Global Games Show is a leading gaming industry event that connects developers, publishers, investors, studios, and esports organisations under one roof. As a high-impact gaming summit, it combines expert-led conference sessions, a global gaming expo, and powerful networking opportunities to help businesses grow in the gaming ecosystem. With a successful debut in Dubai in December 2024 and a landmark edition in Abu Dhabi in December 2025, it has become a key platform to showcase games, meet investors, and expand into new markets.
Why Global Games Show Riyadh, KSA 2026
Network with Global Decision Makers
Meet founders, CXOs, investors, policymakers and innovators from across the world under one roof.
Stay Ahead of the Market
Discover technologies, trends, and strategies before they become mainstream news.
Learn from the Best Minds
Get real insights, frameworks, and case studies directly from industry leaders and pioneers.
Build High-Quality Gaming Partnerships Pipeline
Generate high-value collaborations, sponsorships, and business opportunities in just 2 days.
Access to Top Gaming Investors & Publishers
Direct access to VCs, PE firms, government bodies, and enterprise decision-makers.
Showcase & Pitch Your Game / Gaming Solution
Present your game, platform, or tech to a highly targeted audience of buyers, partners, and investors.
Speakers 2026
Charity Joy
CEO, MMirai
Nezar Al Turki
Chief Information Officer, Ministry of National Guard
Steven Lidbury
Creative Executive Director, Qsas- A PIF Company
Johnson Yeh
Founder & CEO, Ambrus Studio
Xzit Thamer
Gaming Content Creator, PlayStation Playmaker, TikTok, Sony Interactive Entertainment
Malak AlQhtani
CEO & Founder, Valar Club
Stefan Mitrov
Founder and CEO, M3DS Academy
Dr. Faisal Khan
Director of IT, AlNassr Club Company
Rema Alyahya
Vice President, Merak Capital
Dr. Ahad
CCO, Al Othaim Entertainment
Eng. Abdulaziz Alnaghmoosh
Director - Content Licensing & Business Development, Manga Productions
Hassan Yusuf
Director, Real Madrid Foundation
Rasha Alkhamis
Chairwoman, Saudi MMA Federation
Nayef Bin Mohammed Bin Humaid
Chairman of the Board, Saudi Baseball and Softball Federation
Nadeem Bakhsh
Chief Executive Officer, webook.com
Abeer Abdalla
Managing Editor, The Saudi Times
Abdulghafoor Abdulhaleem
CSO, Riyadh Schools Group, Director General, Misk Foundation
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,KSA
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.