Image via UNDP / Al Ghurair Foundation Applications are open for the UNDP and Al Ghurair Game Development Bootcamp, inviting UAE nationals aged 18 to 35 to develop practical game creation skills, with a deadline of October 30, 2026. The programme, run by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation in collaboration with HP, offers Core and Advanced training tracks aimed at helping aspiring developers build playable games and prepare fo

Image via Mastercard / Tamatem Mastercard and Jordan-founded games company Tamatem have partnered to expand payment options for players and game publishers across the Middle East and Africa. Under the agreement, Mastercard Gateway will become the payment gateway behind Tamatem Plus, the company’s digital commerce and payments platform, across more than 13 markets. The rollout will begin in Saudi Arabia and the UAE before expanding across the wider region. Tamatem Plus provide

The Indie game development ecosystem is thriving in the MENA region and here are some of the names to watch out for.

Niko Partners' Danial Ahmad explains where MENA gaming goes next, from esports and localization to regulation, talent and sustainable growth.

Image via Entertainment & Leisure MENA DMCC Gaming Centre has joined Entertainment & Leisure MENA 2027 as its official Gaming Ecosystem Partner, as the Dubai exhibition expands its focus on gaming and esports. The partnership will see DMCC Gaming Centre contribute to the event’s gaming and esports programme, including industry content and networking aimed at connecting gaming companies with operators, technology providers, investors and brands. E&L MENA 2027 will take place a

NIP Group CEO Hicham Chahine explains why Abu Dhabi is central to the company's plans to build gaming talent and a wider regional ecosystem.

Image via Abu Dhabi University Abu Dhabi University has partnered with Pearson to strengthen its Bachelor of Arts in Video Game Design programme, as the UAE continues to invest in developing local talent for its growing games industry. Under the partnership, Pearson will become a preferred academic content and digital learning partner for the programme at Abu Dhabi University’s College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences. The collaboration will give students access to Pear

Image via No Competition Infinity Gaming Dubai-based No Competition Infinity Gaming has signed a five-year agreement with Chinese robotics company Jiangsu Yunmu Intelligent Manufacturing Technology to explore applications combining gaming technology and virtual environments with humanoid robots. The agreement brings together Jiangsu Yunmu's robotics manufacturing capabilities with No Competition's work across digital gaming, virtual environments and simulation. Under the part

Image Via Zoud The UAE’s National Financial Wellbeing and Sustainability Initiative, Zoud, has partnered with Global Game Jam to launch Zoud GameLab, a new international game jam focused on using games to promote financial literacy. The fully virtual competition will take place from October 15 to November 15, 2026, inviting game developers, designers, artists, writers, teams and studios from around the world to create games that explore financial concepts and everyday money d

Image via DMCC Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) is set to host Gaming & AI Tech Talks: South Korea Edition on September 9 as part of its Made For Trade Live series, with the online webinar aimed at South Korean gaming, AI and technology companies considering expansion into Dubai and international markets. The event will run from 11am to 12pm Gulf Standard Time, or 4pm to 5pm in South Korea, and is being held in partnership with NEXUS HUB FZCO and AGCC. Topics will includ

Discover how Pixel Perfect's Campus Masters expanded to 51 universities across MENA, creating a sustainable grassroots pipeline and campus infrastructure for esports.

The mission of the Brand Partnership Studio is to empower brands to authentically engage live communities on Twitch. Reporting to the Regional Head of BPS, the Senior Creative Strategist will be a key player contributing to the Brand Partnership Studio mission within the Dubai office. As the sole Creative Strategist in the Middle East, this role carries elevated visibility and responsibility, serving as the creative voice for BPS across the entire region. The Senior Creative

About The Hiring Team Level Infinite is Tencent’s global gaming brand. It is a global game publisher offering a comprehensive network of services for games, development teams, and studios around the world.We are dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play while building a community that fosters inclusivity, connection, and accessibility. Level Infinite also provides a wide range of service

The Middle East and North Africa gaming industry continues to expand, with a growing calendar of esports tournaments, gaming conventions, developer events, workshops and industry conferences taking place across the region. From major international esports competitions to developer-focused events in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, to community gaming tournaments in Kuwait, Qatar and Oman, there are plenty of dates for players, developers, publishers, brands and gaming profess

DMCC Gaming Centre will represent Dubai at Gamescom 2026 as the emirate steps up efforts to attract international developers, publishers and gaming technology companies. The centre will take part in the Dubai Pavilion at Koelnmesse in Cologne from August 26 to 30. Visitors can meet the team at Hall 04.1, Stand A011g to B010g between 9am and 5pm. DMCC plans to use the event to promote Dubai as a base for gaming companies looking to enter the Middle East, Africa and other inter

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