Image via DMCC Dubai's landmarks and attractions will become playable destinations in Fortnite on November 11 through Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033, an interactive experience created by Dubai-based gaming company Wild Unlimited in collaboration with DMCC Gaming Centre. Developed using Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), the project recreates locations across Dubai in an open-world environment featuring exploration, competitive challenges and team-based objectives. The first

Image Via Abu Dhabi Gaming Abu Dhabi Gaming will host the second edition of SHIFT Game Jam from November 13 to 15, 2026, in partnership with Unity, offering AED 60,000 in prizes for games developed during the three-day competition. The event will take place at Nabdh MBZ in Al Manhal, Abu Dhabi, bringing together aspiring developers, students, professionals and hobbyists to create playable games using the Unity engine. Participants can enter individually or in teams of up to f

Image via SACC The Sharjah Animation and Comics Conference (SACC 2026) will host three esports tournaments offering cash prizes alongside a series of daily gaming challenges when the event opens at Aljada on October 22. The four-day conference, organised by Sharjah Book Authority, will feature competitions in EA Sports FC 27, Tekken 8 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, alongside arcade gaming, multiplayer experiences and daily leaderboard challenges. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate w

Image via Unity / Abu Dhabi Gaming Unity and Abu Dhabi Gaming will host Community Developer Day Abu Dhabi on November 12, 2026, bringing together game developers, studios and industry professionals for technical sessions, product updates and networking opportunities. The event will take place at Yas Conference Centre in Abu Dhabi, running from 10am to 5pm Gulf Standard Time, according to the official registration page. Organised in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Gaming, the dev

Image via Dubai Games Forum The Dubai Films and Games Commission will host a dedicated Games Forum at the Arab Media Summit 2026, bringing together gaming executives and industry experts to discuss the future of the sector. The forum will run during the Arab Media Summit from September 15 to 17 at Dubai World Trade Centre and will cover the economic, creative and social dimensions of gaming, as well as its growing role in digital and interactive content. Organised by the Duba