UAE Gaming Market Overview
Market Size in 2024: USD 1,163.35 Million
Market Size in 2033: USD 2,392.27 Million
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 8.34%
According to IMARC Group’s latest research publication, “UAE Gaming Market: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2025-2033”, the UAE gaming market size reached USD 1,163.35 Million in 2024. Looking forward, the market is projected to reach USD 2,392.27 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.34% during 2025-2033.
How AI is Reshaping the Future of UAE Gaming Market
- Revolutionizing Game Development: AI-powered development tools are streamlining game creation processes, with NVIDIA’s RTX AI GameCraft initiative partnering with Dubai Program for Gaming 2033 to showcase next-generation AI-driven game development technologies.
- Enhancing Player Experience: Machine learning algorithms are personalizing gaming experiences, with cloud gaming platforms utilizing AI to optimize gameplay performance and reduce latency across the UAE’s expanding 5G networks.
- Driving Esports Innovation: AI analytics are transforming competitive gaming by providing real-time performance insights and strategic analysis, supporting the UAE’s goal to become a regional esports hub with over 30 professional tournaments planned by 2033.
- Powering Mobile Gaming: AI optimization is crucial for mobile gaming dominance, with 34% of UAE gamers spending 1-5 hours weekly on mobile platforms, driving demand for AI-enhanced user interfaces and predictive gaming algorithms.
- Supporting Creator Economy: AI-generated content tools are empowering local game developers among the 260 specialized gaming companies in Dubai, accelerating Arabic content localization and culturally-relevant gaming experiences.
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UAE Gaming Market Trends & Drivers:
The UAE gaming market is experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by the ambitious Dubai Program for Gaming 2033 (DPG33) launched in November 2023. This transformative initiative aims to position Dubai among the top 10 global gaming cities while contributing USD 1 billion to the GDP and creating 30,000 new jobs by 2033. The program has already attracted over 350 gaming companies, including 260 specialized developers, representing a remarkable 16.6% growth since its launch. With 100% foreign ownership rights in free zones like Dubai Internet City and twofour54 Abu Dhabi, international gaming giants are establishing regional headquarters, bringing world-class expertise and investment to the Emirates.
Mobile gaming dominance is reshaping the UAE’s digital entertainment landscape, with smartphones and tablets driving mass adoption across diverse demographics. The integration of high-speed 5G networks and regional data centers has enabled seamless cloud gaming experiences, allowing players to access premium titles without expensive hardware. Local telecom providers are offering gaming-specific data packages and low-latency connections, while international mobile game publishers are partnering with regional operators to expand market reach. The prevalence of Arabic-localized content and culturally-relevant gaming experiences is attracting previously underserved audiences, with free-to-play models and in-game purchase systems generating substantial revenue streams.
Government-backed esports initiatives and infrastructure development are establishing the UAE as a regional competitive gaming powerhouse. Major esports tournaments supported by local municipalities are creating vibrant gaming communities and professional pathways for local talent. International partnerships with global gaming firms have resulted in localized Arabic content development, increasing regional engagement and cultural relevance. The alignment of gaming with the UAE’s broader digital economy vision, combined with sustained government investment and policy commitment, is transforming gaming from entertainment into a strategic economic sector driving innovation, job creation, and technological advancement across the Emirates.
UAE Gaming Industry Segmentation:
The report has segmented the market into the following categories:
Device Type Insights:
- Consoles
- Mobiles and Tablets
- Computers
Platform Insights:
- Online
- Offline
Revenue Type Insights:
- In-Game Purchase
- Game Purchase
- Advertising
Type Insights:
- Adventure/Role Playing Games
- Puzzles
- Social Games
- Strategy
- Simulation
- Others
Age Group Insights:
- Adults
- Children
Breakup by Region:
- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Sharjah
- Others
Competitive Landscape:
The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.
Recent News and Developments in UAE Gaming Market
- June 2025: Dubai’s gaming ecosystem expanded to over 350 companies under the Dubai Program for Gaming 2033, with 260 specialized game developers contributing to a targeted USD 1 billion GDP contribution and 30,000 new jobs by 2033.
- March 2025: NVIDIA GeForce Middle East partnered with Dubai Program for Gaming 2033 to host the first-ever RTX AI GameCraft event, highlighting AI-powered game development innovation and next-generation gaming technologies in the region.
- February 2025: The UAE gaming industry achieved significant milestone with mobile gaming segment representing 54.3% market share, driven by enhanced 5G connectivity and localized Arabic gaming content reaching over 2.2 million users.
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