Discover the Rich World of Mancala: An African Legacy
Experience the excitement of African games with Maliyo Games’ board game, Whot King. Download it here and join the adventure! Board games are a cherished part of African heritage, passed down through generations and enjoyed across the continent. Among these games, Mancala stands out as a timeless classic, known by various names and played in […]
Charting New Frontiers: Elevating the African Games Industry on a Global Platform
As the global games industry gears up for one of the most anticipated events of the year, Maliyo Games is thrilled to announce our participation in the Devcom Developer Conference 2024 (#ddc2024). Recognized as Europe’s largest game developer gathering, this prestigious event will take place from August 18-20 in Cologne, Germany. We’re particularly excited to […]
Gamescom 2024: Maliyo Games is Ready to Make Waves
Get ready for the biggest games industry event in the world! Gamescom 2024 is just around the corner, and we’re thrilled to announce that Maliyo Games will be part of the action. From Monday, 19th of August to Friday, August 23rd, the gaming world will converge in Cologne, Germany for Europe’s largest Games Industry event. […]
Your Feedback Fuels Our Success: Be a Game-Changer with Maliyo Games’ Playtesting Community!
The games industry is changing, and it’s happening right here in Africa. At the heart of this revolution is Maliyo Games—a powerhouse of creativity and innovation on a mission to create fun, African-inspired gaming experiences. But we’re not doing it alone. We need you—yes, you—to help us shape the future of the games industry on […]
Nurturing Future Game Creators: A Look at Maliyo Games’ Junior Internship Program
At Maliyo Games, the future of African game development is bright, especially when seen through the eyes of young talents like Nima and Femi. These two budding game developers, aged 9 and 13 respectively, recently completed a two-week summer internship that took them on an extraordinary journey into the world of making games. From Sketch […]
Unveiling the New GameUp Africa Website
Unveiling the New GameUp Africa Website We are thrilled to reveal the newly redesigned GameUp Africa website, a vibrant and user-friendly platform that better reflects our commitment to nurturing the next generation of game developers in Africa. This exciting project was driven by our desire to create an engaging online experience that aligns with the […]
Exploring Black Magic at The 3rd Maliyo Summer Jam
Summary of Maliyo Games Summer Game Jam 2024. Ever had an idea to create magic and wonder? At Maliyo games, we make this happen. Our annual summer game jam is a feast for every developer’s delight. Following last year’s success on ‘Afrofuturism’, this year’s edition was no different. Innovation, collaboration, and community thrived. The Maliyo […]
Unleashing African Talent: Maliyo Games’ Remarkable Journey at the Games for Change Festival 2024
Games for Change Festival is poised to be a landmark event, illuminating the transformative power of creative industries in global social impact. We are thrilled to announce that Hugo Obi, the visionary Founder and CEO of Maliyo Games, will be a distinguished speaker at the 2024 Games for Change Festival. This highly anticipated event, taking […]
Calling All Game Enthusiasts, Developers, and Artists: Register Now for the 2024 Maliyo Summer Game Jam!
Greetings, gaming enthusiasts! Maliyo Games is thrilled to announce the 2024 Annual Maliyo Summer Game Jam, a unique opportunity for game developers, artists, and creators to showcase their talents, innovate, and connect with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. This year’s jam will take place from June 21st to June 28th, 2024, and we invite […]
Watch Video: Hugo Obi’s GDC Talk on “Creating African Talent for the Global Gaming Industry” Now Available for Free on GDC Vault
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) has long been a cornerstone for innovation and knowledge sharing within the gaming industry. Each year, it brings together some of the brightest minds to discuss the latest trends, technologies, and challenges in game development. Among the myriad enlightening sessions from GDC 2024 held in San Francisco, California from March […]