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100
Exhibitors
10,000
Attendees
A B2B gaming festival and exhibition in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, connecting game developers, publishers, investors, and esports organizations to foster growth in the Middle East gaming market.
Exhibitor mix: Themed zones including Game Development Studios, Start-ups & Indie Developers, Esports Teams, Metaverse/Web3, and Tech/Hardware Innovators.
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Venue
Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & ConventionHotel venue · 12,000 m² · 1 halls · ~2,500 people
A luxury hotel and convention center located in the Riyadh Digital City (RDC), featuring 326 rooms and over 12,000 sqm of event space, including a large ballroom and 12 meeting rooms, serving as a major venue for corporate events, conferences, and conventions.
📍 Riyadh Digital City, Building 18, 12382 Riyadh, SA
Operated by IHG Hotels & Resorts
Organizer
VAP GroupPrivate · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Founded 2013
An international consulting and media company specializing in marketing, PR, recruitment, and production of major technology events.
Why people attend
To discover new games, explore investment opportunities, establish publishing deals, and engage with the fast-growing Middle Eastern gaming market.
Exhibitor categories
Sample matches
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Speakers
86 speakers at Global Games Show Riyadh
CEO · Mirai
Charity Joy is the CEO of Mirai, a subsidiary of Scopely and part of the Savvy Games Group. She has led video game development teams since 2006, holding titles at The Walt Disney Company and Electronic Arts (EA).
Also speaking at Develop:Brighton
Chief Information Officer · Ministry of National Guard
Distinguished technology executive and former Brigadier General with over three decades of experience leading information systems, digital transformation, and mission-critical technology initiatives.
Also speaking at Global AI Show Riyadh
Chief Executive Officer · NES
A key figure in building world-class esports infrastructure, instrumental in expanding competitive gaming ecosystems and elevating the standards of esports operations.
Chief Creative Officer · Qsas- A PIF Company
Responsible for driving creative ideation, design and innovation at the intersection of storytelling, holistic experiences and cutting-edge technology.
Founder & CEO · Ambrus Studio
Leads Ambrus Studio, a Web3 game production company, and ROEHL, a Lifestyle as a Service brand focused on sustainability.
Co-Founder · VIZTA Digital
Seasoned entrepreneur and game industry executive with 20+ years of leadership experience at the intersection of gaming, technology, and media.
Gaming Content Creator, PlayStation Playmaker · TikTok, Sony Interactive Entertainment
Gaming content creator and influencer with over 15 million followers, known for his unique 'silent acting' approach.
CEO & Founder · Valar Club
CEO & Founder of Valar Club, a platform focused on building community, leadership, and innovation within emerging industries.
Founder and CEO · M3DS Academy
Founder and CEO of M3DS Academy, the world’s #1 portfolio-first institution for game art and 3D creative education.
Director of IT · AlNassr Club Company
Harvard-certified leader with extensive experience driving digital transformation in sports organizations.
Vice President · Merak Capital
Venture capital professional with experience across portfolio management, investment strategy, and ecosystem development.
Chairman · Animoca Brands
Also speaking at LEAP East 2027
CCO · Al Othaim Entertainment
Seasoned commercial executive managing the largest entertainment and gaming portfolio at Al Othaim Entertainment.
Ph.D, Co-Founder & Co-CEO · Uplandme, Inc
Dirk Lueth is a serial entrepreneur and an early adopter of blockchain and related technologies based in Silicon Valley.
Director - Content Licensing & Business Development · Manga Productions
Business Development and Distribution Director at Manga Productions, leading partnerships, publishing, and international distribution.
Head of Partnerships · Real Madrid Foundation Education Football Program powered by Riyadh Schools
Project Manager of the Real Madrid Foundation Football Program under the umbrella of Riyadh Schools, specializing in cross-cultural education and sports.
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