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Acclaim Sets Sept. 10 PlayAcclaim Showcase to Kick Off Its Return

The revived publisher will use the stream to preview its first wave of games.

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Overview

  • The PlayAcclaim broadcast is scheduled for September 10 at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET / 7:30pm BST on the company’s YouTube channel following an announcement on X.
  • A teaser trailer released today includes visual hints of what will be revealed, according to the accompanying press materials.
  • CEO Alex Josef, formerly of Graffiti Games, says the reboot aims to channel Acclaim’s energy into something new rather than chase nostalgia.
  • An advisory board featuring Russell Binder, Mark Caplan, and Jeff Jarrett has been formed to help guide strategy and partnerships.
  • Acclaim says its goals include resurrecting and revitalizing classic IP, though no specific titles have been confirmed yet.