Gaming
Zapak Games & Warner Bros Discovery unveil Ben 10: Alien Run
Mumbai: Mobile gaming company Zapak Games, in collaboration with Warner Bros Discovery, has launched Ben 10: Alien Run, a mobile game aimed at young gamers. Based on the popular Ben 10 franchise, the game is available for download on iOS and Android platforms.
In Ben 10: Alien Run, players control Ben Tennyson, unlocking alien forms and battling enemies. The game combines endless runner mechanics with engaging combat that highlights each alien’s unique powers.
Key features:
1 Play as iconic aliens: Unlock and play as Ben’s alien forms, each with distinct abilities.
2 Thrilling levels: Navigate diverse environments inspired by the Ben 10 universe with fast-paced action.
3 Daily challenges and rewards: Complete daily quests to earn rewards and enhance gameplay.
4 Engaging power-ups: Use power-ups inspired by the Omnitrix for temporary boosts like speed and invincibility.
5 Safe and kid-friendly environment: Designed for young players, the game includes age-appropriate content and easy controls to encourage positive gameplay habits.
“We are incredibly excited to launch the new Ben 10: Alien Run, bringing the iconic adventures of Ben and his alien allies to life for kids. With Ben 10: Alien Run, we’ve worked closely with Warner Bros. Discovery to create an experience that captures the show’s essence while offering engaging and fun gameplay,” said Reliance Entertainment Digital CEO Amit Khanduja. “This collaboration marks a new chapter for our company as we continue to push the boundaries of mobile gaming with beloved franchises like Ben 10.”
“We are excited to celebrate the legacy of Ben 10 with this new game developed in collaboration with ZAPAK. As part of the Ben 10-10-10 tradition, Ben 10: Alien Run offers fans in India another chance to dive into action-packed adventures. Featuring iconic aliens like Four Arms, Heatblast, and Cannonbolt, this game truly captures the essence of the Ben 10 universe. Fans can enjoy this interactive experience and catch the series exclusively on Cartoon Network,” said Warner Bros Discovery head of kids cluster Uttam Pal Singh.
To celebrate the launch of Ben 10: Alien Run, fans can participate in a contest on Cartoon Network’s digital and social media platforms over three days. The contest will include trivia questions for a chance to win prizes. Fans can also enjoy themed content like a Ben 10 Bingo card, interactive polls, and challenges such as “Which Alien Are You?” on Cartoon Network’s Instagram and Facebook pages.
Gaming
IICT signs three MoUs to boost AVGC-XR and esports
Partnerships with Zenfluencers, Yologram and Eruditio at Chennai Gaming Show 2026 strengthen education, XR innovation and nationwide talent outreach.
MUMBAI: IICT has just levelled up the game in a big way. The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies signed three strategic Memorandums of Understanding on 17 April 2026 at the CII Summit FX – India Gaming Show in Chennai, forging alliances with The Zenfluencers, Yologram Style Pvt. Ltd. and Eruditio Consultants to accelerate India’s AVGC-XR ecosystem.
The tie-ups combine IICT’s strengths in education, skilling and research with specialist expertise across esports, immersive technologies and large-scale outreach.
- With The Zenfluencers, IICT will roll out globally benchmarked esports programmes, including joint certification courses, industry workshops, tournaments and masterclasses, creating clear career pathways across the full esports value chain.
- The partnership with Yologram Style Pvt. Ltd. focuses on gaming, immersive storytelling and extended reality (XR), delivering industry-aligned curriculum, faculty mentorship, student showcases and collaborative research in immersive AI and virtual production.
- Collaboration with Eruditio Consultants targets awareness, accessibility and career alignment, with nationwide counsellor training, institutional engagement and structured guidance frameworks to reach students beyond Tier-1 cities.
IICT CEO Vishwas Deoskar said, “As the AVGC-XR sector evolves at a rapid pace, strong collaborations between industry and academia are essential. These partnerships will create meaningful impact across education, innovation and outreach.”
Yologram Style Pvt. Ltd. founder Aditya Mani added, “AI-driven creator worlds are transforming games into engines of culture, commerce and careers. Together we aim to empower a generation to build immersive futures.”
Eruditio Consultants founder Indrajit Ghosh noted, “This is not just about awareness, it is about building a structured ecosystem that connects aspiration with opportunity.”
The Zenfluencers CEO Atharva Gupta said, “This MoU is a big unlock moment for the esports ecosystem in India. We’re building a structured pipeline for talent across the full stack.”
By bringing together academia, industry leaders and ecosystem players, IICT is creating scalable models that blend cutting-edge skills with real-world relevance. In a sector racing toward the future, these three partnerships ensure India’s next generation of creative technologists won’t just keep up, they’ll set the pace.
