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Merak Capital promotes Ghadi AlGhamdi to senior investment associate
Promotion comes after nearly two years with the firm
Isa Muhammad
Isa has been in games media for nearly ten years. By day, he is the Lead MENA Reporter at PocketGamer.biz. By night, he's the mastermind behind IsaKaba, interacting with games industry professionals from his remote lair. Contact: isa.muhd@isakaba.com
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Merak Capital promotes Fares AlDubie to investment associate
He joined Merak in mid-2025 and has spent more than a year supporting venture investments
News
Savvy Games Group and Alfaisal University launch 9-month game design programme
The course combines hands-on learning, mentorship, and industry master classes
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July 2026 MENA Moves Tracker: Qwacks, Leti Arts, Esports Foundation, and Merak among seven moves tracked this month
A regular roundup of talent moves shaping the MENA region and Africa
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Evlnu GameWorks appoints Omar Moghrabi as art director and game designer
He joins the Riyadh-based developer with more than a decade of experience
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Exel by Merak promotes Deema Almutairi to manager
She will oversee the accelerator's operations as it continues supporting game startups across the KSA
Reviews
Go North review: A cozy adventure that loses its narrative compass
Best enjoyed when you slow down and explore
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Afreximbank launches $50,000 Create-thon with gaming category for African creators
The competition will award $7,000 for first place, $3,500 for second, and $1,500 for third in each category
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Classy Games launches debut title Orbital on Steam
Players are tasked with delaying the destruction of the solar system
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Nigerian indie title Go North launches on Steam and Xbox
The game follows protagonist Dara as they navigate handcrafted labyrinths inspired by themes of patience and exploration.
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Sony leaves GTA 6 off its own '2026 Great Games' PlayStation Store page
While the omission does not indicate another delay, it is a notable inconsistency that has largely gone unnoticed
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Qwacks appoints Mahmoud Ziater as commercial lead
He brings more than 17 years of experience spanning games, esports, and digital media to the role