New additions have been updated in the virtual world of the State of Qatar in the Metaverse with the return of “Qatar Adventure” on the Roblox platform, including new locations, mini-games, and the opportunity to design a dream home in Doha. From landing at Hamad International Airport on board a Qatar Airways plane, experiencing the world’s longest water slide at Marial Water Park, and driving a Formula 1™ car around the Losail International Circuit, Roblox users can now log in via www.roblox.com /games/6737970321 To explore the updated version of “Qatar Adventure”.
Qatar’s adventure in the virtual world is available for free through the famous “Lifetopia” game until February 28, 2025. This initiative comes in cooperation between the QLife platform, the cultural platform affiliated with the International Information Office of the State of Qatar, and Sentry Games.
Since its first launch on Qatar National Day last year, “Qatar Adventure” has attracted more than seven million visitors in just eight weeks, making it one of the fastest growing nationally branded virtual experiences on the Roblox platform.
The new version of “Qatar Adventure” offers an updated experience that includes new and diverse activities, including the use of the famous “Tycoon” game mechanism on the Roblox platform. Users will be able to design their own adventure in the State of Qatar and see the distinctive landmarks full of life before their eyes. New additions include Lusail International Circuit and Hamad International Airport, and with the next update on January 10, 2025, the Marial Water Park will be added.
Adventurous users can enjoy six mini-games: a Grand Prix race at the Losail Circuit, a penalty shootout game at Losail Stadium, a pearl diving game, a luggage rush simulator, and a secret council game. After the big update launching in January, two additional mini-games will be added: a water jetpack (obstacle race) and a score card for completing the water slide game.
In conjunction with the launch of “Qatar Adventure”, the “Q-Live” platform offers a new addition to the Roblox platform by launching the first permanent store for Middle Eastern digital goods, in partnership with Epicstudios.gg. This shopping experience simulates the famous Souq Waqif, where users can taste traditional Qatari food such as dates and Arabic coffee, and browse in-game items that include acquiring pearl epaulettes and desert rose wings, in addition to the possibility of trying on traditional clothing such as the thobe, bisht, and abaya.
Sheikh Thamer bin Hamad Al Thani, Head of the International Information Office, said: “Qatar Adventure is a virtual extension of our mission to introduce the world to the unique blend of culture woven into our fashion, arts, architecture, sports, and aviation sector. In the first experience of the game, 87% of participants in an in-game survey expressed their desire to visit the State of Qatar in real life after their virtual experience. We have seen the impact of these virtual experiences on the exchange of cultures, and we are happy to welcome millions of former and new game users to explore more of what the State of Qatar has to offer.”
Through diverse cultural activities, traditional elements, and famous landmarks, the “Q Life” platform used interactive technology to reimagine cultural exchange and contribute to building bridges of understanding between the State of Qatar and the world. “Qatar Adventure” also highlights the country’s position as a family-friendly destination, as it showcases many tourist activities available to everyone.
