Nabu Studio

Country: Iraq

Founded: TBC

Team Size: 2-10

Platforms: Board Games, Mobile

Status: Active

Overview

Nabu Studio is an independent Iraqi tabletop game studio and publisher based in Baghdad, with a regional presence in Dubai. The studio designs, localises and publishes board and card games, with a focus on building a tabletop gaming culture in Iraq and creating experiences inspired by Arab culture.

Its catalogue includes localised editions of international games alongside tabletop products available through its online store. Nabu's offerings include games such as Here to Slay and Survive: The Island, as well as Arabic-localised and family-focused titles.

Beyond publishing, Nabu has also been involved in game-based learning, workshops and initiatives designed to support the development of Iraq's gaming ecosystem. LinkedIn lists the company as having 2-10 employees and identifies Baghdad as its headquarters.

Games

Here to Slay
Survive: The Island
Royal Game of Ur

Key People

Murtadha Obaid - Head of product development