The Rebirth of Acclaim: A New Era for the Legendary Brand
Alex Josef, the CEO of the newly revived Acclaim, has a deep affection for the publisher from his youth. 'I was definitely a fan of Acclaim,' he says. 'They did some great things, and some not-so-great things.' The New York-based publisher was a major player in the console market of the 1990s, releasing hits like Turok: Dinosaur Hunter, Mortal Kombat, and Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX. However, the co…
Nov. 10, 2025, 2:13 p.m.