Connecting the Business of Gaming

The Kingdom’s Premier B2B Gaming Event

29 - 30 June, 2026

Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Riyadh, KSA

Co-located With

3 world-class events, 1 powerful destination

10,000+ ATTENDEES

100+ SPEAKERS

100+ EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS

200+ MEDIA

10,000+ ATTENDEES

100+ SPEAKERS

100+ EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS

200+ MEDIA

10000 +

Attendees

100 +

Speakers

100 +

Exhibitors & Sponsors

200 +

media

Welcome to Riyadh, Global Games Show 2026

Global Games Show is a leading gaming event connecting developers, publishers, investors, and industry leaders worldwide. It combines expert sessions, a global gaming expo, and high-value networking to help businesses grow and expand in the global gaming market

Why Global Games Show

The Gallery

Innovation Powering Saudi’s Multi-Billion-Dollar Esports Economy

From game development and esports infrastructure to immersive tech and digital entertainment discover how gaming is being built as a national industry under Vision 2030.

Esports Industrialization

KSA as a Global Esports Host & Organizer

National Esports Strategy

Ecosystem Building

What This Enables

Ecosystem Players

Cybersecurity Vendors

Anti-Cheat Providers

Vision 2030 in Action

Gaming as a Strategic Economic

A Vision 2030 Growth Engine

Government-led gaming

Public–Private Partnerships

What This Enable

Ecosystem Players

Government Bodies

Investment Funds

Vision 2030 in Action

Mobile-First Gaming & Monetization

Where Scale Meets Transactions

LiveOps Strategies

Hybrid monetization

What This Enables

Ecosystem Players

Fintech & Payments

Vision 2030 in Action

Gaming as a Marketing Channel

Where Brand Budgets Are Moving

In-game Advertising

Esports Sponsorships

What This Enable

Ecosystem Players

AdTech Platforms

Vision 2030 in Action

Creator Economy & Streaming Power

Discovery, Community & Influence

Creator Ecosystems

Creator Networks

Creator analytics

What This Enable

Ecosystem Players

Talent Agencies

Vision 2030 in Action

Gaming + AI Convergence

Smarter Games. Scalable Studios.

AI-assisted Gaming

Dynamic storytelling

What This Enable

Ecosystem Players

AI Tool Vendors

Analytics Platforms

Vision 2030 in Action

Secure Gaming & Cybersecurity

Trust as a Core Feature

Fraud Prevention

Player Security

What This Enable

Ecosystem Players

Cybersecurity Vendors

Anti-Cheat Providers

Esports Operators

Vision 2030 in Action

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Event Essentials

Series Speakers

The Leading Voices. 
on Gaming Biggest Stage.

Shawn Layden

Managing Partner

The Odysseus Partnership,
Former chairman of PlayStation

Hicham Chahine

Co-Founder & Co-CEO

NIP Group

Johnson Yeh

Founder & CEO

ROEHL/Ambrus Studio

Dirk Lueth

Ph.D, Co-Founder & Co-CEO

Uplandme, Inc

Xzit Thamer

Gaming Content Creator,
PlayStation Playmaker

TikTok,
Sony Interactive Entertainment

Cathy Hackl

Tech & Gaming Executive and CEO

Future Dynamics

Games Conference Riyadh: Expert Lineup

Majed Aleid

CIRO, Director
Ministry of Investment (MISA)

Elie Honain

Chief Executive Officer,
NES

Paul Pacifico

CEO,
Saudi Music Commission - Ministry of Culture

Charity Joy

CEO,
MMirai

Faisal Al Bitar

Managing Director,
Tamatem Plus

Johnson Yeh

Founder & CEO,
Ambrus Studio

Tung Nguyen-Khac

Co-Founder,
VIZTA Digital

Xzit Thamer

Gaming Content Creator, PlayStation Playmaker,
TikTok, Sony Interactive Entertainment

Saad Hameed

CEO & Co-Founder,
Game District

Malak AlQhtani

CEO & Founder,
Valar Club

Fahad Mohammed Al-Obailan

Group CEO,
BAAN Holding

Stefan Mitrov

Founder and CEO,
M3DS Academy

Dr. Faisal Khan

Director of IT,
AlNassr Club Company

Dr. Ahad

CCO,
Al Othaim Entertainment

Rema Alyahya

Vice President,
Merak Capital

Eng. Abdulaziz Alnaghmoosh

Director - Content Licensing & Business Development,
Manga Productions

Hassan Yusuf

Director,
Real Madrid Foundation

Rasha Alkhamis

Chairwoman,
International Mixed Martial Arts Federation

Passes to suit every level of participation

⚡ FLASH SALE

Valid till 31st May

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DELEGATE PASS

Accelerate business. Expand networks.

~~$599~~

$259

2 Days Exhibition & Conference Access
Access to Official Event App
Complimentary Lunch & Refreshments
Business Networking Zone
Access to Global AI Show
Access To Global Blockchain Show

VIP PASS

Lead the future with exclusive access.

~~$1,999~~

$1,459

Everything in Delegate Pass Plus
VIP Lunch & Refreshments
VIP / Speaker Lounge Access
VIP Registration Desk
VIP Seats in Conference
VIP Valet Parking
Access to Global AI Show
Access To Global Blockchain Show

VISITOR PASS

Be inspired

~~$199~~

Free

Super Early Bird

Early Bird

Full Price

15 Jan – 15 Mar 2026

16 Mar – 30 Apr 2026

1 May – 30 Jun 2026

Networking

Attended by
Industry Leaders

By Geography

By Company Size

53%

1,000 - 10,000

34%

Upto 1000

13%

10,000 & over

By Sector

Game Development Studios

22%

Start-ups & Indie Developers

18%

Esports Teams/Organizations

15%

Metaverse & Web3 Gaming Companies

12%

Game Publishers/Distributors

10%

Tech & Hardware Innovators

8%

AI & Data Science in Gaming

6%

Other (Regulators, Influencers & Media)

9%

By Job Level

40%

C-Level / Founders

35%

Heads / Directors / VP’s

15%

Developers

10%

Managers

Trusted by Gaming Finest

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Get Involved

Hear from the Attendees

Truly reflects the future being built in UAE and what I really enjoyed about this event is the positive energy in the room. In regions where interactive entertainment is still growing, there’s excitement, optimism, and so much heart and that’s incredibly refreshing.

Shawn Layden,
Former Chairman of PlayStation, The Odysseus Partnership

Global Games Show was a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with industry peers and have meaningful discussions about how gaming, marketing, and AI are evolving. The quality of conversations and people here has been excellent.

Phil Mor,
CEO & Founder, Metica

Events like this are important because they bring together creators, marketers, and game builders to discuss where the industry is heading, especially around influencer-led and creator-driven marketing.

Georg Broxterman,
Founder & CEO, Game Influencer

As someone who recently launched a game, this event has been incredibly valuable. I met other starters, learned through meaningful conversations, and gained insights that will help shape my journey moving forward.

Kanessah Muluneh,
CEO, Rise of Fearless

What to Expect at Riyadh

KEYNOTE

Power talks from global gaming leaders
Visionary keynotes from game studios, publishers, platforms, and tech innovators shaping the future of gaming, esports, immersive tech, and interactive entertainment.

PANEL Discussion

Real-world gaming insights that matter
High-impact panels on game development, monetization, publishing, Web3 gaming, AI in games, esports growth, and regulation — led by industry experts and decision-makers.

Investor Lounge

Where gaming deals happen
A private networking zone connecting game founders, studios, publishers, VCs, investors, and strategic partners for funding, partnerships, and expansion talks.

Exhibition

Showcase. Connect. Scale.
Exhibit your games, platforms, engines, hardware, esports solutions, AR/VR, and gaming technologies to a global audience of buyers, publishers, and partners.

Our Sponsors & Partners

Destination Partner

Co-Host