Kids
The Game Factory unveils ‘Cartoon Network Racing’ on Nintendo DS and PS 2
MUMBAI: The Game Factory, international publisher of video and computer games based on children’s characters, has announced the release of ‘Cartoon Network Racing,’ its first arcade-style racing videogame for Nintendo DS and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system platforms starring characters from the original animated series The Powerpuff Girls, Cow and Chicken, Courage, the Cowardly Dog, I Am Weasel, Johnny Bravo and Dexter’s Laboratory.
Taking on the roles of the various characters, players compete in the first Annual Cartoon Network Racing Championship. Further adding to the entertainment value, both titles include several full-length episodes of Cartoon Network programs. Geared toward children seven and older and rated E for everyone, the game is available for a suggested retail price of $29.99 beginning 29 November for the Nintendo DS version and 1 December 2006 for the PlayStation 2 system, informs an official release.
Gamers race as their favourite Cartoon Network stars in an attempt to be the first to cross the finish line and gain the highest popularity score. Both platform versions include a variety of colourful show-themed Cartoon Network environments and locations such as Dexter’s Laboratory and Aron City, home of Johnny Bravo. The more successful players are at winning races, the more items such as new characters and fun bonus games they can unlock.
“The Game Factory’s ‘Cartoon Network Racing’ game is the perfect way to bring some of the best loved characters from Cartoon Network’s roster of original animation to our fans in an exciting new arcade format,” said US Consumer Products for Cartoon Network Enterprises – the global merchandising and licensing arm of Cartoon Network VP Christina Miller. “With all the innovative gaming features and unlockable full-length bonus episodes of these classic shows — it is sure to be very popular with our fans.”
Kids
Mukta Arts and Green Gold ink MOU to animate iconic film IPs
Kalicharan, Karz, Hero, Karma, Ram Lakhan to spawn animated shows plus features.
MUMBAI: When classic hindi movie meets animation, the result is a fresh reel of nostalgia with a cartoon twist. Mukta Arts Ltd. and Green Gold Animation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on animated shows and feature films drawn from Mukta Arts’ four-decade treasure trove of iconic IPs. The partnership taps Mukta’s SGM Animation Studio launched in 2025 as its dedicated animation and games arm and Green Gold’s proven track record in building scalable, homegrown franchises. Creative teams from both sides have already kicked off discussions, with the first project currently in development.
The slate will draw inspiration from landmark Mukta films including Kalicharan, Karz, Hero, Karma, Ram Lakhan, Khalnayak, Saudagar and Iqbal, plus character-led spin-offs from those universes. The aim is to reimagine these stories for today’s young, global audiences while preserving their emotional core.
Green Gold Animation (home of Chhota Bheem) founder and CEO Rajiv Chilaka said, “This partnership with SGM Studios allows us to apply our experience in building long-lasting animation IPs to a truly iconic film catalogue. Together, we aim to create animated worlds that are rooted in these legendary stories, yet designed to connect with today’s young, global audiences.”
Mukta Arts Ltd. filmmaker and founder Subhash Ghai added, “Mukta Arts has always believed in creating stories with lasting emotional value. Through animation, we are extending our IP into a new medium for the next generation.”
In an industry where timeless tales never go out of fashion, this collaboration promises to bring beloved characters back to life with a modern, animated glow proving that some stories are too good to stay in live-action. Stay tuned for the first animated frame to drop.
