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

Motorsport Giants Go Head to Head in New Extreme E Racing Series in Saudi Arabia
Ten world champions on Continental racing tires Racing series begins on 3 and 4 April 2021 in AlUla, Saudi Arabia Special 37-inch tires for the electric SUV – ODYSSEY 21 Riyadh, March 22, 2021. The spectacular new Extreme E off-road racing series will kick off its inaugural season in Saudi Arabia on 3 and 4 April. […]

PUBG MOBILE AND OPPO ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP FOR 2021 Middle East & Africa ESPORTS SEASON
PUBG MOBILE appoints OPPO as official smartphone partner, Reno5 series as official smartphone, of PUBG MOBILE Esports MEA 2021 Riyadh, KSA – March 21 2021 – PUBG MOBILE has appointed OPPO as the official smartphone partner of PUBG MOBILE Esports in the Middle East and Africa regions, and Reno5 series as the official designated smartphone of PUBG MOBILE Esports MEA 2021. The dynamic partnership will see PUBG […]

Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Unveils Jeddah Street Circuit
Newest track on F1 Calendar set to be the world’s fastest street circuit Debut race weekend to take place in Jeddah under the lights on December 3rd – 5th, 2021 Estimated average speeds of 250 km/h – F1’s fastest street circuit Jeddah City Circuit stretches to 6.175 kilometres in length – F1’s longest street circuit Newest […]

Huawei 5G to Reshape FIFA World Cup 2022 to be the most amazing experience in the sporting history
President of Huawei Middle East details the company’s efforts to support governments and enterprises in the region to tackle cybersecurity challenges Executive notes that GCC countries have been among the world’s first wave of 5G deployments, becoming a reference point for global commercial use Company also says it seeks to help reshape FIFA World Cup […]

HUNDRED RHYTHMS DROP INTO VERSION 1.3 UPDATE FOR PUBG MOBILE 3RD ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Music themed gameplay, new firearm, vehicle, Metro Royale update, and more arrive in the world’s most popular mobile game Riyadh – March 14, 2021 –To celebrate the upcoming PUBG MOBILE 3rd Anniversary on March 21, a fresh wave of updates arrives in the game, including music-themed gameplay, new firearm, vehicle, Metro Royale new chapter, and more festive […]

HUAWEI Video marks International Women’s Day with fabulous female-led series
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 March 2021: Monday, 8th March is International Women’s day – a day to commemorate the women’s rights movement and to honor the impactful contributions that women throughout history have made – and continue to make. Ways to mark this annual celebration may be limited given the current situation and restrictions, and recognizing […]

Zain KSA Launches GeForce NOW Beta in Saudi
In partnership with NVIDIA to redefine gaming experience in the Kingdom Zain KSA is partnering with NVIDIA, the leader in accelerated computing, to launch the first 5G cloud gaming platform GeForce NOW in Saudi Arabia. GeForce NOW is a cloud gaming service that streams PC games from popular digital game stores — including Steam, Epic […]

Playrix Launches Heartwarming Puzzle Game Homescapes on AppGallery
The hugely popular Homescapes game is available from 10th March to all AppGallery gamers across the globe who can expect to receive exclusive discounts and offer worth up to $10 for a limited time Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 March 2021: Described as the most heart-warming game from the Playrix series, Homescapes will be available to Huawei AppGallery users […]

Zain KSA becomes Scientific Partner of ‘National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity’
In support of national talents and seeking a more innovative society Zain KSA announced it will be sponsoring the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity “Ibda’a”, organized by the King Abdulaziz & his Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity “Mawhiba” in partnership with the Ministry of Education. The competition consists of a scientific contest of eight […]

Zain KSA’s internet is the Fastest in FIFA21, League of Legends, and DOTA 2
According to the Game Mode Report Issued by CITC Zain KSA takes the lead in the Game Mode report issued by the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) for the fourth quarter of 2020 as the best video game provider in three video games: FIFA21, League of Legends, and DOTA 2. Zain KSA’s subscribers benefitted […]

Saudi Sports for All Federation calls on people to Start Now as it launches nationwide campaign to boost physical activity across the Kingdom
Start Now campaign urges all members of society to increase their physical activity and contribute to a fitter and healthier Saudi Arabia The SFA App makes it easier for people to be active, allowing users to create and join groups, attend events, participate in challenges and activities across the Kingdom More than 350,000 people took […]

Openness and opportunities: SHAREit showcases diversity and equality as the combination key to sustained growth and success
Backed by a multicultural team with a clear vision for the future, SHAREit’s story is an inspiration for every aspiring business Dubai, UAE, 8 March 2021: SHAREit, the global gaming, file sharing, and content streaming application, has become an inspirational role model as diversity and equality grow in importance throughout society. Recently recognized as the fastest […]

HYPERX SPONSORS FACEIT COLLEGIATE LEAGUES FOR VALORANT, LEAGUE OF LEGENDS & CS:GO
HyperX is revealed as the first official sponsor of FACEIT Collegiate Leagues across CS:GO, League of Legends and VALORANT, and will launch an exciting HyperX Collegiate All Stars event after the season ends Dubai (UAE) – 4th March 2021– FACEIT, the world’s leading platform for competitive online gaming is pleased to reveal HyperX, the division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., as […]

Samsung Unboxes its 2021 Lineup, Letting You Discover More of What You’re Passionate About
From MICRO LED and Samsung Neo QLED to monitors and lifestyle screens, Samsung redefines the role of the TV in the home with capabilities relevant to consumers’ new needs and personal interests Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 4, 2021 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. showcased its 2021 lineup of MICRO LED, Samsung Neo QLED, lifestyle TVs, monitors, […]

Access Exceptional STARZPLAY Bundles on HUAWEI Video
Two leading content platforms combine to introduce a range of deals for consumers in KSA, UAE, Kuwait, and Oman Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 04 March 2021: HUAWEI Video, the region’s rapidly growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, has extended its partnership with STARZPLAY, a leading regional SVOD provider, to offer up to 63 percent discount on […]

B.DUCK WADDLES INTO PUBG MOBILE FOR UNPRECEDENTED COLLABORATION
Beloved IP Character teams with the world’s most popular mobile game for exclusive event and adorable outfits Riyadh – Mar. 3, 2021 – Little flippers make a big splash as PUBG MOBILE reveals a new partnership crossover with hit IP Character B.Duck. Beginning from Feb 24, PUBG MOBILE fans and B.Duck enthusiasts alike can drop into classic maps for specially-themed […]

Gaming is a long-term winning industry
By Peter Garnry, Head of Equity Strategy at Saxo Bank The gaming industry is a high growth industry growing revenue by 37% in 2020 as the pandemic lifted demand for gaming as way to socialize and be entertained with many traditional leisure activities closed due to Covid-19 restrictions. The gaming industry is not only a […]

Bentley Saudi Arabia is an official sponsor of the Saudi Cup
Saudi Arabia – 2 March 2021: Under the slogan “With the heritage of the past, we race the future”, Bentley Saudi Arabia sponsored the largest and most expensive horse race in the world, hosted in Riyadh over the course of two days, the “Saudi Cup” in its second edition, as part of a series of […]

Samsung Named No.1 Global TV Manufacturer for 15 Consecutive Years
New industry report affirms 15 years of industry-leading innovation, positioning Samsung at forefront of TV industry Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 2, 2021 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. topped the global TV market for the 15th consecutive year, according to market research firm, Omdia. Newly released data published on February 23 notes that Samsung Electronics recorded 31.8% in global TV market […]

OSN PARTNERS WITH TVBEAT TO BRING MORE INSIGHTS INTO DAY-TO-DAY OPERATIONS
Partnership Will Enable OSN to Better Cater to Audience Needs and Market Demands Middle East – 02 March 2021: OSN, the leading entertainment network, has announced a strategic partnership with TVbeat Inc, to utilize its TV SaaS Framework services, in a step that will strengthen OSN’s position as a data-driven network and enable it to better address […]

Saudi Japanese anime “The Journey” Trailer released Concurrently with Berlinale
The highly anticipated feature film from Manga Productions will be distributed by VOX Cinemas across the MENA region and by T-Joy across Japan later this year. Riyadh, KSA, 1 March 2021: Manga Productions a subsidiary under MiSK foundation released the movie trailer for the first ever Saudi Japanese anime in 4DX technology “The Journey”, which will entice the audience through […]

OSN CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY WITH CONTENT LINE-UP CREATED BY WOMEN OF THE REGION FOR THE WOMEN OF THE REGION
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 1st March 2021: In celebration of International Women’s Day, OSN has announced that it will be launching its first-ever content line up dedicated to women in the region. Launching on Monday 8th March to mark the occasion, the ‘OSN Woman’ content offering will be available as a standalone channel through any OSN box as we well […]
