A Heartfelt Thank You to the Pioneers
In the heartlands of creativity, where imagination runs wild and dreams take flight, there lies an ever-growing oasis of gaming marvels. At Maliyo Games, we embarked on a quest to explore Africa’s flourishing gaming ecosystem, seeking to shed light on its untold stories and unlock its limitless potential. Today, we stand humbled and grateful as […]
Preparing the Next Generation of African Game Artists
We are thrilled to announce the start of our highly anticipated Game Art Programme, which attracted an overwhelming response from aspiring artists. We received an impressive 376 applications and 51 outstanding art submissions. It goes without saying that the selection process proved to be a challenging task. After careful consideration, we proudly welcomed 27 participants […]
How Paper Prototyping Can Help You Create Better Games
Paper prototyping is an essential part of the game development process that helps identify and solve problems early on. In this article, we will explore the importance of paper prototyping and provide you with a comprehensive guide to creating a paper prototype. The article is inspired by the Q&A session that we had with a […]
Maliyo Games’ Game Art Training Programme: Bringing African-inspired Worlds to Life!
Are you a visual artist with a dream of bringing your creative ideas to life? Have you ever wondered about the creative process behind games and animations? If your answer is yes, then we are excited to announce our upcoming Game Art Programme; kicking off in May 2023. At Maliyo Games, we have a vision […]
Google Partners with Maliyo Games to train next generation of Game Developers in Ghana, Kenya & Nigeria
Google, in partnership with Maliyo games, is proud to announce #GameUpAfrica. A 16-week intense game development Bootcamp. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is open to young people living in Nigeria, Ghana, or Kenya. The program takes individuals with a background in computer science and turns them into fully-fledged game developers. While on the course, students will learn […]
Reviving Passion: Overcoming Burnout in Gaming
Sophie had always been a gamer at heart. As a child, she spent countless hours immersed in the worlds of her favourite video games. As she grew older, her passion for gaming only intensified, and eventually, she decided to pursue a career in the industry as a narrative designer. For years, Sophie loved her job. […]
Breaking Barriers: How African Women in Gaming Can Follow in Ada’s Footsteps
Did you know that the world’s first computer programmer was a woman? As we commemorate women and their role in society, let’s take a moment to celebrate icons of history and draw inspiration from the legacy of Ada Lovelace, a brilliant mathematician. Rare for her time, she broke barriers and laid the foundation for what […]
Become a Game Artist! Join Maliyo Games’ Art Training Programme
Are you a visual artist who dreams of bringing your creative ideas to life? Have you ever wondered about the creative process behind mobile games? If your answer is yes, we are excited to announce our upcoming Game Art Training Programme; kicking off on the 31st of May 2023. At Maliyo Games, we have the […]
2022 GameUp Africa Jam: Celebrating African Sounds and Creativity
Creating a mobile game from scratch within just seven days may seem like an impossible feat, but that’s exactly what a group of talented individuals did during the 2022 GameUp Africa Jam. Held from October 4th to 11th, the game jam brought together 170 participants, eager to show off their game development skills. Of these, […]
Announcement: Maliyo Games to Speak at Nordic Game Conference 2023!
As the global gaming industry continues to expand, an exciting development is the rise of Africa’s gaming scenes. Among the influential voices shaping this emerging landscape is Hugo Obi, the Founder, and CEO of Maliyo Games. With the commitment to showcasing African culture and creating unique gaming experiences, Maliyo Games has become a leading force […]