Maliyo Games Elevates African Gaming with Grand Opening of New Studio in Yaba, Lagos

Exciting news reverberates through the gaming community as Maliyo Games, a leading pan-African developer, unveils its newly acquired studio nestled in the vibrant city of Yaba, Lagos. The highly anticipated launch event, held on the 28th of February 2024, marked a monumental occasion in the realm of African gaming, promising a plethora of opportunities for […]

A Recap: GameUp Africa Developer Meetup 2024

The GameUp Africa Developer Meetup 2024 was an exhilarating event that brought together gaming enthusiasts, developers, and industry professionals to ignite collaboration and innovation within the African gaming industry. Held at CC Hub in Yaba, Lagos, the event featured insightful sessions, interactive discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. Key Sessions: The meetup kicked off with an […]

Celebrating Women’s Day: Spotlighting the Brilliant Minds at Maliyo Games

As we celebrate International Women’s Day today, it’s important to recognise the remarkable women at Maliyo Games who are driving innovation, creativity, and excellence in the African gaming industry. From game developers to program coordinators, these women embody strength, expertise, and brilliance, contributing to the team’s success. The Powerhouses Behind the Scenes Behind every successful […]

Whot King revenue skyrockets by 450% after Google feature.

Maliyo Games, a leading pan-African game development studio, witnessed a meteoric rise in revenue for our popular game, Whot King after being featured on Google Play. This achievement is unprecedented and highlights the incredible success of Whot King, an adaptation of Nigeria’s nation card game, “Whot”, while also demonstrating our unwavering commitment to our vision […]

GameUp Africa 2023 Game Developers Bootcamp: Nurturing Innovation and Collaboration

The game landscape in Africa is evolving, and at the forefront of this transformation is the GameUp Africa 2023 Bootcamp. Over the past four months, aspiring game developers from across the continent have embarked on a virtual journey of learning, collaboration, and creativity.  Learning Phase: A Deep Dive into Game Development The heart of the […]

Embracing Afrofuturism: Maliyo Games’ Summer Game Jam Ignites the Future!

Hello, gaming enthusiasts! We are excited to announce the impressive lineup of games that have been submitted for the Maliyo Summer Game Jam which held from 24th July – 31st July 2023, themed “Afrofuturism.” The jam brought together talented developers from around the world to create captivating and innovative Afrofuturistic games that showcase the rich […]

GameUp Africa 2023: Empowering the Next Generation of Game Developers!

The gaming industry has been evolving at an astonishing pace, and Africa is no exception to this exciting trend. To nurture and empower budding talents in game development, Maliyo Games proudly presents the 3rd Annual GameUp Africa Bootcamp.  This transformative 5-month online training program offers a unique opportunity for entry-level game developers from across Africa […]

Unveiling the Future: Maliyo Games and the African Gaming Industry at Gamescom Conference

The gaming industry has transcended borders, bringing diverse cultures and talents onto a global stage. The African games industry, though still emerging, holds immense potential. This year, at the highly anticipated Gamescom Conference 2023, one of the key figures shaping this potential will be taking the stage – Hugo Obi, Founder and CEO of Maliyo […]

Mobile Gaming as a Tool for Social Change

In our rapidly evolving digital age, mobile gaming has transcended its initial purpose of entertainment to become a potent tool for social change.  With over 2.8 billion mobile gamers worldwide, the potential for leveraging this massive user base to address critical social issues is undeniable. In this piece, we will explore some of the ways […]