Hero Esports to Stage Middle East's First Humanoid Robot Kickboxing Event in Riyadh

CyberHero debuts in Saudi Arabia as Hero Esports expands into robotic sports and launches the CyberHero Saudi–China Scholar Program for up to 30 students

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hero Esports, Asia's largest esports company, has unveiled CyberHero, a new global robotic sports initiative that will make its live debut in Riyadh on 9 September 2026 with the Middle East's first humanoid robot kickboxing event.

The initiative was first introduced by Danny Tang, Co-founder and CEO of Hero Esports, during the opening day of LEAP, where Tang joined the main-stage panel "Esports as the Next Mass-media Industry: Building the New Sports and Entertainment Sector."

Tang appeared alongside Rawan AlButairi, CEO of the Saudi Esports Federation, and Niccolo Maisto, CEO of ESL FACEIT Group, in a discussion moderated by Mo Islam, Founder and Host of The Mo Show Podcast.

The first CyberHero x Riyadh showcase will feature ten EngineAI T800 humanoid robots competing live in a purpose-built combat arena. Robots from other leading robotics brands are also expected to make an appearance at the show.

The Riyadh event will mark the first in a planned series of CyberHero events in major cities worldwide, combining robotic competition with live entertainment and immersive experiences.

"Hero Esports has always been about building moments that people want to experience together. CyberHero takes that philosophy beyond traditional esports and into a new category," said Danny Tang, Co-founder and CEO of Hero Esports.

"We're starting in Riyadh because this iconic city is a meeting point between East and West," Tang said. "That makes it a natural home for the first CyberHero event — a place where technology, talent and ideas from different parts of the world can converge."

Humanoid robots enter the ring

CyberHero x Riyadh will feature ten EngineAI T800 humanoid robots, developed by Shenzhen-based robotics company EngineAI.

At approximately 1.73 metres tall and 75–85 kg, the T800 is comparable in size to a full-grown adult man. With 29 articulated joints, it can walk, run, punch, kick, turn and recover after falls — capabilities that will be put to the test in live combat scenarios on September 9, showcasing motion control, balance, reaction speed and combat strategy.

EngineAI staged the opening event of its T800 robot fighting league in Shenzhen on July 16, 2026. For CyberHero x Riyadh, the robots will return with an upgraded combat package, giving a live audience its first look at a new series of T800 combat moves.

The approximately two-hour event will combine robotic competition with music, lighting and immersive live entertainment, including a live set from a rising international DJ.

CyberHero x Riyadh will take place on 9 September 2026, starting at 9:00 PM — 9/9 at 9 — at a venue in Riyadh to be announced soon. Doors will open at 8:30 PM.

Connecting Saudi Arabia and China through robotics

Alongside CyberHero, Hero Esports plans to establish the CyberHero Saudi–China Scholar Program, designed to foster deeper connections between young talent and the robotics ecosystems of the two countries.

In its first phase, the program will provide opportunities for up to 30 Saudi students to visit China, taking participants across three different Chinese cities to experience the country's rapidly developing robotics and Physical AI ecosystem firsthand.

The program is expected to include visits to robotics companies, technology institutions and other organizations working at the forefront of the sector, creating opportunities for learning, exchange and future collaboration.

"Through this program, we hope to create more opportunities for dialogue and learning between young students, industry and research institutions in Saudi Arabia and China," Tang said. "We hope the relationships formed through the program can become a starting point for people to create and build together."

About Hero Esports

Hero Esports is Asia's largest esports company, organising more than 7,000 esports competitions annually and reaching more than 800 million fans worldwide.

Backed by Savvy Games Group and Tencent, the company operates and produces major esports leagues and tournaments across titles including Honor of Kings, Peacekeeper Elite, League of Legends and VALORANT, and serves as a China partner of the Esports World Cup (EWC).

Hero Esports is now expanding its expertise in competition, live production and fan engagement into new forms of technology-driven sports and entertainment.

For more information, visit cyber.hero.com or follow @CyberHero.Global on Instagram, TikTok and X.

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Public Relations Manager

Hero Esports

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Hero Esports to Stage Middle East's First Humanoid Robot Kickboxing Event in Riyadh

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LightMake today has launched L4, a professional desktop 3D printer with four independent print heads powered by linear motors. It prints up to four models at once, blends four materials in a single print, and reaches travel speeds of 1,000 mm/s with a maximum print speed of 500 mm/s. The L4's optimized toolhead movements under vibration-damping mechanism also provide stability, resulting in a lower failure rate.

By replacing traditional belts with a vibration-damping linear motor system, the L4 delivers highly stable, low-failure printing.

Key Features

4 Independent Print Heads System
The L4's four print heads operate independently, allowing four copies of a model to be produced in the time a single-head printer takes to produce one. For multi-material work, the heads can combine up to four filaments in a single print.

Because each head carries its own material, the L4 provides zero filament waste during color changes, unlike a single-nozzle printer that must extrude materials to clear the previous color, reducing filament waste by over 79%. Toolhead changes take just one second, saving valuable time in the studios, as the latest market solutions need at least five seconds.

Industry-first Adoption of Linear Motors
In most 3D printers, stepper motors and rubber belts move the print head. The L4 uses electromagnetic force to drive each head directly along a track.

This allows the L4 to operate significantly faster at a travel speed of up to 1000mm/s, with a maximum print speed of 500mm/s.

The linear motors also deliver ±1μm motion precision to largely eliminate unwanted ghosting and ringing. With a stable 50,000-hours printing service life, it is also far more durable than traditional desktop printers.

Extra-Large Build Volume
With a 354 × 370 × 386 mm build chamber for single-colour jobs and 354 × 350 × 386 mm for full-colour output, the L4 is engineered for scale. To maximize throughput, users can also print four models in parallel, with each part measuring up to 177 × 195 × 386 mm.

Stability & Vibration-Damping
The L4's Vibration Cancellation Algorithm counteracts the forces generated at high speed by coordinating toolhead movement across the X and Y axes so that opposing motions cancel one another, thereby improving stability and print smoothness.

An integrated die-cast frame ensures high-speed precision, while four toolheads independently lift 5 mm to improve first-layer levelling success and reduces the risk of a failed print.

AI-Driven Smart Control
For print farm users, Smart Cluster Management and Smart AutoQueue tools can dispatch jobs to up to 1,000 machines, automatically allocating printers to meet a given deadline.

L4's integration with OpenClaw enables creators to build a one-person studio through WhatsApp. Users can manage print jobs across an entire print farm and fully leverage AI capabilities.

Pricing and Availability
Pre-orders for LightMake L4 are now available immediately on Kickstarter, starting at $1,299 for super early-bird discount. L1 is available at $1,099. Initial shipment date is expected to be in Q4 2026. Back the project during the early-bird stage and save up to $1,100 versus MSRP: claim your spot now while early pricing lasts, plus save on shipping in the first 48 hours of the launch.

About LightMake
LightMake Co., Ltd. is a technology company pioneering high-quality, streamlined desktop 3D printing solutions. The LightMake team brings together experienced professionals from 3D printing, consumer tech, and precision engineering backgrounds, along with founder Vic Wang who was formerly senior executive at Anker and Huawei. They operate with a global focus, empowering makers, studios, educational institutions and SMBs worldwide with professional-grade 3D printing technology. Guided by a design philosophy of efficiency, simplicity, and sustainability, LightMake develops streamlined applications that break down the barriers between inspiration and creation.

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LightMake Unveils L4: A Linear Motor-Powered, Independent Four-Head Desktop 3D Printer