United Arab Emirates announced as hosts for Games of the Future 2025

UAE declared victorious at the first World Phygital Summit in Turkey

Games will take place in autumn/fall 2025

Phygital players and teams can start planning their trips now – the next Games of the Future will take place in the United Arab Emirates in late 2025.

Following a hugely competitive bidding process, the UAE was named as the official host and destination of GOTF 2025, The announcement was made at the inaugural World Phygital Summit in Istanbul, Türkiye. The Gulf state was one of nine countries who submitted bids to Phygital International, the governing body that chooses the host city and oversees the running and management of Games of the Future.

However, in a unanimous decision, Phygital International’s panel of co-ordinators said the UAE had proven itself the natural choice, by clearly showcasing its credibility as a global hub with first-rate infrastructure. They also highlighted the UAE’s extensive experience in organizing and delivering world-beating international events, as well as the strong support and commitment shown by the nation’s government throughout all stages of the bidding process.

Final dates and venues for the Games of the Future 2025 will be announced shortly.

The United Arab Emirates is a global destination with a diverse population of people from 200+ nationalities. Famed for its luxury resorts, iconic landmarks and vibrant traditions, it welcomes over 20m tourists annually.

The UAE also hosts over 400 international events every year including the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the recent COP28, and GITEX – one of the world’s largest technology expos.