Saudi-based Steer Studios has announced its first major collaboration with Warner Bros. Entertainment to develop a new mobile game based on the iconic Tom and Jerry franchise. The partnership marks a milestone in Saudi Arabia’s ambition to build a global games and esports hub under Vision 2030.
The upcoming mobile title will bring Tom and Jerry to a new generation of fans through hybrid casual puzzle gameplay, featuring a unique multi-stage mechanic. Not much else is known about the game yet, with more details coming soon.
“This new game is more than a celebration of an iconic cat-and-mouse duo, it’s our take on hybrid casual puzzle gameplay,” said Steer Studios’ CEO Yannick Theler in a LinkedIn post. “We’re excited to share the next big step in Steer Studios’ journey… The chase begins soon, stay tuned!”
About Steer Studios and Savvy Games Group
Founded in Riyadh, Steer Studios has positioned itself as a homegrown international studio, combining Saudi and global talent to deliver world-class games for global audiences.
It operates under Savvy Games Group (Savvy), a company wholly owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). Savvy is central to the Kingdom’s efforts to transform its entertainment landscape, with a mandate to invest in and develop the global games and esports sector. The group oversees a wide portfolio, from game publishing and development to esports infrastructure, aiming to establish Saudi Arabia as a global leader in the industry.
The collaboration with Warner Bros. highlights the accelerating momentum of Saudi Arabia’s gaming ambitions. As part of Vision 2030, the Kingdom has invested heavily in building an ecosystem for game development and esports, seeking to attract international partnerships while cultivating local expertise. Saudi Arabia has also been host to the Esports World Cup and will host the first ever nations cup version.
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