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1001 Threads of Mizan takes players on a flying carpet ride
MBC Game Studio's upcoming title, 1001 Threads of Mizan, offers a unique Arabian fantasy setting inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. The action game features three heroes battling an ancient jinn king, with a distinctive flying carpet mechanic used for both traversal and combat. While playable solo, the game is best experienced cooperatively and is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Saudi media conglomerate MBC expands into video game industry with new studio
Middle Eastern entertainment company MBC Group has launched MBC Game Studio, a new subsidiary focused on video game development. The studio's first project is "1001 Threads of Mizan," an action-adventure game set in the world of One Thousand and One Nights. MBC Game Studio aims to build a successful game franchise and elevate the local industry, while also confirming a policy against using generative AI technology.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026: Every Major Announcement, Reveal and Trailer | Invision Game Community
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered and its new expansion, Songs of the Past, being major surprises. Other highlights included new looks at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Path of Exile 2, and Gears of War: E-Day, alongside reveals for new titles like Nodus Fall and Afterworld. The event also confirmed release dates for several games targeting 2026 and 2027, indicating a strong lineup for the coming years.
1001 Threads of Mizan announced for Nintendo Switch 2
MBC Game Studio announced 1001 Threads of Mizan, a co-op action-adventure game set in an Arabian fantasy world, during Gamescom Opening Night Live. The game is confirmed for a Nintendo Switch 2 release, though a specific launch date has not yet been revealed.
1001 Threads Of Mizan Could Be The Arabian Nights Game You’ve Been Waiting For
1001 Threads of Mizan is a new action-adventure fantasy title from MBC Game Studio, inspired by the folklore of One Thousand and One Nights. Players will choose one of three heroes to battle Jinn and their bosses, utilizing a unique magic carpet mechanic for both ground and air combat. The game is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with Scott Lussier and Lars Bonde serving as director and creative director respectively.
1001: Threads of Mizan's carpet riding shines as it tries to add multiplayer to a triple-A action game
MBC Game Studio's debut title, 1001: Threads of Mizan, is a third-person action RPG designed for three-player co-op, drawing inspiration from Arabic folklore. While the ground combat and progression systems appear generic, the game's unique carpet-riding mechanic for traversal and boss fights offers a distinct element. The developers aim for a drop-in, drop-out co-op experience, though solo play is also supported.
