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Moscow International Game Week Concludes with Counter-Strike 2 Finals
Four esports rosters reached the Counter-Strike 2 Finals in Moscow, competing for ranking points alongside global industry delegates from Qatar and Türkiye.
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Visa and MOONTON Games Sign Three-Year Esports Partnership for MLBB M Series
Visa and MOONTON Games have signed a three-year global partnership designating Visa as the official payment partner for the MLBB M8 to M10 World Championships.

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.

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.

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.

Saudi Arabia Approves $112 Million for Gaming and Esports Development
Saudi Arabia approved $112 million in financing for the gaming sector, supporting 82 entities and 127 games under Vision 2030 diversification goals.

LEAP26 to Host Esports 2.0 Panel on Industry Growth and Operations
ESL FACEIT Group CEO Niccolo Maisto will lead the Esports 2.0 panel at LEAP26 on August 31, discussing the operational evolution of competitive gaming.

Saudi Communications Minister Meets Riot Games CEO in Paris to Discuss Gaming Sector Growth
Saudi Minister Eng. Abdullah Alswaha met with Riot Games CEO Dylan Jadeja in Paris to discuss game development and expanding player experiences.

stc Group Concludes Esports World Cup 2026 Partnership as Paris Hosts Grand Final
stc group concludes its third year as Founding Partner of the Esports World Cup 2026 as the Paris grand final draws over 2,000 players and 200 clubs.

HUAWEI AppGallery and Hamat Conclude AGC Esports Carnival Season 2 in Riyadh
HUAWEI AppGallery and Hamat welcomed 8,000 visitors to Riyadh Park Mall for Season 2 of the esports carnival, featuring SAR 200,000 in prizes.

Acer Launches Five New Predator and Nitro Gaming Monitors
Acer has launched five new gaming monitors in its Predator and Nitro series, featuring glasses-free 3D, 5K resolution, and refresh rates up to 1000Hz.

Saudi Arabia Integrates AI and Esports into School Student Activities
Saudi Arabia has officially integrated AI, cybersecurity, and esports into school student activities for the academic year 1448 AH to develop digital skills.

Red Bull MEO Champion Crowned in Riyadh Grand Final
Meshal Adi Ibrahim Aldawsari claimed the Red Bull MEO title in Riyadh, winning a VIP football trip to Germany after defeating the Kingdom’s top mobile players.

Team Falcons MENA Secures Final Main Stage Spot at Esports World Cup
Team Falcons MENA has qualified for the Main Stage of the Mobile Legends Mid Season Cup at the 2026 Esports World Cup after a 2-1 victory in Paris.

Red Bull MEO Grand Finals Head to Riyadh This June
The Red Bull MEO grand finals are coming to Riyadh on June 26, featuring the top eight mobile football players competing for a VIP trip to Germany.

First Esports Carnival KSA Riyadh Edition Concludes at View Mall
The first Riyadh edition of the Esports Carnival KSA concluded at View Mall, featuring a SAR 100,000 prize pool and interactive gaming zones.

Yalla Group Concludes Participation in Saudi eLeague 2026
Yalla Group has concluded its active participation in the Saudi eLeague 2026 in Riyadh, showcasing its flagship apps and supporting the women’s tournament.

LG Electronics Introduces World’s First Native 1000Hz Full HD Gaming Monitor
LG Electronics has unveiled the LG UltraGear 25G590B, the first gaming monitor with a native 1000Hz refresh rate and Full HD resolution.

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 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.


