Impact46 Invests SR 200 Million in Saudi Game Studio Kammelna

Saudi venture capital firm Impact46 has injected SR 200 million into Kammelna, the Dammam-based gaming studio behind the mobile version of Saudi Arabia’s popular card game, Baloot. The announcement was made during the New Global Sports Conference, held alongside the Esports World Cup in Riyadh .

Kammelna has established itself as the leading independent gaming employer in the Kingdom, with a 40-strong team spanning engineering, art, and product development. The studio’s games have surpassed 6 million downloads, boast over 1 million monthly active users, and host digital Baloot tournaments featuring up to 150,000 players.

This investment aligns with Saudi Arabia's broader push into digital entertainment under Vision 2030 and the National Gaming and Esports Strategy, both aimed at diversifying the economy and positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for gaming. Impact46 - managing a dedicated gaming fund and having previously backed startups like Jahez and ZenHR, as well as Fahy, NJD, Game Cooks, Starvania and Alpaka - continues to steer local talent toward global impact.