Following a controversial entry into Saudi Arabia’s Esports World Cup, the Esports Awards have announced its nominations for more than ten categories for the Year 2024, including the coveted Streamer of the Year award. The ceremony is scheduled for July 24, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, just two days before the conclusion of the Esports World Cup. As you…
The recent announcement of the Esports Awards’ partnership with the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has sparked a wave of controversy within the esports community. This three-year deal, which will see the awards ceremony held at the Esports World Cup event, has drawn criticism from various prominent figures and raised concerns about ethical…
Esports Awards Heads to Riyadh In a significant move, the Esports Awards has announced a three-year partnership with the Saudi Arabia-backed Esports World Cup (EWC). This collaboration means that Riyadh will host the 2024, 2025, and 2026 editions of the Esports Awards alongside the Esports World Cup, with the intent to explore even longer-term collaborations. What is the Esports…
In a bold move, Saudi Arabia’s Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has unveiled a game-changing initiative for esports teams: the EWCF Club Support Program. This program aims to provide substantial financial backing to 30 esports organizations from around the world, enabling them to diversify their operations and create more opportunities for professional players. Which Teams…
SNK, the legendary Japanese video game company behind iconic fighting game franchises like The King of Fighters, Fatal Fury, and Samurai Shodown, has been making headlines lately. In the recently concluded Game Creators Conference ‘24, SNK CEO Kenji Matsubara delivered a captivating presentation titled “What do game company presidents think?” In this lecture (reported by…
What is Savvy Games Group’s Strategy for Mobile Game Development? The mobile game Monopoly Go has been a major hit for Saudi Arabia’s Savvy Games Group, grossing $2 billion in revenue since its release in April 2023. With this runaway success, the company decided to invest more in mobile game development and acquisitions, with its…
The highly anticipated Esports World Cup in Riyadh just got even bigger with the addition of EA Sports FC 24 (EA FC 24). Currently, it joins the long list of esports including: StarCraft 2 Dota 2 CS2 Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Free Fire PUBG Mobile Honor of Kings Overwatch 2 Street Fighter 6 With EA…
Sony Group Corporation has signed a multi-year partnership agreement with the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF), becoming the first partner of the Esports World Cup. This collaboration brings Sony’s expertise in creating stunning visuals, engaging music, compelling storytelling, and state-of-the-art technology to the event, promising to take esports to the next level. What Does This…
The International Esports Federation (IESF) is gearing up for the 16th edition of its prestigious World Esports Championship, with a rise in the prize pool and countries’ representations. This time, the action is heading to the heart of the Middle East as Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, gets ready to host the grandest esports event from November…
In a bold move, Saudi Arabia has announced the establishment of two venture funds worth a staggering $120 million in collaboration with the Social Development Bank (SDB) at the LEAP tech conference in Riyadh. This initiative is part of the country’s Gaming and Esports Financing Programme, aimed at accelerating growth and amplifying the industry’s economic…
