MidBoss
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Video games, Media production |
| Founded | February 2012 |
| Founder | Matt Conn |
| Headquarters | United States |
Key people | Cade Peterson (CEO) |
| Products | 2064: Read Only Memories, Gaming in Color |
MidBoss is a United States-based company specializing in video game development and media production, established by members of the GaymerX team as they broadened their initiatives to include projects such as Gaming in Color and 2064: Read Only Memories.
On March 26, 2018, founder Matt Conn stepped down from his role as CEO amid accusations involving sexual misconduct, wage disputes, and workplace harassment. In April 2018, Cade Peterson was named as the new CEO.
2064: Read Only Memories
2064: Read Only Memories is a cyberpunk-themed adventure title available on various platforms including Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, and PlayStation 4. The initial release occurred on October 6, 2015, followed by a PlayStation 4 launch on January 17, 2017. The game’s development was supported through a Kickstarter campaign that secured $64,378 by December 2013.
Gaming in Color
Gaming in Color is a documentary film that showcases queer gamers and industry figures, emphasizing LGBTQ visibility within video games. This project was financed via Kickstarter in May 2013 and distributed by Devolver Digital, with a broad release on major platforms on May 19, 2015.
GaymerX
MidBoss oversaw the initial three years of GaymerX, a convention centered on LGBTQ themes within gaming and geek culture. Founded by Matt Conn in February 2012, MidBoss launched a Kickstarter campaign on August 2, 2012, aiming for $25,000 and achieving this target within five days, eventually raising more than $91,000. The first event was held August 3–4, 2013, in San Francisco. In late 2015, MidBoss transitioned GaymerX into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.