Gaming & Entertainment
Gaming news, esports updates, entertainment technology, streaming platforms, and home entertainment reviews for gamers and tech enthusiasts in the Middle East.
Sports for All Federation and Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation launch new Softball Cricket Tournament to widen appeal of the popular game
Softball Cricket is a simpler version of traditional cricket allowing everyone, no matter their skill level, fitness, or age, to get involved The tournament will begin on September 3 and run for four months The tournament will host more than 5,000 players across the Kingdom’s 11 major cities RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, September 05, 2021 – It’s […]
SAUDI FILM DELEGATION BOUND FOR VENICE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL TO SUPPORT AND PROMOTE ARAB CINEMA
September 5th, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) with the support of the Saudi Film Commission (SFC) continues its mission to champion emerging talent and is supporting filmmakers with the opportunity to attend the 78th edition of the Venice International Film Festival which runs from 1-11 September 2021. The line-up of […]
Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation Expresses Support for ‘Dakar Future’ Ahead of Return of Dakar Rally in 2022
The transformative energy transition plan is dedicated to fostering green innovation in the world of rally raids JEDDAH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 02 September 2021: The Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) – a leading sports entity that supports and supervises motorsport activities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – has expressed its utmost […]
Redesigned Interface and Popular K-Content Makes the Viewing Experience Even More Enjoyable And Engaging on LG Smart TVs
Enhanced LG Channels Feature New UX and Expanded Selection of Free, Premium Content Jeddah, September 2, 2021 — LG Electronics (LG) is upgrading its free, premium content streaming service, LG Channels, to provide an enhanced viewing experience for LG smart TV customers. In addition to the redesigned UI, the upgrade introduces more channels and a wider […]
Sport and social activism come together as all-female football teams prepare to compete at the inaugural of Global Goals World Cup Saudi Arabia
GGWCUP Saudi Arabia is part of the wider Global Goals World Cup program, centered around interlinking sports with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. 28 all-female teams will present the community work they have undertaken and participate in a two-day 5-a-side football tournament to determine the competition winner. The winning team will progress to the […]
HOW THINQ IS LEADING LG’S DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION JOURNEY
The Game-Changing App offers Intelligent Convenience across a Host of LG appliances Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 30, 2020 – With a vision to become the leading lifestyle innovator that serves a truly intelligent way of living, LG is empowering homeowners to transform digitally through its ThinQ AI platform. As LG builds its AI strategy to […]
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OSN APPOINTS SANGEETA DESAI AS INTERIM CEO
OSN, the leading entertainment platform to welcome Interim CEO Dubai, UAE – August 30, 2021: Mr. Faisal Al Ayyar, Chairman of OSN (Panther Media Group Ltd) announced today that Ms. Sangeeta Desai has been appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Ms. Desai has served as a non-executive director on the Board for over a […]
2021 FORMULA 1 SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX: 100 Days to Go!
“What we are doing together with Saudi Arabia is amazing, it’s something the world has never seen before” Carsten Tilke, Managing Director of Tilke GmbH Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – In just 100 days Formula 1® will roar into Jeddah as Saudi Arabia will host its first-ever Grand Prix. In the countdown to the inaugural race […]
Intigral Brings Jawwy TV’s Epic Entertainment Content to Apple TV
Expanding Its Digital Solutions across Multiple Devices Riyadh, KSA, August 25, 2021: Inspired by its fast-paced technological expansion across the Kingdom, Intigral has recently launched its state-of-the-art Jawwy TV platform on Apple TV, increasing its accessibility across most major smart TV brands thereby elevating the quality of its services for its customers. Having successfully expanded […]
2021 FORMULA 1 SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX: OVERTAKE THE FUTURE
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – The Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) – Promoter of the 2021 FORMULA 1 SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX – has today revealed it’s new OVERTAKE THE FUTURE signature, blending the distinct features of Saudi Arabian culture and heritage with the global, all-encompassing power of Formula 1. As soon as the arrival […]
Yalla Group sees compounded growth with Huawei Mobile Services
KSA app developer notes spike in downloads and in-app revenue from HUAWEI AppGallery 23rd August 2021, KSA-based Yalla Group has reported record downloads and unprecedented in-app purchase revenue since it released its flagship gaming app Yalla Ludo on HUAWEI AppGallery in August 2020. Yalla Group Limited is a developer of social networking and entertainment platforms, from and for […]
LG OLED Recognized for Decade of TV Innovation at 2021 EISA Awards
LG’s Innovative Home Entertainment Solutions HonoredOnce Again by the World’s Foremost Experts in Consumer Electronics RIYADH – AUGUST 23, 2021 — LG Electronics (LG) has added to its impressive record of success at the EISA Awards, with five of its home entertainment innovations earning accolades for the 2021-2022 award season. Held annually by the Expert Imaging […]
Lineage W Unveils Across the Globe
The game succeeds PC MMORPG Lineage’s legitimacy Developed strategically with the concept ‘Worldwide’ NCSOFT’s CCO Taek-Jin Kim said, “Lineage W is a project that pursues the ultimate Lineage” Supports quarter view based on full 3D graphics, a single build for the global market, and cross-platform play on PC and consoles Pre-registration is available globally on the […]
Kaspersky’s advice against online bullies
In 2020, as countries around the world were forced into lockdown, the number of online gamers skyrocketed. In fact, by the end of March 2020, the number of both active users and concurrent users actively playing games on Steam (the most popular online gaming platform, community, and store) reached an all-time record. Consequently, in-game abuse and online […]
VOX Cinemas opens ninth integrated movie theatre in Riyadh at The Esplanade
Eight-screen multiplex offers a variety of high-end cinematic experiences including GOLD, MAX, and KIDS VOX Cinemas The Esplanade is an integrated family entertainment destination with concepts including Yalla! Bowling and billiards This launch marks VOX Cinemas’ third opening with long-term partners Unified Real Estate Development Company — the largest and fastest-growing shopping developer in Saudi […]
COOK WITH CONFIDENCE: LG INTRODUCES NEW COOKING INNOVATIONS IN KSA WITH AIR FRY AND KNOCK-ON INSTAVIEW TECHNOLOGY
The Latest Innovation from LG Makes Preparing Tasty Meals at Home Easy for All RIYADH, 18 AUGUST – Consumers have come to expect better integration of kitchen appliances as technology continues to innovate to create a more advanced culinary experience. The LG Electronics (LG) connected smart kitchen collection of ovens, refrigerators, and dishwashers are working together […]
The Number Of PC Gamers To Jump Over 1.8 Billion By 2024, Revenues To Hit Nearly $40B
Despite the looming threat of mobile gaming, PC games are still a huge revenue-generating machine bringing billions of dollars of profit each year. The number of PC gamers is also on the rise. During 2020, the global sales of gaming PCs grew by 16.2%, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic and its stay-at-home orders. However, the […]
NEW SAUDI GAMING PODCAST “THE CODE” TO LAUNCH BY FINYAL MEDIA
Finyal Media launches first ever Arabic sci-fi podcast with “The Code”, a gaming series produced and created in Saudi Arabia The seven part season will launch from 18th August across all podcasting platforms Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 16th August 2021: Finyal Media, a regional podcast network that focuses on storytelling podcasts across MENA, will be launching a brand new […]
Gaming Apps Score High on AppGallery during Global Game Fest Campaign
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 15 August 2021 – – Working in partnership with 13 of the world’s most forward-thinking game developers – including much-loved household names such as Playrix, Com2us, Gameloft, and FunPlus – Huawei launched its inaugural Game Fest campaign. Game Fest sought to inspire AppGallery users to explore a new generation of play on the platform, offering them a host of exclusive benefits including […]
Jawwy TV reveals selection of captivating titles for August 2021
Complementing its unmatched lineup of summer content offerings Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 15, 2021: Intigral, a leading provider of digital entertainment and sports in MENA, revealed a captivating selection of movies and series for release in August 2021 in continuation of its attractive summer content offerings curated to suit all viewing preferences. Leading the month’s […]
Making Greener Choices in Everyday Life
RIYADH, 12 AUGUST 2021 The recognition of environmental issues has come a long way in the past six decades since the publication of Rachel Carson’s book Silent Spring. Today, nations, international organizations, and even brands are working to alleviate greenhouse gases, save plants and animals on the brink of extinction and enrich the biodiversity of our lands. […]
Break-in to ‘Al Shifra’ – an OSN Original Star-Studded Escape Room Challenge
The latest OSN Originals sees two celebrity duets competing and rushing against the clock to break-out of an escape room A-listers include Mohamad Assaf, Joelle Mardinian, Shatha Hassoun, Wissam Breidy, Khaled Mansour, Lojain Omaran, Mahira Abdel Aziz, Leila Bin Khalifa, Zoya Sakr, and many more Dubai, UAE, 10 August 2021 – OSN keeps the mystery alive as some of […]