On July 12, 2024, the International Olympic Committee announced the Olympic Esports Games.

Saudi Arabia named as host

The Games are to be hosted in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The announcement establishes an IOC-backed esports event and names its host country, bringing a new Olympic-branded competition into focus for players and competitive organizers.

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