SaralnamaSaudi Arabia's Qiddiya Gaming bought RTS, becoming the second-largest stakeholder in Evo, the world's biggest fighting game tournament. The deal was announced on 25 Aug 2025 in Riyadh. Qiddiya Gaming is backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. This move is part of Saudi Arabia's efforts to invest in esports and gaming. Evo hosts major tournaments for games like Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8. The Saudi stake in Evo raises questions about how it might affect future events. Some worry about Saudi Arabia's human rights record impacting the tournament. Evo has a special place in competitive gaming due to its grassroots history. (Updated 3 Sep 2025, 02:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Saudi Arabia's Qiddiya Gaming bought RTS, becoming the second-largest stakeholder in Evo, the world's biggest fighting game tournament
- The deal was announced on 25 Aug 2025 in Riyadh
- Qiddiya Gaming is backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund