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Analysis • Saudi Arabia spends big on gaming with acquisition of Scopely

PreMortem.Games

Savvy Gaming previously acquired all of the non-publisher-owned esports tournament organizers ESL, FaceIt, and Vindex. billion by 2030. PIF is funding the construction of Neom, a futuristic city, which it has earmarked as the region’s first gaming hub, according to Bloomberg. billion in video gaming assets globally.

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Savvy Moves: Saudi Arabias Gaming Vision

Deconstructor of Fun

While the Kingdom may not be the first name that comes to mind when you think of gaming, it’s positioning itself at the forefront of a rapidly booming market, fueled by the Vision 2030 government program and an ambitious youth eager for opportunities. Globally, the percentage of professional female esports players hovers around 5%.

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