Savvy Games Group Teams With AWS to Build Saudi Gaming Ecosystem

Strategic Partnership Between Savvy Games Group and AWS

Savvy Games Group, a leading esports company based in Riyadh, has announced a significant corporate collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing arm of Amazon. This partnership aims to enhance gaming technology infrastructure across Saudi Arabia while creating new opportunities for local developers, startups, and studios. The initiative is part of a broader effort to support the growth of the Kingdom’s gaming industry and aligns with national strategies aimed at diversifying the economy.

As part of the agreement, AWS will provide support through two key programs: AWS Skill Builder and AWS Activate. AWS Skill Builder is designed to offer digital courses and learning plans that help Saudi developers and professionals acquire essential skills in cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI). This program is expected to play a crucial role in building a more skilled workforce capable of meeting the demands of the modern gaming industry.

In addition, AWS Activate will provide eligible gaming startups in Saudi Arabia with resources, benefits, and exclusive offers to accelerate their growth. This initiative is intended to foster innovation and support the development of new ideas within the local gaming ecosystem.

Brian Ward, CEO of Savvy Games Group, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are delighted to enter into this partnership with AWS, and look forward to working together to further grow and empower Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing ecosystem of game developers, technical experts, and creative minds. I am sure that the aspiring talent we have in the Kingdom will make the most of these opportunities that our collaboration will bring about.”

Nina Walsh, Global Leader, Industry Business Development, at Amazon Web Services, added, “At AWS, we are committed to empowering the next generation of game developers with the tools, training, and cloud technology they need to innovate and scale globally. Through our collaboration with Savvy, we aim to help unlock the creative potential of Saudi Arabia’s gaming community, accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge technologies like generative AI, and enable local talent to bring their visions to life for players around the world.”

Beyond the programs, Savvy and AWS will also support each other’s initiatives in the games sector, with a focus on training, enablement, and networking for domestic studios and professionals. This collaborative approach is expected to strengthen the overall gaming ecosystem in Saudi Arabia by fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Savvy Games Group was founded in 2021 by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) as part of the Kingdom’s broader strategy to diversify its economy and invest in high-growth sectors such as gaming and esports. The company's activities span investments in global and local gaming companies, game publishing, esports operations, and infrastructure development, all aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and the National Gaming and Esports Strategy.

The partnership between Savvy Games Group and AWS represents a significant step forward in the development of the gaming industry in Saudi Arabia. By combining the strengths of both organizations, the collaboration is poised to create a more robust and innovative environment for game developers and startups in the region. As the gaming sector continues to grow, this partnership is expected to play a vital role in shaping the future of the industry in the Kingdom.