Gaming & Entertainment
Gaming news, esports updates, entertainment technology, streaming platforms, and home entertainment reviews for gamers and tech enthusiasts in the Middle East.

NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs Pricing and Specifications Revealed in Market Assessment
A Morgan Stanley assessment reveals that NVIDIA’s upcoming RTX Spark PCs could start at $1,799, with flagship models reaching $2,899.

Belkin Partners with Disney and Pixar to Launch Toy Story 5 Inspired Tablet Accessory
Belkin has collaborated with Disney and Pixar to launch a new protective iPad case inspired by the character Lilypad from the upcoming Toy Story 5 film.

NVIDIA RTX Spark: The New Superchip Redefining Personal AI Laptops
NVIDIA has unveiled the RTX Spark superchip, combining a 20-core Grace CPU and Blackwell GPU to run advanced local AI agents on thin laptops.

AMD Announces New Ryzen Desktop Processors and Extended AM5 Support at Computex 2026
AMD announced new Ryzen desktop processors at Computex 2026, confirming AM5 platform support through 2029 and launching the Radeon RX 9070 GRE globally.

LG Launches UltraGear evo 5K Gaming Monitor with Hyper Mini LED
LG Electronics has launched the UltraGear evo GM9 5K gaming monitor, featuring Hyper Mini LED technology and AI upscaling.

Nvidia ARM Laptop Chips Specifications Leaked Ahead of Launch
Leaked specifications have revealed the details of Nvidia’s upcoming N1 and N1X ARM-based laptop processors ahead of their official debut.

Esports World Cup Unveils Revamped Formats for Historic MLBB Tournaments
MOONTON Games has announced major format updates for the Mid Season Cup and MLBB Women’s International at the upcoming Esports World Cup.

Path of Exile 2 Launches Free Weekend and Supporter Pack Discount
Grinding Gear Games has announced a free weekend for Path of Exile 2 alongside a 50% discount on its Early Access Supporter Pack.

Qiddiya City and MPL MENA Sign Five-Year Esports Deal
Qiddiya City has signed a five-year partnership with MPL MENA to accelerate regional esports growth following a record-breaking Season 9 Grand Finals in Cairo.

REDMAGIC 11S Pro Gaming Smartphone Launches Globally with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
The REDMAGIC 11S Pro gaming smartphone has launched globally, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and a 7,500mAh battery.

Xsolla and Dubai Films and Games Commission Announce Multi-Year Partnership
Xsolla and the Dubai Films and Games Commission have formed a strategic partnership to accelerate game development and connect Dubai-based developers to global markets.

REDMAGIC 11S Pro Series Launches in China with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
REDMAGIC launched its 11S Pro Series gaming smartphones in China on May 18, 2026, featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version and advanced cooling systems. Prices start from 5,499 RMB.

Acer Predator Helios Neo Gaming Laptops Get Intel Core Ultra 200HX and RTX 5080 Upgrades
Acer launches three Predator Helios Neo gaming laptops powered by Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus and up to RTX 5080 GPUs. Models arrive in select regions starting June 2026.

TCL Launches 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV Lineup in UAE With C7L, C8L, and X11L Models
TCL unveils its 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV lineup in the UAE, featuring the C7L, C8L, and flagship X11L models with up to 10,000 nits peak brightness and 20,000+ local dimming zones.

TCL Launches 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV Lineup in UAE With C7L, C8L, and X11L Models
TCL unveiled its 2026 SQD-Mini LED TV lineup in the UAE with three models: C7L, C8L, and flagship X11L. The new televisions feature up to 10,000 nits peak brightness and advanced quantum dot technology.

HUAWEI AppGallery Concludes $20,000 Baloot Esports Tournament in Riyadh
HUAWEI AppGallery concluded its $20,000 Baloot esports tournament in Riyadh, elevating the traditional Saudi card game into a structured competitive format with regional participation.

TOD Rebrands to TOD by beIN Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Streaming
beIN MEDIA GROUP rebrands its streaming platform TOD to TOD by beIN, consolidating its digital strategy ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 streaming across MENA.

Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients Launches May 29 with 50+ Hours of New Content
Path of Exile 2 expansion launches May 29 with over 50 hours of new endgame content, including five storylines, 15 new bosses, two Ascendancy classes, and redesigned crafting systems.

LG Wireless TVs First to Earn TÜV Rheinland Lossless Vision Certification
LG Electronics’ wireless TVs receive first-ever True Wireless Lossless Vision certification from TÜV Rheinland, delivering visually lossless 4K quality without cable connections.

Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2026 Shortlist Announced
Sony announces the 2026 shortlist for its Future Filmmaker Awards, featuring over 8,400 submissions from 162 countries across five categories. Shortlisted filmmakers travel to Los Angeles for exclusive masterclasses and networking at Sony Pictures Studios.

beIN Studios Premieres ‘My Road to Red Bull’ Documentary on Isack Hadjar’s F1 Journey
beIN MEDIA GROUP premieres ‘My Road to Red Bull,’ a three-part documentary following Formula 1 driver Isack Hadjar’s rookie season and rise from karting to racing for Oracle Red Bull Racing, launching April 30 on TOD and beIN SPORTS.

Tamatem Acquires Playable Factory to Lead AI-Powered Gaming in Middle East
Tamatem completes acquisition of Turkish interactive ads platform Playable Factory, marking the region’s first major push into AI-driven game development and reaching $25M in total funding.
