PUBG Mobile partners with VOV Gaming, Endless Studios to launch KSA contest

Jerry Gamez, CEO of VOV Gaming
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Updated 26 February 2023
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PUBG Mobile partners with VOV Gaming, Endless Studios to launch KSA contest

PUBG Mobile game has launched a contest in Riyadh in partnership with VOV Gaming, the experiential gaming company, and Endless Studios, a youth-centered game making studio.

The KSA PUBG Mobile Campus Design Contest is open to university and high school students across the Kingdom. Students are invited to create their own fan art and design concepts for game skins or a selection of in-game items and submit their artwork by April 12 online.

Finalists will be selected by a panel of judges to go through to a final stage of in-game voting, with PUBG Mobile players across Saudi Arabia voting for their favorite work. The winner will be announced in May.

The Saudi launch took place at VOV’s The Zone  gaming venue in Riyadh with students and game industry professionals gathering to hear about the contest.

The event combined the global phenomenon of PUBG Mobile, with VOV Gaming’s passion for creating communities in games, and was supported by Endless Studios’ dedication to gaming education for youth.

Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al-Saud, vice chairman of Savvy Games Group and chairman of Saudi Esports Federation, said on the occasion: “We seek to provide opportunities and participate in establishing partnerships in the gaming sector to empower talents and unlock the exceptional potential of Saudi Arabia.

“Attracting international companies to the Kingdom through investments and partnerships contributes to providing skills, knowledge transfer and capacity building in the gaming and esports ecosystem.

“This partnership will enable the company to bring together Saudi university and high school students, and video game experts, establish a platform to showcase the talents of students in designing video games, and provide video game developers with a unique opportunity to improve their knowledge and hone their skills.”

Jerry Gamez, CEO, VOV Gaming, said: “The gaming industry is growing rapidly in Saudi Arabia with a strong drive locally to develop homegrown talent. Part of our mission at VOV is to enable gamers of all genders, disciplines and abilities to fulfill their potential.”

Matt Dalio, founder, Endless Studios, said: “We are delighted to partner with PUBG Mobile and VOV Gaming at this event to reach out to students and invite them to join our growing community of young creators, designers, engineers, and artists.”


ALJ Motors champions Toyota SUVs’ off-road legacy

Updated 07 January 2026
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ALJ Motors champions Toyota SUVs’ off-road legacy

Abdul Latif Jameel Motors, the authorized distributor of Toyota vehicles in Saudi Arabia since 1955, has launched the second edition of its off-road initiative — an immersive driving experience designed to engage guests and showcase the real-world capabilities of Toyota’s SUV lineup in the Kingdom’s desert terrains. The activation takes place on weekends, starting initially in Riyadh and continuing through Jeddah, before concluding in Dammam on Jan. 24.
The multi-city activation is designed to engage guests through Toyota’s SUV lineup in fun and exciting ways, offering a hands-on opportunity to experience vehicle performance, control, and versatility. The lineup features a wide range of Toyota SUV models, including the Land Cruiser HEV Max, a hybrid vehicle built for performance. Beyond the off-road drives, the activation offers a welcoming weekend setting with supporting activities suitable for families and younger guests, creating a well-rounded experience for visitors of all ages.
Building on the success of its inaugural edition, which welcomed more than 4,500 participants and attracted over 10,000 attendees, the second edition continues to focus on meaningful guest engagement through interactive and experiential driving activities while emphasizing safety, trust, and enjoyment. Through this approach, ALJ Motors champions Toyota’s off-road legacy while creating an experience that further connects guests with Toyota’s renowned SUV lineup.
Shahad Nassier, managing director of marketing communications at ALJ Motors, said: “Following the strong response to the inaugural season, the return of this off-road experience allows us to continue engaging our guests in an authentic and exciting way. In this second edition, we have further refined the driving routes and elevated the overall experience to better serve our guests and their families. By bringing Toyota’s SUV lineup into real desert environments, we provide an opportunity for guests to experience vehicle performance firsthand, while reinforcing the values of reliability and capability that have long defined Toyota’s presence in the Kingdom.”
The experiential initiative deepens guest relationships, supports informed vehicle choice, and reflects ALJ Motors’ ongoing role in delivering reliable and diversified mobility solutions across the Kingdom, in line with Saudi Vision 2030. 
Guests interested in participating in the off-road experience can register for the upcoming activations in Jeddah on Jan. 9-10, followed by Dammam on Jan. 16-17 and 23-24, through ALJ Motors’ official social channels.