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Saudi Game Pioneers 3 (Game Jam and Incubator)

CODE's games programme: a three-day Game Jam in Riyadh where Saudi developers, artists, designers and entrepreneurs form teams and build a playable prototype, after which the best 20 teams join a six-month incubator to turn their game into a testable MVP and pitch it to publishers and investors.

Deadline18 October 20263 days left

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Key terms

Duration: 3-day Game Jam from 29 Oct 2026, then a 6-month incubator from 15 Nov 2026
Cohort starts: 29 October 2026
Format: In person · Riyadh

What you get

A three-day Game Jam in Riyadh (teams form and build a playable prototype on an announced theme), then a six-month incubator for the top 20 teams: one-to-one mentoring from local and international game-industry experts, technical, art and business workshops, a playtesting day with real players, pitch training, and a final showcase to experts, publishers and investors. Up to five standout companies may be nominated to take part in Gamescom (subject to evaluation, seats and approvals). Free to attend; participants bring their own laptops and software. IP stays with the creators.

Who it's for

Saudi nationals only (every team member); 18 or older; basic knowledge or experience in one track (game programming, game art, game design, or marketing/entrepreneurship); advanced English (the programme is delivered in English); in-person attendance in Riyadh for the whole programme (remote participation means exclusion); own laptop able to run Unity, Unreal, Blender and similar. Individuals or teams may apply (each member applies separately); no game idea or prototype needed. Incubator teams must keep at least three founders.