Abu Dhabi Powers Up for Games of the Future 2025
The countdown is on - and Abu Dhabi is ready. The Games of the Future 2025 is set to ignite the global sports scene this December with a first-of-its-kind lineup of 11 phygital disciplines - a fusion of physical action and digital play that’s built for the next generation.
From 18–23 December at ADNEC, the world’s top phygital athletes will face off in a six-day showdown, battling for glory and a share of the $5 million prize pool.
11 Disciplines. One Stage.
The Games bring together a wild mix of sports, gaming, and tech — where reflexes meet stamina, and digital precision meets real-world grit.
Here’s what’s in store:
- Phygital Football – Video game meets live football match
- Phygital Basketball – Digital hoops before hitting the court
- Phygital Fighting – From console battles to the combat arena
- Phygital Dancing – Rhythm gaming synced with live moves
- Phygital Shooter – Esports shooter + laser tag action
- Battle Royale – Last club standing takes it all
- MOBA PC – Multiplayer Online Battle Arena on PC
- MOBA Mobile – Multiplayer Online Battle Arena on mobile
- Drone Racing – Pilots race drones through FPV obstacle courses
- VR Games – Virtual environments testing reflexes & awareness
- Battle of Robots – Remote-controlled machines in head-to-head duels
A New Class of Athlete
To win here takes more than talent. It takes a new kind of competitor - one that combines physical strength and digital mastery, thriving under pressure and delivering when it counts.
“This tournament is where elite clubs and future-facing experiences converge. Hosting the Games of the Future in Abu Dhabi reflects our commitment to elevating the global conversation around the future blend of sport and technology,” said Stephane Timpano, CEO of ASPIRE.
“With confirmation of these 11 disciplines and the prize pool, the stage is set for Abu Dhabi to be the center of phygital sports. This is a global stage for innovation, inclusion, and imagination,” added Nis Hatt, CEO of Phygital International.
Road to December
The journey to the Games has already begun. In July, Phygital Contenders: Abu Dhabi – Football turned ADNEC into a live showcase of phygital sport, where 21 global clubs fought for qualification in the football discipline. The energy, drama, and skills on display gave fans a first taste of what’s to come in December.
Now, the focus shifts back to ADNEC, which will be transformed into a futuristic arena built for scale, tech, and atmosphere - the perfect stage for the Games of the Future 2025.
Follow the countdown, meet the athletes, and join the phygital movement:
