In a bold fusion of professional sports and mobile gaming, PlaySphere Studios– the makers of the popular hit mobile game Runner Runner- have partnered with NBA superstar Dwight Howard to launch one of the largest cash giveaways ever seen in the mobile gaming world — a $20,000 prize for the top player of Runner Runner, a fast-rising global mobile game.
Starting August 1, the month-long challenge will pit players from around the world against each other in a high-stakes, skill-based challenge. The top player on the monthly leaderboard by August 31 will take home the massive cash prize.
Howard, known for his larger-than-life presence on the court and a growing global fanbase, appears in the campaign’s official video, urging gamers everywhere to step up.
“Let’s see who’s really got what it takes,” Howard says in the video. “This isn’t just a game — it’s $20,000! You in?”
At the center of the campaign is Runner Runner, a dynamic, action-packed mobile game that has quickly gained momentum since its launch. Set across seven vivid environments with more onboarding soon, the game challenges players to sprint through endless obstacle courses, collect coins, and use power-ups like shields, blasters, and invisibility potions to survive. With multiplayer showdowns, daily events, and real-world prize giveaways already baked into its DNA, Runner Runner has found a sweet spot between arcade nostalgia and modern reward-based gaming.
According to the company, the game has been downloaded in 176 countries and is expected to hit 2 million users within the next 8 to 12 months. Players can trade in-game coins for real gift cards, compete in daily challenges, and unlock special in-game items during live events — but this marks the first time the top spot will come with a $20,000 payday.
PlaySphere Studios CEO Michael Prozer believes this event will reshape how players and developers think about mobile engagement.
“We’re creating more than a game — we’re building a global competition,” Prozer said. “By teaming with someone like Dwight Howard, we’re showing players that skill and consistency can literally pay off. This is just the beginning.”
With millions of dollars projected in annual ad revenue and a player base growing by the day, PlaySphere is positioning Runner Runner as a disruptive force in mobile gaming. And with the endorsement of a global sports figure like Howard, that disruption could quickly become domination.
The countdown has begun. Players have until August 31 to race to the top — and if Dwight Howard has anything to say about it, the competition will be fierce.
Runner Runner is available now on iOS and Android. Click here to download Runner Runner now, or visit www.playspherestudios.com for more information.
