MENA-3 Games Market and Revenue in 2023

The gaming sector in the MENA-3 region—comprising Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt—has undergone remarkable expansion in recent years. In 2023, the MENA-3 video games market generated US $1.9 billion in revenue, marking a 7.8% increase from the previous year. 

Saudi Arabia stands out as the leading market in the MENA-3 region, with the highest revenue in MENA overall. The growth has been driven by the success of console gaming and a resurgence in mobile games revenue.

Projections for 2024 MENA-3 region suggest an 8.2% growth, with revenue expected to reach US $2.1 billion. By 2028, the market is anticipated to hit US $2.9 billion, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3% between 2023 and 2025.