New collaboration with MobiBox brings upgraded cloud gaming experiences to customers in Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman
Ooredoo Group has partnered with MobiBox to introduce Blacknut Cloud Gaming, along with other digital services, to its Go Play Market platform - expanding access to upgraded cloud gaming experiences across its footprint.

Cloud gaming is in high demand, and by integrating Blacknut into Go Play Market, Ooredoo’s entertainment marketplace, we are making next-generation gaming more accessible for our customers. Ooredoo is building a dynamic digital ecosystem that evolves with consumer needs while reinforcing our position as a leading digital services provider.
Rene Werner, Group Chief Strategy Officer, Ooredoo
Through this partnership, Ooredoo customers in Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman will be among the first in the region to enjoy Blacknut’s extensive catalog of over 500 premium cloud-based games, playable instantly on smartphones, smart TVs, and tablets with no additional hardware required - eliminating the need for expensive consoles or high-end PCs.
Ooredoo’s commitment to digital innovation paired with Mobibox’s user-centric philosophy makes them ideal partners to bring our platform to the region. This partnership reinforces the evidence of a growing demand for premium cloud gaming and demonstrates the power of telco-driven distribution in reaching new audiences for the benefit of users. Nabil Laredj, VP New Business & Licensing at Blacknut
By integrating Blacknut into Go Play Market - Ooredoo’s one-stop entertainment marketplace - the company is making high-quality gaming more accessible while ensuring hassle-free payment solutions. Customers can subscribe effortlessly without credit cards or bank accounts, upgrade their gaming experience with a few taps, and enjoy a growing digital ecosystem that also includes live TV, video-on-demand, music, and audiobooks.
Partnering with Ooredoo Group is a significant milestone for MobiBox, enabling us to simplify payments and expand access to Blacknut’s cloud gaming through seamless carrier billing. Beyond payments, our AI-driven, compliant marketing strategies ensure Blacknut reaches new audiences, driving engagement and making cloud gaming more accessible across the region. Hussein Taki, Managing Partner, MobiBox
Available in six countries, Ooredoo’s Go Play Market platform connects users to top-tier entertainment services, all in one place. With the addition of Blacknut Cloud Gaming, Ooredoo is further expanding its digital ecosystem to meet the evolving needs of consumers.
The agreement was officially signed at MWC 2025 in Barcelona and represents a significant leap forward in the adoption of cloud gaming in MENA, paving the way for further expansion into additional Ooredoo markets.