About us

Mirage Studios

Born from a shared love of storytelling, tabletop adventures, and the golden age of gaming, our creative studio was founded by a duo of Sega-loving friends who first crossed paths at a TTRPG studio in Abu Dhabi.

The Origin Story and Philosophy

Three men are gathered around a woodworking project in an indoor space, with various papers, printed images, and small art pieces on the table. One man is seated working on a laptop, while the other two are standing, observing and discussing the project.

What began as late-night campaign discussions and world-building deep dives soon transformed into a mission: to craft something truly unique, an innovative space that champions the immense creative talent the Middle East has to offer. Here, we bring to life original tabletop RPGs that break the mold, celebrating the richness of diverse cultures and the untold stories waiting to be explored.

Untold Stories from Unopened Books

Our two co-founders, Jawad and Zaahir, both seasoned Game Masters in their own right, have long been inspired by the representation of non-Eurocentric cultures in TTRPGs, a rarity in a genre often steeped in Western traditions.

Our passion lies in forging new paths, building worlds that reflect the beauty, majesty, and mystery of the Middle East while embracing the limitless potential of the imagination. We’re here to tell stories that matter, create games that inspire, and bring together a community of dreamers, creators, artists and adventurers ready to explore the uncharted.

The Team

Portrait of a young man with short brown hair and a beard, smiling and wearing a blue button-up shirt, against a light background.

Jawad Anbari

Co-Founder & Project Lead

A man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a blue collared shirt, smiling at the camera against a light background.

Zaahir Khan

Co-Founder & Lead Designer (World)

A man with glasses and a beard, wearing a collared shirt, smiling at the camera.

Fabio Peluso

Lead Designer (Mechanics)

Comic book artwork depicting an armored character with short, platinum blonde hair and a stern expression.

Ibrahim Swaid

Art Director

Quick Facts about the Team

    • Favourite Game:
      The Legacy of Kain Series

    • Favourite TTRPG:
      Dungeons & Dragons

    • Favourite Anime/Manga:
      Trigun

    • Favourite Film:
      The Sunset Limited

    • Favourite TV Series:
      Batman The Animated Series

    • Favourite Game:
      Flashback

    • Favourite TTRPG:
      Dungeons & Dragons

    • Favourite Anime/Manga:
      Fist of the North Star

    • Favourite Film:
      Memento

    • Favourite TV Series:
      24

    • Favourite Game:
      Dark Souls

    • Favourite TTRPG:
      Res Arcana

    • Favourite Anime/Manga:
      Treasure Planet

    • Favourite Film:
      Pulp Fiction

    • Favourite TV Series:
      Legend of Vox Machina

    • Favourite Game:
      Hollow Knight

    • Favourite Anime/Manga:
      Not a Weeb

    • Favourite Film:
      The Dark Knight Returns

    • Favourite TV Series:
      Mad Men

Our Talent

A Network of Visionary Artists

At the heart of our studio is a powerhouse of talent: artists, writers, and visionaries dedicated to crafting immersive experiences in fantasy, science fiction, and all things geek. Our artists bring proven pedigree to every project, having created work for industry giants like Capcom and Wizards of the Coast. Whether through breathtaking illustrations, intricate game mechanics, or deeply engaging narratives, our team is committed to pushing the boundaries of storytelling. Beyond game development, we also offer professional voice acting services, giving our projects and yours an extra layer of depth and authenticity.

  • A fantasy battle scene set inside an ancient, crumbling structure with columns and stairs. Several armed figures, some with staffs, face off against monstrous, animated creatures and spirits. Glowing magical effects and an eerie blue and purple lighting create a mystical atmosphere.

    Vadim Marchenkov

  • A fantasy battle scene with a giant sea monster, possibly a kraken or sea serpent, attacking two sorcerers in a dark, eerie setting. One sorcerer is wielding a glowing blue magical shield, and the other holds a sword, preparing to fight the creature.

    Denis Belinski

  • A desert scene with a flying pirate ship, a camel rider, and ancient ruins under a stormy sky with lightning.

    Brandon Fernandes

  • A fantastical scene with large flying ships resembling sailing ships with white sails levitating above a cityscape with medieval and fantasy architecture.

    Dmitry Dalnev

  • Comic book style artwork of superheroes with flames and lightning, some riding horses, with a dark smoky background.

    Ibrahem Swaid

Every illustration in our worlds is drawn by human hands: no algorithms, no shortcuts, just artists pouring craft and imagination into every line. From our studio in Abu Dhabi, we believe the soul of a tabletop adventure lives in authentic art, so we put the people behind it front and center. When you roll dice at our tables, you're stepping into worlds shaped by real creativity and countless hours of dedicated work. That's a difference you can feel on every page.

Art Created with Imagination and Human Hands

Six storyboard sketches displaying scenes of people performing parkour or free running activities in urban environments, involving jumping, climbing, and balancing.
Sketch of a dramatic scene with characters engaged in a confrontation, including a woman pointing and the presence of a dragon ghost in the background.
A rough sketch of a street scene featuring two characters engaged in combat, with bystanders and city buildings in the background.
A digital sketch of a battle scene on a city street with multiple fighting characters, including a woman in the center, an armored figure on the right, and various other figures engaged in combat.
A fantasy scene with a large serpent creature with glowing purple eyes in a city square. Several characters surround the serpent, including a man with a sword, a woman with long dark hair raising her arm, a man in dark robes riding the serpent, and others in the background. The setting features tall, ornate buildings and a busy marketplace ambiance.
Fantasy scene showing a woman wielding a glowing purple staff facing a large blue and black dragon, with several armed soldiers and city buildings in the background.
Art in action