Carry1st and NetEase’s Stellar Gate Games Team Up to Expand Gaming in MENA Region

Stellar Gate Games Partners with Carry1st to Drive Growth of Blood Strike MENA and Expand Payment Solutions Across the Region.

Stellar Gate Games, a joint venture between Sandsoft and NetEase Games, has announced a strategic partnership with Carry1st, Africa’s leading gaming publisher and payment solutions provider.

The collaboration aims to accelerate the growth of Blood Strike MENA, the regional adaptation of NetEase Games’ popular first-person shooter, Blood Strike, while bolstering the gaming ecosystem across the MENA region.

Carry1st, known for enabling access to globally renowned mobile titles such as VALORANT and Call of Duty: Mobile across Africa, brings its expertise to MENA through this partnership.

The company will leverage its proprietary Pay1st platform to enhance payment accessibility, allowing players to use local methods such as mobile money, digital wallets, and bank transfers.

Building on the 2024 formation of Stellar Gate Games, this partnership seeks to meet the demands of one of the world’s fastest-growing gaming markets. With over 380 million players in the MENA region, the collaboration is set to deliver greater accessibility and support for gamers in the area.

“Partnering with Stellar Gate Games is a key step in our mission to make gaming accessible to players everywhere,” said Lucy Hoffman, COO of Carry1st. “We are excited to bring our payment solutions to select countries in the MENA region, helping deliver localized content and create a seamless gaming experience for players across the region.”

Steve Z., CEO of Stellar Gate Games, added: “We are excited to join forces with Carry1st to expand Blood Strike’s reach in MENA. The company’s deep understanding of local markets and payment solutions will ensure a smooth experience for players in the region. Carry1st’s expertise in local payment methods and their innovation in unlocking access to games makes them an ideal partner. This collaboration will make it easier for players to engage with and enjoy our games.”