Saudi Arabia is rapidly establishing itself as a global powerhouse in Esports. From hosting landmark international events such as the Esports World Cup and the upcoming inaugural Olympic Esports Games in 2027, to producing standout talent like FIFA eWorld Cup champion Mosaad Al Dossary, and signing top-tier global creators like chess Grandmaster and #1 streamer Hikaru Nakamura to Team Falcons—Saudi Arabia’s ascent is anything but accidental.

This momentum is the result of deliberate national prioritization, underpinned by the Kingdom’s National Gaming and Esports Strategy. With major investments in infrastructure, talent acquisition, and ecosystem development, Saudi Arabia is not just participating in the global Esports movement, it’s shaping its future.

In this edition of the Let’s Play, Saudi Arabia report, we explore how brands, investors, and stakeholders can engage this fast-growing, digitally native, and passionate youth population. Building on insights from our global survey of gamers and Esports viewers, the report examines how the Saudi Esports consumer market has evolved over the past two years and how it compares to global benchmarks. 

Additionally, this report offers in-depth analysis of Saudi gamers’ behaviors, preferences, engagement patterns, and spending habits—providing strategic perspectives on how to capture attention in one of the world’s most dynamic gaming markets.