What is the event focus?

The focus is on phygital competition — blending physical athletic performance with high-level digital gaming across multiple disciplines.

Where and when is the event taking place?

18-23 December 2025 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Why you should not miss it?

Games of the Future 2025 breaks new ground at the intersection of sport, gaming and technology. Whether you’re a competitor, tech provider, sports-marketer, or fan, the event offers a unique opportunity to see and partake in what many believe is the next paradigm for global competitive entertainment.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Casual to smart sporty – as the event is a mix of esports, physical competition and immersive experiences.

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Games of the Future 2025

Name: Games of the Future 2025
Start: 2025-12-18T18:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-12-23T20:00:00+00:00
Location: ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

Games of the Future 2025 in Abu Dhabi (18-23 Dec) blends physical sport and esports across 11 phygital disciplines in a global tournament.

ADNEC

Date and Time

December 18 - December 23

Location

ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street Abu Dhabi

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About This Event

Games of the Future 2025 is a Realstate & Construction event taking place 18-23 Dec 2025 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The Games of the Future 2025 is an innovative global tournament taking place in Abu Dhabi from 18–23 December 2025 at ADNEC. This event marries physical athletic competition with leading-edge digital gaming disciplines (so-called “phygital” sports) under one roof. With 11 confirmed disciplines, a significant prize pool, and participants from around the globe, it represents a new frontier in sport, entertainment and technology. Attendees and competitors will engage in immersive experiences, showcase-style arenas, and live fan zones that blend esports, traditional sport and tech innovation.

Key Highlights

11 phygital disciplines confirmed, combining gaming titles (e.g., Counter‑Strike 2, Fortnite) with physical competition.
A multi-million dollar (USD) prize pool announced for the 2025 edition.
Location in halls 5-11 and ICC Hall at ADNEC, enabling large-scale public and spectator attendance.
Ticketing now live with adult, student and children passes available; the event includes immersive road-shows across the UAE in advance.

Who Should Attend?

Gamers, esports teams and competitive players interested in global phygital tournaments.
Technology providers, media platforms and entertainment firms involved in gaming, sport tech and immersive experiences.
Sports organisations, federations and sponsors seeking to engage with hybrid digital-physical sports formats.
Fans of gaming and sport looking for new spectator experiences and interactive live events.
Professionals from the MENA region looking to engage in the emerging phygital sports ecosystem and global sporting innovation.

Main Features

Keynote & competition sessions: High-profile finals and live competitions across gaming and physical sport disciplines.
Immersive fan-zones & road-shows: Pre-event activations around the UAE introducing phygital sport to youth, tech demos and interactive experiences.
Exhibition & networking platforms: Sessions for media, tech vendors, sponsors, teams and spectators to connect, showcase and engage with emerging sports-tech trends.