Khosouf Studio Raises $600K in Seed Funding

Following the release of BOX to the BEAT VR, the studio is developing two new original games and preparing to move its operations from the UAE to Saudi Arabia.

Round size
$600K
Stage
Seed
Headquarters
United Arab Emirates
Announced
Jan 14, 2026

A rhythm game and a new production slate

BOX to the BEAT VR puts players into a rhythm-boxing game and reached an international release in 2024. The January funding announcement identifies The Panic Pit and Glitch Core as the next games in production; the latter is a cooperative first-person-shooter roguelite.

Building a base for the next releases

The seed investment comes through Merak’s gaming fund and supports the studio’s growth and relocation. In addition to its original titles, the business develops interactive VR experiences, simulations and educational work for clients.

Where the funding goes

  • Studio growth and relocation to Saudi Arabia

Sources

  1. Khosouf Studio: funding announcement
  2. Khosouf: official games and commissioned VR portfolio
  3. Khosouf: BOX to the BEAT VR release and gameplay
  4. Sharikat Mubasher: January 14 contemporaneous announcement
  5. Inc. Arabia: original interview with studio founder
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