Fahy Studios is a technology company.
Fahy Studios is on a journey to build Saudi’s first global hit game, specializing in hybrid casual games that blend accessibility with depth.
Fahy Studios has raised $2.0M across 1 funding round.
Fahy Studios has raised $2.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Fahy Studios has raised $2.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Fahy Studios is a Saudi Arabia-based mobile game development studio founded in 2023, specializing in hybrid-casual games that blend instant accessibility with deep, rewarding progression for global audiences.[1][2][3] The studio builds titles like RAWR (a monster-collecting RPG with unique battle mechanics), Footy Traps (PvP football strategy), and Heist Party (multiplayer heist action), targeting casual mobile gamers seeking engaging, on-the-go experiences.[1][3][6] It serves a worldwide player base while fueling Saudi Arabia's gaming ambitions, having raised $1.75M from Impact46 and Merak Capital, partnered with publisher Kwalee for user acquisition and monetization, and graduated from NEOM’s LevelUp accelerator to scale production and talent.[1][2][3][6] This funding and support mark strong early momentum, positioning Fahy to deliver Saudi's first global hit game.[2][4][5]
Fahy Studios was founded in early 2023 in Riyadh by Hani Hashem (CEO/Studio Head), Owis Alsaour, and Fahad Alshibl, driven by a passion to create fun, enduring mobile games from Saudi Arabia.[1][3][4][5] The idea emerged from the founders' love for distilling console-like mechanics into mobile-optimized hybrid-casual experiences, aiming to elevate gaming on the go for casual players.[2][5][6] A pivotal moment came with enrollment in NEOM’s LevelUp accelerator (Cohort 1), where the indie team crystallized their strategy, grew their core team, polished games, and established a scalable operating model with mentorship and financial backing.[1][2][6] Early traction built through in-house development of game design, art, and code libraries, leading to a publishing deal with UK-based Kwalee and the $1.75M raise in 2025 from Impact46 and Merak Capital.[1][3][6]
Fahy Studios rides the explosive growth of mobile gaming, particularly hybrid-casual, amid Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 push to diversify via gaming, esports, infrastructure, and talent development—aiming to make the Kingdom a global hub.[1][2][5] Timing aligns with MENA's rising creative economy and massive investments like NEOM's accelerators, enabling local studios to compete globally while showcasing regional innovation.[2][5][6] Market forces favoring Fahy include surging demand for progression-driven casual games, Kwalee's expertise in hyper-growth publishing, and Saudi's unexplored design space for novel mechanics.[1][3][5] The studio influences the ecosystem as a "cultural ambassador," inspiring Saudi talent, elevating the MENA games scene (e.g., via LevelUp awards), and proving homegrown hits can reshape global mobile gaming.[2][5]
Fahy Studios is primed to launch its title pipeline, scale with $1.75M for R&D, talent hires, and production, while evolving toward full publishing capabilities.[1][3][6] Trends like AI-enhanced gameplay, mobile esports expansion, and Vision 2030's gaming boom will propel them, potentially yielding Saudi's first global blockbuster by blending local ambition with universal fun.[2][5] Their influence may grow as ecosystem leaders, mentoring startups and exporting MENA creativity worldwide—transforming from accelerator grad to Riyadh's gaming powerhouse, fulfilling the dream of global hits from the Kingdom.[1][5]
Fahy Studios has raised $2.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $2.0M Seed in August 2025.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2025 | $2.0M Seed |