerry Lawing, CEO of Prevail Private Capital. She highlighted the rapid pace of change in the gaming world and noted that Midwest Games’ approach is designed to succeed in such a dynamic environment. "We're excited to back their endeavor," Lawing added.

The company was established in 2023 by Ben Kvalo, formerly associated with Netflix, and Rob Martin, a former member of XSET, and is recognized for its "publishing-as-a-service model." Last October, Midwest Games also raised $3 million with TitletownTech’s leadership, aimed at scaling their operations and workforce.

The leadership roster at Midwest Games features industry experts such as chief marketing officer Jennifer Corbett, previously at Crunchyroll, and Chris Klimecky, a former principal producer at ProbablyMonsters. Additionally, their advisory panel includes figures like Larry 'Major Nelson' Hryb from Unity Technologies and Mark James, who was previously CTO at Striking Distance Studios.

Ben Kvalo, Midwest Games' CEO and founder, expressed gratitude for the investment, stating, "The backing from Prevail is a significant boost for our mission." He emphasized their goal to expand the provision of strategic, marketing, and production expertise to partners, aiding in the successful launch and operation of their games.