Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The MENA gaming market is expanding rapidly, led by sports, battle royale, RPG, and action-adventure games. Football titles dominate sports gaming, while PUBG and shooter games lead mobile playtime. RPGs generate the highest revenues, especially in Gulf countries. Puzzle, MOBA, and racing games also maintain strong regional engagement as mobile gaming continues to drive overall market growth.
Gamez Quest enters Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing gaming ecosystem with a mission to elevate Arabic localisation through cultural expertise rather than translation alone. As global publishers look to MENA for expansion, the studio provides essential support to help games resonate authentically with regional audiences, strengthening the industry’s localisation infrastructure.
North Africa is emerging as a cornerstone of MENA’s gaming market, powered by a youthful population, government backing, and investor confidence. With 559 million players across the region and over $56m in recent funding, MENA is becoming one of the world’s fastest-growing gaming ecosystems.
Xsolla has expanded its payment options in the MENA region to better serve local gamers and boost revenue. New methods, including mobile wallets and carrier billing, are tailored to regional preferences. This expansion aims to enhance accessibility, improve trust, and drive secure transactions for game developers and publishers in MENA.
Blood Strike MENA has launched with full Arabic support, expanding to over 20 countries in the region. Published by Steller Gate Games, the game offers various modes, unique strikers, and exciting battle scenarios. The move follows NetEase’s strategy to tailor games for local markets, though no official comment has been made.