News
Jordan Youth App Challenge winners to be announced at Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan
The App Challenge enables young Jordanians to learn about development and create their own game.
Schedule Reveal
Get expert insights on the growing MENA games market at Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan
The jam-packed conference schedule has been revealed… get an exclusive peek at the powerhouse speakers and forward-thinking sessions we have lined up for you next month
Opportunities For Indies
Seven reasons indie developers need to be at Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan this November!
Get an exclusive look at the abundance of unmissable opportunities for indie talent at PG Connects Jordan!
Road To Riyadh
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Riyadh ahead of the inaugural PGC Leaders Summit Riyadh
Learn a little more about Saudi Arabia’s glorious capital ahead of the PGC Leaders Summit this November 30 - December 1
Rebranding
Edge Gaming rebrands to Ludeo
The company creates user-generated content allowing gamers to share their best moments
Unmissable Insights
Learn all about esports, the metaverse, the MENA market and more at Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan!
Get an exclusive look at the full track list for Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan ahead of the conference this November!
Uae Tech
UAE innovates in the world of tech
The UAE finds itself in a prime position when it comes to leading technological advancements
Jobs In Mena
Savvy Appoints Peeyush Gulati as vice president of production
The Ubisoft veteran will join the team in Riyadh
Protests In Iran
Iran blocks Clash of Clans amid ongoing protests
The government fears users are using the game’s chat feature to coordinate protests
Massive Savings
Five reasons you need to book your ticket to Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan before midnight tonight!
Grab your ticket to PG Connects Jordan today and save hundreds with our limited time Early Bird discount. It ends tonight!
Video Interview
“We wanted to change the world with educational games.” Sham and Jana AlBdour on Arabic games and education
The sisters behind Sakura Games reveal what it’s like to start as young app creators in the Arabic-language games industry
Guest Post
Mobile lessons from Africa
Mobile Ecosystem Forum's Waheed Adam on the African mobile landscape
Thank You For Your Support
Introducing Babil Games and Jawaker, our Diamond Sponsors for Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan
Get to know our incredible Diamond Sponsors, Babil Games and Jawaker, ahead of our Connects conference in Jordan this November 12-13
New Studio
Sandsoft opens flagship studio in Riyadh
The new studio will also be launching an internship program to shape future industry figures
Mobile Esports
Snapdragon Pro Series is launching a second season
The mobile esports platform will be hosting an even bigger competition for its players
Women In Games
Toya and Dove partner to educate young girls on body image, self-esteem and social media literacy
Launching a Roblox experience designed for girls aged 9-16
Journey To Jordan
Celebrating the MENA region in 2022
Learn more about the MENA region ahead of our upcoming events in the area this Q4!
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia eyes up acquisition of major publisher
The acquisition is part of a $38.7 billion games strategy
Mena Spotlight
"There is enormous room for the industry to grow in a less saturated market": Joseph Azzam on the Middle East market
The Arabic Games co-founder and Unreal expert talks educational resources and publishing opportunities
The Growth Of Mena Gaming
Saudi Arabia launches gaming and esports strategy
The scheme is expected to create 39,000 jobs by 2030
Splendid Sights
Enjoy the beautiful sights of Jordan at Pocket Gamer Connects, Nov 12-13
Get to know a little more about the incredible location for our November conference and what Jordan has to offer!
Israeli Gaming Market
Israeli gaming market worth $9 billion
74 percent of the country’s mobile gaming workers specialise in social and casual games
Leaders Unite
Introducing the PGC Leaders Summit Riyadh
Something new is starting! Join us to shape the future of the MENA games market
Mena Spotlight
“Jordan is the access point to 65 million Arabic gamers”: Nour Khrais on the Middle East market
The CEO of Maysalward talks Middle East innovation, technological opportunities, and political stability
Blockchain Is Booming
Blockchain market is expected to reach $3.2 billion in the MENA region by 2024
Join us for Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan this November in the rising capital of crypto! You don’t want to miss the endless opportunities in this booming industry.
Guest Post
Cruise to the East: How to successfully localize a game into Arabic
Inlingo and Belka Games discuss the unique struggles that come with adapting games for the MENA region
New Partnership
Adverty and Yazle announce in-game ad partnership
The partnership will make Yazle the exclusive vendor of Adverty products in the MENA region
Mobile In Menat
WePlay Ventures invested in more mobile companies in 2021 than console or PC
60% of portfolio is mobile games studios
Strengthening Studios
Tiplay Studio raises $500,000 at $25 million valuation
Funding to scale team and advance development
Mena Expansion
Waysun acquires majority share of Boss Bunny Games to lead MENAT publishing operations
First expansion into MENAT region
Event
Arabic Games Conference returns with online 2021 edition
The conference provides game developers a hub to discuss and tackle industry challenges in MENA
Mena Expansion
Stillfront Group acquires Jordan-based gaming startup Jawaker for $205 million
Strengthens pre-established presence in MENA region
Rising Stars
Sakura Games reveals its Rising Star philosophy and how it hopes to work with Disney, EA and Epic
Jordanian educational game makers Sham and Jana Al Bdour scoop Rising Star trophy at PG Mobile Games Awards
Esports In Mena
Estaz launches esports tournament platform in MENA
"Gen Z is the first generation to make gaming an integral part of their lives..."
Expansion
Nazara buys a majority stake in MENA publisher Publishme
Spends $3 million for a 70% stake
To The Max
Garena opens pre-registrations for Free Fire Max for MENA users
An update version of the battle royale game
Pgc Digital #6
PGC Digital: MENA games market to hit $6 billion in 2021
So saysArslan Kiran, Yoozoo Games' CEO of YooZoo and MENA
Pgc Digital
PGC Digital: Just how big can the MENA market get?
"[MENA] is far away from being mature. We still have not scraped the surface on how much money this market can make"
Pgc Digital
PGC Digital: How to get your game ready for the MENA region
"The better you adapt to different cultures, the better chance you have of attracting more users"
Pgc Digital
PGC Digital: The state of play in the MENA market
"The market is going to grow more. Because people here like to play games"
Mena Market
Celebrate the fast-growing Middle East and North African games industry at Pocket Gamer Connects Digital #4
Explore the fastest growing domestic market in the games industry with the Jordan Gaming Lab and the King Abdullah II Fund for Development
Tamatem Partnership
Tamatem and Tamalaki partner to release Home Designer Blast Makeover in the MENA region
Renamed خبير تصميم المنزل Home Design Expert
Welcome To Mena
Tamatem forms strategic partnership with Tilting Point to bring its games to the MENA region
Languinis and Food Truck Chef to be localised
Sandsoft Launch
New MENA game publisher Sandsoft Games opens its doors
Former Wargaming head of global esports Mo Fadl leading the company
Global Expansion
Tencent launches hugely popular MOBA Arena of Valor in Russia and MENA
200 million players worldwide to date
Interview
Why Tencent thinks now is the right time to launch Arena of Valor in Russia and MENA
Arena of Valor executive producer Ray Ning and TiMi Studios director Vincent Gao discuss the move
Here's A Story
Tamatem secures strategic partnership with Nanobit for launch of Hollywood Story in the MENA region
Now know as Fashion Queen
Huawei Appgallery
How Huawei's AppGallery can rapidly grow your app in the Middle East and beyond
Huawei head of AppGallery MENA mobile services Naji Robehmed tells all from Pocket Gamer Connects Jordan 2019
Indie Winners
Mulled 2 takes the Very Big Indie Pitch crown in Jordan
Ball puzzle sequel from Hako Games headlines three great indie games from the heart of the Middle East
Magical Mena
Pocket Gamer Connects launches into MENA with 700+ delegates at PGC Jordan in association with the King Abdullah II Fund for Development
First event in the Middle East and North Africa region