Developed by Wild Unlimited in collaboration with DMCC Gaming Centre, the virtual island features iconic Dubai landmarks, team-based challenges and opportunities for players to explore the emirate in an immersive digital environment
Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033 has officially launched worldwide, offering players an interactive gaming experience inspired by the emirate’s iconic landmarks, culture and growing gaming ecosystem.
Announced by DMCC Gaming Centre and Dubai-based gaming company Wild Unlimited, the independently developed Fortnite island allows players to explore a virtual recreation of Dubai, discover popular destinations and participate in team-based challenges.
Available to Fortnite players globally, the experience combines open-world exploration with interactive environments and gameplay objectives designed to showcase Dubai’s identity to an international gaming audience.
Players can access the island by entering the official code 6992-0098-1173 in Fortnite’s search or island discovery interface.
Dubai landmarks brought to life through gaming
The initial release features virtual representations of several prominent Dubai destinations, including Al Fahidi Fort, Almas Tower, Uptown Dubai, Skydive Dubai, Deep Dive Dubai, Kite Beach, SALT, Dubai Harbour and XDubai.
American University in Dubai (AUD) is also represented through a virtual campus developed by students who participated in an Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) masterclass earlier this year.
Their involvement highlights the initiative’s emphasis on developing local gaming talent and providing aspiring creators with practical experience in building interactive digital environments.
Designed as an evolving virtual destination, Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033 will continue to expand beyond its initial launch. Wild Unlimited plans to introduce additional locations, gameplay features and opportunities for content creators and commercial partners.
Strengthening Dubai’s gaming ecosystem
The launch aligns with the objectives of the Dubai Program for Gaming 2033, which aims to nurture local talent, expand the gaming industry and strengthen the sector’s contribution to Dubai’s digital economy.
DMCC Gaming Centre, which supports an ecosystem of more than 170 gaming companies, plays a role in advancing these ambitions by connecting developers, entrepreneurs and gaming businesses with industry expertise, training and commercial opportunities.
The project also demonstrates how gaming platforms can provide new opportunities for digital engagement, allowing international audiences to experience Dubai’s destinations through interactive entertainment.
A broad network of strategic partners is supporting the initiative, spanning gaming, education, tourism, entertainment, technology and digital content creation.
Partners include DMCC Gaming Centre, Dubai Culture, American University in Dubai, Shamal, Skydive Dubai, Deep Dive Dubai, XDubai, Dubai Harbour, Kite Beach, SALT, Blinx, Chillblast, Oakley, True Gamers, Esports Business Network, The Gaming Company, Augmento, UAE Streamers powered by Twitch, 1OF, Stackd Media, Noeta Academy and ICN Red.
Through these collaborations, the initiative aims to establish Dubai Developed in Fortnite 2033 as a continuously evolving digital platform that connects global gaming communities with the emirate.
The worldwide launch represents another step in Dubai’s efforts to combine gaming innovation, digital creativity and immersive experiences while creating opportunities for the region’s next generation of developers and content creators.
Source: Tahawul Tech