Powering the Future of Play: Riyadh Welcomes the Global Games Show 2026
Riyadh is set to welcome gamers and developers from around the world as the Global Games Show 2026 makes its mark in the Middle East. Scheduled for 09–10 February 2026, the event offers an engaging platform dedicated to gaming technology, interactive experiences, and high-value networking opportunities for gaming professionals.
Organized by VAP Group and powered by Times of Games, the show will feature live demonstrations of the latest games, immersive AR and VR experiences, and expert-led panels discussing trends in game development, publishing, and esports. Participants will gain early insights into upcoming technologies, innovative monetization strategies, and evolving player engagement models.
Collaboration, Industry Leaders, and Gaming Innovation
The Global Games Show (GGS) places strong emphasis on collaboration, providing dedicated networking zones and matchmaking sessions that connect developers, investors, and publishers. Startups will have the opportunity to present innovative gaming solutions, while established companies will showcase how technology continues to elevate storytelling, graphics, and gameplay.
GGS has previously hosted some of the most influential figures shaping the future of gaming, esports, and Web3. Esteemed speakers have included Johnson Yeh, Founder and CEO of ROEHL/Ambrus Studio; Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman of Animoca Brands; Dirk Lueth, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Uplandme, Inc.; and Paul Dawalibi, CEO of Holodeck Ventures. Industry innovators such as Ilman Shazhaev, Founder of Farcana; Klaus Kajetski, Founder and CEO of YaLLa Esports; Jonathan Bouzanquet, Chief Strategy Officer and Founder of PLAYA3ULL Games; and Assad Dar, Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Medieval Empires, have also shared their insights. Together, these leaders have brought forward compelling perspectives on the convergence of gaming, blockchain, esports, and immersive digital economies.
Two Days of Gaming Tech, Gameconomics, and Global Connections
The Global Games Show 2026 unfolds over two dynamic days filled with innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Day One, themed The Next Frontier of Gaming Tech, highlights Saudi Arabia’s emergence as an esports powerhouse, advances in gaming engines, and futuristic concepts such as brain–computer interfaces and AI-driven game design.
Day Two, titled Gameconomics, focuses on the evolving business of gaming—exploring crowdfunding models, mobile gaming opportunities, community-driven ecosystems, and investor–developer partnerships. Across both days, attendees can expect visionary talks, interactive discussions, and energetic networking experiences that unite global creators, developers, and gaming enthusiasts shaping the future of interactive entertainment.
The GGS 2026 Riyadh edition represents a significant step toward establishing the city as a hub for digital entertainment and interactive technology. One of the standout benefits is that a single ticket also grants access to the Global AI Show and the Global Blockchain Show, offering a comprehensive tech experience. This is a unique opportunity to explore, learn, and connect across the global tech ecosystem.
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