The Arab Youth Hackathon returns for its second edition
The hackathon will accept registrations until October 12th, 2025
The second edition of the Arab Youth Hackathon has been launched by the UAE’s Arab Youth Center to showcase and empower young Arab talent in games.
The initiative aims to train and equip 50 young Arabs to lead the e-gaming sector, strengthen the regional ecosystem, build industry connections, and develop five games inspired by Arab culture and identity under the theme “Arab Identity.”
Organised in partnership with the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy and Games Ventures, and in collaboration with Futuregames, the hackathon will accept registrations until October 12th, 2025.
The program features four key tracks: game design and development, storytelling and visual design, business models and profitability, and the governance and ethics of the digital world.
Eligibility and participation
Applicants must be Arabs aged 15 to 35 with intermediate experience in fields such as design, programming, content creation, or gaming competitions. They should also be fluent in Arabic and English and commit fully to the training schedule.
The program will run from November 3rd, 2025, to February 5th, 2026, beginning with an 11-week online phase followed by two weeks of in-person sessions.
Participants will conclude by presenting their final projects to industry experts and decision-makers. If you're interested in taking part, you can apply here.
