GameMode Report Q1 2024: Saudi Telecom Providers Boost Online Gaming Performance

The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has released the "GameMode" report for Q1 2024, comparing the performance quality of Saudi Arabia's telecom service providers for popular online games. The report reveals a 40% improvement in online game performance compared to Q1 2023.

The report indicates a significant increase in download speeds for online games across popular gaming platforms in Saudi Arabia. Download speeds on STEAM have reached 100%. Mobily and Salam companies lead on PlayStation with 100% performance, while Mobily tops the list for XBOX, also at 100%.

STC and Mobily show the highest average response times in six games: Apex Legends, Rainbow Six Siege, PUBG MOBILE, League of Legends, Battlefield, and Halo Infinite. Additionally, STC, Mobily, and Salam lead in five games: Rocket League, Call of Duty, EA Sports FC, Valorant, and Fortnite. STC is the top performer in three games: Counter Strike, Dota2, and PUBG.

The report includes guidelines for improving Internet connection quality for online games. It also provides advice on home network setup and network device efficiency. Furthermore, it outlines steps to participate in the "GameMode" initiative by registering for a "Meqyas Fixed Internet" device. This device allows users to monitor Internet performance for popular apps and online games.

The "GameMode" initiative aims to increase competitiveness among telecom service providers by offering the best experience for players. It also raises market transparency by publishing data and indicator results. This enables investors and interested parties to view market performance indicators in Saudi Arabia.

Periodic Updates

The report keeps up with the latest games and includes performance indicators in its quarterly editions. This ongoing publication ensures that stakeholders remain informed about the latest developments in gaming performance metrics.

Overall, the "GameMode" report highlights significant improvements and provides valuable insights into the performance of telecom service providers in Saudi Arabia's gaming sector.

With inputs from SPA