Riyadh, Saudi Arabia- The Global Games Show Riyadh is featuring an exciting lineup of esports personalities, gaming innovators, and expert shakers from the industry at the upcoming event, solidifying the city’s place on the international stage as a gaming, esports, and interactive entertainment destination.
These industry leaders will discuss the future of esports, providing insight into game development, content creation, and digital entertainment through keynote addresses, fireside chats, and panel discussions, all while showcasing Saudi Arabia’s rapidly developing gaming ecosystem in alignment with Vision 2030.
This event, organized by VAP Group and powered by Times of Games, is the largest international platform for the gaming industry, esports, and interactive entertainment. It brings together the entire value chain of gaming, from the development stage through the publishing stage, professional esports, game creators, investors, and policy makers.
It is expected that over 10,000 attendees, as well as over 100 exhibitors and sponsors demonstrating new gaming technologies and experiences and more than 200 global and regional media representatives, will attend; therefore, this event is one of the most significant gaming events in the world, demonstrating the future of this industry within the region.
The impressive speaker lineup includes key representatives from several sectors: government, game development, esports, and creator economies, providing attendees with new and exclusive views of what’s next for innovation in gaming, engagement with audiences, and industry development in all areas of the Middle East and beyond.
Featured speakers include:
- Elie Honain, Chief Executive Officer, NES, addressing the evolution of esports infrastructure and competitive gaming ecosystems.
- Majed Aleid, CIRO & Director, Ministry of Investment (MISA), offering perspectives on national gaming investment strategies and ecosystem development.
- Johnson Yeh, founder and CEO of Ambrus Studio, discussing the future of global tournaments: from grassroots to international leagues.
- Malak AlQhtani, CEO & Founder, Valar Club, highlighting innovation in gaming communities, entrepreneurship, and next-generation player experiences.
- Xzit Thamer, Gaming Content Creator & PlayStation Playmaker, TikTok | Sony Interactive Entertainment, sharing insights on creator-led gaming communities and platform-driven engagement.
These industry trailblazers will explore many facets of esports, gaming, content creation, and immersive gaming technologies during keynote speeches, fireside chats, and panels. They will also highlight Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning gaming industry that is evolving in conjunction with its Vision 2030 Initiative. The event will serve as a pivotal opportunity for the gaming industry’s future in the region through its star-studded collection of speakers and forward-focused agenda.
Event Details:
📅 Date: 29-30 June
📍 Venue: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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About VAP Group:
VAP Group is a global consulting and media group focused on AI, blockchain, and gaming, with over 13 years of experience driving technology-led growth through strategic PR, marketing, and content platforms.
Through its media ecosystem and flagship events, including the Global AI Show, Global Games Show, and Global Blockchain Show, VAP Group connects policymakers, enterprises, and innovators worldwide, enabling strategic communications, ecosystem-building, and talent solutions.
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