UAE based iBLOXX Studios has raised $5.4 million to support the development and release of its upcoming game, strengthening the country’s growing gaming and digital entertainment ecosystem.
UAE based game development company iBLOXX Studios has raised USD 5.4 million in fresh funding to support the development and launch of its upcoming game, marking a notable addition to the region’s expanding gaming and interactive entertainment sector. The investment is expected to accelerate production timelines, strengthen the studio’s technical infrastructure, and scale marketing efforts ahead of the title’s release.
Founded in the UAE, iBLOXX Studios operates within a regional gaming market that has seen steady growth in both player engagement and developer activity. According to industry data published by Newzoo, the global games market continues to generate hundreds of billions of dollars in annual revenue, with the Middle East and North Africa among the fastest growing regions in terms of player base expansion and digital consumption. This broader momentum has contributed to increased investor interest in locally developed intellectual property and original gaming content.
The $5.4 million funding will primarily be allocated toward game development, including asset production, gameplay refinement, backend infrastructure, and cross platform optimization. The studio is also expected to expand its development team and invest in publishing and distribution capabilities, positioning the upcoming release for regional and potentially international reach.
The UAE has been actively supporting the growth of its creative and digital economy, including gaming, esports, and immersive technologies. Initiatives across free zones and digital hubs have aimed to attract global studios while nurturing homegrown developers. Reports from Dubai Future Foundation have highlighted the strategic importance of gaming and immersive technologies as part of the country’s broader digital transformation agenda.
Regionally, gaming startups have increasingly secured venture capital as investors seek exposure to entertainment-driven digital platforms with scalable monetization models, including in app purchases, subscriptions, and advertising. The funding raised by iBLOXX Studios reflects this trend, as capital flows into content driven startups with the potential to build proprietary franchises.
With USD 5.4 million secured, iBLOXX Studios is positioning itself to deliver a competitive title within a crowded global gaming landscape. The upcoming release represents not only a milestone for the studio but also a broader signal of the UAE’s maturing gaming ecosystem, where locally founded companies are moving beyond concept stages toward full scale production and international distribution.
