Saudi game development studio Spoilz has secured new investment with participation from Merak Capital, Impact46, and other investors, strengthening its ability to expand development and LiveOps operations, create globally competitive mobile titles, and attract top gaming talent to the Kingdom.
Founded in 2020 by Musab Almalki, Spoilz has quickly established itself as a rising force in the regional gaming industry. Known for bite-sized, immersive experiences such as viral hits Climb Up #3D and #Break ’Em All, as well as the chart-topping word game Last Letter, the studio blends cultural relevance with global appeal.
Spoilz is also expanding beyond mobile into PC, console, and smart TV platforms, while offering B2B and LiveOps services tailored to MENA markets. These include market analysis, UI/UX, localisation, and player engagement strategies.
Backed by AI-enhanced development pipelines, Spoilz positions itself as both a content creator and a service provider capable of scaling IP across platforms.
“This investment is a major leap forward for Spoilz,” said Musab Almalki, CEO and Founder. “We’re building more than games; we’re building experiences that connect with everyday players while reflecting the creativity and identity of our region.
“With Merak Capital’s support, we’ll level up our development pipeline, grow our LiveOps offering, and bring Saudi-born mobile games to the world stage.”
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Merak Capital’s Vision for Saudi Gaming
The investment aligns with Merak Capital’s dedicated gaming fund, which aims to accelerate the growth of local studios and interactive content creators.
By backing companies like Spoilz, Merak seeks to nurture culturally rooted IPs with global scalability while positioning Saudi Arabia as a leader in the worldwide gaming economy.
“Our investment in Spoilz affirms Merak Capital’s confidence in the ability of Saudi creativity to compete globally,” said Abdulelah Alshareef, Vice President of Venture Capital at Merak Capital.
“We believe Spoilz is a model of innovation and ambition that will strengthen the Kingdom’s position as a global hub for gaming.”
Shaping Saudi Arabia’s Gaming Future
As the Kingdom deepens its investment in gaming as a pillar of the digital economy under Vision 2030, Spoilz stands out as an example of homegrown innovation shaping the future of entertainment.
With fresh backing, the company is poised to deliver Saudi-born mobile games to global audiences while helping build a vibrant, self-sustaining gaming ecosystem.
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