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Meet Big Bird, a UAE-based gamer who competed for $1 million at Capcom Cup in Japan
7+ hour, 24+ min ago (597+ words) Sun, Apr 05, 2026 | Shawwal 17, 1447 | Fajr 04:48 For years, the UAE's esports scene has been building momentum with few players rising to the occasion and ending up on the world stage. Among those very few is 28-year-old Adel Anouche, known in the gaming…...
Microsoft reveals Xbox Project Helix, a powerful next-generation console in development
3+ week, 6+ day ago (417+ words) Mon, Mar 09, 2026 | Ramadan 20, 1447 | Fajr 05:17 Microsoft has confirmed it is developing a new Xbox console, currently known by the codename Project Helix. The device is being positioned as a next-generation gaming system designed to deliver top-tier performance while bridging the gap…...
Marvel’s 'Wolverine' release date revealed: When is it coming to the UAE?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (294+ words) Wed, Feb 25, 2026 | Ramadan 9, 1447 | Maghrib 6:22 PM After years of silence and speculation, Insomniac Games has officially confirmed the release date for Marvel's Wolverine, and UAE gamers won't have to wait much longer. In a surprise social media announcement on February 24, the…...
'Resident Evil' mobile game is now available in Arabic
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (273+ words) 'Resident Evil' mobile game is now available in Arabic'Khaleej Times 'Resident Evil' mobile game is now available in Arabic The mobile strategy game, featuring fan-favourite characters like Leon Kennedy and Jill Valentine, is now playable in Arabic on iOS and…...
ASUS Republic of Gamers celebrates 20 years of gaming excellence with next-gen innovations at CES 2026
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (398+ words) Thu, Jan 08, 2026 | Rajab 19, 1447 | Fajr 05:44 | DXB 22.3C A wide range of next-generation ROG gaming laptops takes center stage at CES 2026, alongside select flagship innovations such as the ROG G1000 gaming desktop, showcasing world-first engineering, AI-driven performance, and advanced thermal design that elevate gaming…...
E-sports economy: The Middle East's next billion-dollar industry
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (859+ words) Tue, Dec 23, 2025 | Rajab 3, 1447 | Fajr 05:38 | DXB 23.4C A look at the players, partners, and policies driving esports from niche to mainstream across the Middle East Together, these two approaches reveal the ambition of the Middle East to transform esports from a niche…...
Why ASUS ROG RTX 50 Series Laptops Are the Festive Upgrade to Watch
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (440+ words) Wed, Dec 17, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 26, 1447 | Fajr 05:35 | DXB 27.3C ROG's new RTX 50 laptops make gaming, creating, studying, and everyday tasks easier than ever Every festive season brings new trends - new shows, new gadgets, and new ways to make life a bit more exciting....
Thousands from across the globe witness the UAE’s opening of BRIDGE Summit 2025, the world’s largest debut media event
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (849+ words) Wed, Dec 10, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 19, 1447 | Fajr 05:31 | DXB 23.1C Global leaders, creators, and institutions gather in Abu Dhabi to shape a more trusted, human-centred future for media The opening ceremony set the tone for the three-day event, positioning BRIDGE Summit as a unified…...
UAE: Idris Elba, Priyanka Chopra to attend Bridge Summit; here's all you need to know
4+ mon, 4+ day ago (549+ words) Mon, Dec 08, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 17, 1447 | Fajr 05:29 | DXB 31.3C The summit in Abu Dhabi will bring together over 400 global speakers, 300 exhibitors, 60,000 attendees for panels, workshops, and networking in media, entertainment, gaming, music, and technology From 8 to 10 December, Abu Dhabi will host a media,…...
UAE: 400+ speakers and 60,000 attendees at Bridge summit, kicks off today
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (277+ words) Mon, Dec 08, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 17, 1447 | Fajr 05:29 | DXB 30C From today, December 8, to Tuesday, December 10, 2025, the BRIDGE Summit kicks off in Abu Dhabi, transforming the city into the world's leading platform for media, entertainment, and content. The event brings together decision-makers, business leaders,…...