Gaming & Entertainment
Gaming news, esports updates, entertainment technology, streaming platforms, and home entertainment reviews for gamers and tech enthusiasts in the Middle East.
Saudi eLeague Fighting Kicks Off in Riyadh with Road to Evo France Qualifier
Saudi Esports Federation hosts the Saudi eLeague Fighting qualifier in Riyadh, sending top Street Fighter 6 and Fatal Fury players to Evo France 2026.
Huawei AppGallery and Tarbi3ah Challenge Conclude Riyadh Baloot Finals
Over 3,800 players competed in the latest Baloot tournament organized by Huawei AppGallery and Tarbi3ah Challenge, concluding with live finals in Riyadh.
Hero Esports Launches CyberHero Humanoid Robot League in Riyadh
Hero Esports launched the CyberHero humanoid robot league in Riyadh, introducing a global circuit across eight cities.
OMODA O5 HEV Officially Launches in the UAE Market
OMODA & JAECOO has launched the OMODA O5 HEV hybrid in the UAE, offering a 1,000 km WLTC range and 165kW output without needing external charging.
Acer Expands Gaming Handheld Lineup With Predator Atlas 7 and DualPlay Concept
Acer announced the Predator Atlas 7 handheld gaming device with Intel Arc graphics alongside the Project DualPlay Mini convertible concept in Berlin.
Saudi Esports Federation and Vanguard Launch Level Up Training Program
The Saudi Esports Academy and Vanguard have introduced the Level Up program to provide graduates with operational training during the PRIME League.
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Capcom Reports Onimusha: Way of the Sword Sells 1 Million Units on Launch Day
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword sold over one million copies on day one, driving cumulative franchise sales past ten million units.
Panasonic Unveils 4K Studio Camera Firmware Update with New Color Adjustment Tools
Panasonic announced a firmware update for its 4K studio cameras, adding Color Temp Blend, Target Color Correction, and Chroma Suppression.
Sandisk Unveils Officially Licensed Pokémon Storage Drives Featuring Mew and Mewtwo
Sandisk has launched officially licensed Pokémon storage drives featuring Mew and Mewtwo, offering portable SSD and USB-C options up to 1TB.
HONOR Unveils Portable Projector Air Pro With Native 1080P and Built-In Netflix
HONOR has released the HONOR CHOICE Projector Air Pro in Saudi Arabia, offering native 1080P resolution, licensed Netflix, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
Jeddah to Host FIFAe Finals 2026 at Abadi Al Johar Arena This October
Jeddah will host the FIFAe Finals 2026 from 16 to 25 October at Abadi Al Johar Arena, featuring national teams competing across eFootball and Rocket League.
LEAP 2026 Opens in Riyadh with Global Tech Leaders and Major Showcases
LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh featuring 1,289 investors managing $14.5 trillion, robotics demos, and executive speakers from AMD, Cisco, and NVIDIA.
Samsung Odyssey G6 Debuts with 1,100Hz Refresh Rate at Gamescom
Samsung announced the Odyssey G6 monitor at Gamescom with an upgraded 1,100Hz refresh rate at 1080p alongside new OLED displays.
Xbox Confirms Project Helix Will Launch as a Family of Devices
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that Project Helix will arrive as a family of devices rather than a single console. The next-generation hardware is expected around 2027.
Alienware AW3926QW 39-Inch 5K2K OLED Gaming Monitor Details and Performance
Alienware AW3926QW features a 39-inch 5K2K OLED screen at $1,100. The monitor delivers high pixel density, 165 Hz refresh rate, and 90W USB-C connectivity.
Saudi Internet 2025 Report Identifies Top Gaming Platforms in the Kingdom
The Saudi Internet 2025 report tracks the most-used gaming platforms across the Kingdom, providing key data on player habits and digital network trends.
Nvidia DLSS 5 Leaks as Modders Test Neural Rendering in Games
An early build of Nvidia DLSS 5 leaked through NBA 2K27 files, allowing modders to apply neural rendering to older PC titles.
Roblox Establishes Regional Headquarters in Riyadh to Expand MENA Presence
Roblox has selected Riyadh as its regional headquarters for MENA, expanding investments in local creators and STEM education programs across Saudi Arabia.
Apple Raises Apple TV and Apple One Subscription Prices
Apple has increased subscription prices for Apple TV to $14.99 per month and Apple One bundles to $21.95 per month for new and current subscribers.
Yamaha Introduces WXA-70A Streaming Amplifier and WXC-70A Streamer
Yamaha announced the compact WXA-70A streaming amplifier and WXC-70A streamer, featuring ESS SABRE DACs, HDMI eARC, and YPAO room calibration.
Saudi Esports Federation Signs MoU with BSF to Strengthen Sector Financing
The Saudi Esports Federation signed an MoU with BSF to integrate executive banking, tournament sponsorships, and digital systems into competitive gaming.
Microsoft Unveils Xbox Disc-to-Digital Feature for Physical Games
Microsoft announced an Xbox feature enabling players to convert physical game discs into digital licenses for supported Xbox One and Series X titles.