Evolite Studio

Jeddah-based Saudi video game studio behind Lost Path and the upcoming Noor, backed by Exel by Merak and partnering with Savvy Games Group.

Industry: Video game development | Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia | Founded: 2016 | Total Funding: USD 300,000 (reported)

About Evolite Studio

Evolite Studio is a video game developer based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, trading as Evolite Interactive. It says it makes original, high-quality games, and its Arabic tagline says it builds them with craft from Saudi Arabia for the world. PocketGamer.biz reported that the studio was founded in 2016.

PocketGamer.biz reported in September 2025 that Evolite received 300,000 US dollars from Exel by Merak, the accelerator of Merak Capital, to speed up development of its next game, Noor, a top-down action title drawing on Arabian mythology planned for PC, Steam Deck, Xbox and PlayStation in 2026. The report said the accelerator committed the same amount to 17 game startups, and that the studio's mobile game Lost Path had passed 100,000 downloads.

The studio's website lists several recognitions: Best Saudi Game Studio at the TrueGaming Awards 2025; Best Game Design from the Saudi Ministry of Communication; an honorable mention at the MENA Games Industry Awards 2024, where it was nominated in four categories; second place at a game jam held at the US Embassy in Riyadh; best use of theme at a KAUST game jam; Best Arab Game Developed at the Grand Game Awards; and sponsorship support from Ithra and the Cultural Fund.

In a post dated 25 July 2026, the studio announced a partnership with Savvy Games Group to open its production environment so Saudi talent can learn and work directly on game development. In 2024 the studio said it offers mentorship and workshops to aspiring developers; lead game designer Qusai Allaham mentored at a game jam organised by the Social Development Bank.

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