Saudi Arabia Gaming Market Booms: USD 2,387.7 Million in 2025 to USD 4,957.2 Million by 2034, CAGR is 8.46%

Saudi Arabia Gaming Market Overview
Market Size in 2025: USD 2,387.7 Million
Market Forecast in 2034: USD 4,957.2 Million
Market Growth Rate 2026-2034: 8.46%

According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, "Saudi Arabia Gaming Market Report by Device Type (Consoles, Mobiles and Tablets, Computers), Platform (Online, Offline), Revenue (In-Game Purchase, Game Purchase, Advertising), Type (Adventure/Role Playing Games, Puzzles, Social Games, Strategy, Simulation, and Others), Age Group (Adult, Children), and Region 2026-2034", the Saudi Arabia gaming market size reached USD 2,387.7 Million in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 4,957.2 Million by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.46% during ​2026-2034​.

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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Saudi Arabia Gaming Market

● AI is revolutionizing game creation, helping developers in the region accelerate production. Nearly all professional developers now use AI tools to handle tasks like creating game art and testing, freeing up teams for more creative work.

● Major events and investments are drawing global talent and technology to the region. Initiatives like the annual Esports World Cup in Riyadh, which featured a massive prize pool, position the country as a central hub for the global gaming community.

● The market is powered by a young, highly engaged, and free-spending player base. Saudi gamers spend about three times more per person than the regional average, with a core group of dedicated players under 35 driving significant revenue.

● Mobile gaming dominates, but new platforms are rising fast. While over half of all gaming revenue comes from mobile, cloud gaming is set for explosive growth as digital infrastructure expands to meet demand for play-anywhere experiences.

● A clear national strategy backed by unprecedented funding is building a complete local industry. A dedicated $38 billion investment aims not just to host events, but to create local game studios and generate tens of thousands of new jobs in the sector.
Saudi Arabia Gaming Market Trends & Drivers:

Saudi Arabia's gaming market is booming thanks to massive government backing through Vision 2030, which has turned gaming and esports into one of 13 priority sectors. The National Gaming and Esports Strategy, led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman via Savvy Games Group, aims to create 39,000 jobs and pump $13.3 billion into the GDP. Just last year, the Kingdom grabbed 20% of MENA's gaming revenues at $1.2 billion, fueled by investments in local studios, international acquisitions, and huge esports arenas. This isn't just talk-major events draw millions, while 5G rollouts ensure lag-free play, drawing in a young population where over 20 million gamers, mostly under 30, spend big on mobile and console titles. It's reshaping the economy, blending entertainment with real job growth.

Young demographics and skyrocketing internet access are supercharging the scene, with nearly 99% penetration and smartphone ownership letting everyone jump in. Saudi ranks as the 19th largest online gaming market globally, driven by a youth bulge-over 60% of the population under 30-who crave mobile games and live streaming. Women gamers are surging too, broadening the base as cultural shifts make gaming mainstream. Real-world wins include packed esports tournaments with hefty prize pools, like those hosted by the Saudi Esports Federation, pulling in pros from abroad. Add in rising disposable incomes, and you see why revenue hit $2.29 billion recently, with platforms like PUBG Mobile dominating daily playtime across urban hubs.

Tech leaps like 5G, VR, and AR are making games more immersive, pulling players deeper into worlds that feel real. Government pushes for 5G infrastructure align perfectly with Vision 2030's tech pillar, slashing lag for online battles and enabling cloud gaming trials. Local devs are innovating too, creating Arabic-localized titles and AR experiences tied to Saudi culture, while foreign cash flows into studios via Savvy's deals. Stats show mobile leading at over 70% of play, but consoles grow fast with premium hardware sales up amid urbanization. Esports investments, including new arenas, host global clashes that boost viewership to millions, turning casual fans into spenders on merch and tickets.

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Saudi Arabia Gaming Market Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Breakup by Device Type:

● Consoles
● Mobiles and Tablets
● Computers

Breakup by Platform:

● Online
● Offline

Breakup by Revenue:

● In-Game Purchase
● Game Purchase
● Advertising

Breakup by Type:

● Adventure/Role Playing Games
● Puzzles
● Social Games
● Strategy
● Simulation
● Others

Breakup by Age Group:

● Adult
● Children

Breakup by Region:

● Northern and Central Region
● Western Region
● Eastern Region
● Southern Region

Recent News and Developments in Saudi Arabia Gaming Market

● January 2026: World's first Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh boosts innovation, drawing global studios and creating VR/AR cultural experiences with 70% mobile gaming dominance.

● October 2025: Qiddiya advances as world's first gamer city with esports arenas and VR centers, drawing global studios and talent to Riyadh's gaming ecosystem.

● August 2025: Saudi Arabia secures 20% of MENA gaming revenues at $1.2 billion, fueled by Vision 2030 investments in local game development and esports infrastructure.

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