“Gamethon is part of the Gamers8 $15 million esports competition which has been running in Saudi Arabia from July 14. The Gamers8 is featuring a range of events including music, festivals, and a gaming summit held across six weeks at a purpose-built venue in Boulevard Riyadh City. Organized by the Saudi Esports Federation, Gamers8 features elite esports teams competing across six titles: Rocket League, Dota 2, Fortnite, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, and PUBG MOBILE. Gamers8 tournaments are broadcast live on the event channels in more than eight different languages.” ‘

Biggest global Gameathon’ kicks off in Saudi Arabia, with $500,00 prize pool [Al-Arabiya]