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Global gaming giant Xsolla has established a regional hub in Baku, launching the Xsolla-IDDA Incubation Program in May 2025. This program provides mentorship and grants to local studios to help them reach international standards.

Major technical shifts in 2026 are making high-performance gaming more accessible within Azerbaijan: Old Baku Yeni GuncЙ™lЙ™mЙ™

In April 2026, Azerconnect Group and Nvidia signed a deal to bring GeForce NOW to the country, allowing players to run demanding games on standard hardware via the internet. Global gaming giant Xsolla has established a regional

A new training center, the Xsolla StarNest Academy, was developed in partnership with PAŞA Holding to train local developers for mobile, PC, and console gaming. A new training center, the Xsolla StarNest Academy,

In the broader context of the Azerbaijani gaming industry, significant updates are occurring through state-backed initiatives and international partnerships aimed at elevating local development. Azerbaijan's Emerging Gaming Ecosystem

Local developers now regularly showcase projects at major events like GameSummit , where the "Indie Game Award" highlights innovations in visual effects and gameplay.

The gaming landscape in Baku has transitioned from independent "indie spirit" to a formal State Strategy integrated into the 2022–2026 Socio-Economic Development Strategy.