FasterCapital is pleased to welcome EGamesArena Ltd, a United Kingdom-based startup, into its LaunchUp program. The company is raising $800,000 to scale its innovative digital gaming marketplace designed specifically for gamers in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region.

EGamesArena Ltd is addressing a major challenge faced by millions of gamers in the MENA market—limited access to international payment methods. The platform provides a comprehensive marketplace for in-game items, top-ups, account services, and tournaments, while enabling users to pay using local currencies through integrations with regional telecom and fintech partners such as TPAY, Ooredoo, and Vodafone.

Commenting on the partnership, Hesham Zreik, CEO of FasterCapital, stated:
"We are excited to support EGamesArena in its mission to democratize digital gaming access in MENA. Their approach to solving a real market pain point with a localized and scalable solution is exactly the kind of innovation we look for in the LaunchUp program."

He added: "The gaming industry is booming in MENA, yet many users remain underserved due to payment barriers. EGamesArena is bridging that gap with a strong business model and regional integration strategy."

Mourad Ben Younes, CEO of EGamesArena Ltd, shared his enthusiasm:
"Joining the LaunchUp program gives us a valuable edge as we accelerate development and scale across the MENA region. With FasterCapital’s support, we aim to unlock access for millions of gamers and empower local communities through inclusive digital commerce."

EGamesArena’s participation in the LaunchUp program positions it to attract strategic partnerships and funding as it aims to become the go-to marketplace for digital gaming services in the region.