Lucidity Insights – Middle East & Africa Gaming Review, 2025

Summary

The main theme of the report is the review and analysis of the gaming and esports market in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region with forecasts up to 2033.

Key findings include the forecast of the gaming market growth in MEA from $7.4 billion in 2024 to over $19.4 billion by 2033, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11%. Saudi Arabia accounts for 40% of gaming revenues in the Arab world and plans significant investments in gaming and esports as part of Vision 2030. Israel and Turkey stand out as important hubs for venture funding and the creation of 'unicorns' in the gaming industry.

Region: Middle East

Published: November 2025

Author(s): Lucidity Insights

Language: English

Tech drivers: AI AR/VR Blockchain Metaverse & Web3 Mobile

Social drivers: Pandemics Sustainability and ethics

Geopolitical drivers: Economic conditions Political instability and conflicts Workforce availability

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