Acclaim's 'NBA JAM’ “Goes Gold" For PlayStation2

Grand-daddy of Arcade-Style Basketball Returns on September 23 with Over-the-Top 3-on-3 Gameplay

GLEN COVE, NY, September 15, 2003 – The countdown to the return of one of the most beloved and successful video game brands has officially begun, as Acclaim Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ.SC: AKLM) today announced that its eagerly anticipated arcade basketball franchise, NBA JAM™, has “gone gold” and into manufacturing for the PlayStation^®2 computer entertainment system.  The game will be available for the PlayStation^®2 computer entertainment system on September 23^rd and the Xbox™ video game system from Microsoft on September 30th.  

Developed by Acclaim Studios Austin, NBA JAM™, the grand-daddy of all arcade-style basketball games, has sold more than 6 million units worldwide.  This fall, NBA JAM returns with its trademark over-the-top, arcade-style 3-on-3 gameplay, “On Fire,” “Big Head” mode and hot spots, as well as all-new rim-rocking moves specifically designed for the next-generation gaming systems.

“Already considered a video game legend, the release of NBA JAM™ on the next-gen systems is a much anticipated and welcomed addition to the Acclaim line-up,” said David Knies, Director of Brand for Acclaim Entertainment, Inc.  “On 9-30-03, consumers will be able to experience how we’ve updated the brand, while keeping in place the trademark characteristics that have made NBA JAM™ a hit among gamers of all ages.”

NBA JAM™ includes:

• All of the popular NBA JAM trademark features, including over-the-top 3-on-3 gameplay, “On-Fire” and “Big Head” modes, no fouls, Hotspots and surprising hidden characters;

• All 29 current NBA teams, players and arenas, plus many famous retired NBA arenas and outdoor playground courts;

• Compete against 50 of the NBA’s greatest players from the past 50 years in the all-new Legends Tournament.  Including Magic Johnson, Julius Irving, Larry Bird and many others.

• Journey through the NBA of the 1950’s – 1990’s with era-specific music, uniforms, hairstyles, commentary and moves;

• Over 700 new motion captured animations, including signature moves for current NBA All-Stars and Legends;

• Numerous game modes, including quick-play Exhibition, NBA JAM Tournament, NBA Legends Tournament and Mini Games;

• All-new Create-A-Player which allows players to build their very own court warrior;

• Purchase upgraded attributes and other surprises in the all-new JAM Store;

• Exclusive DVD bonus footage;

• Commentary by Tim Kitzrow, the original voice of NBA JAM.

NBA JAM™ will be available for the PlayStation^®2 computer entertainment system on September 23^rd and the Microsoft Xbox™ on September 30^th, each at suggested retail prices of $49.99.  For more information on NBA JAM™ please visit www.nbajam.com.

About Acclaim Entertainment

Based in Glen Cove, N.Y., Acclaim Entertainment, Inc., is a worldwide developer, publisher and mass marketer of software for use with interactive entertainment game consoles including those manufactured by Nintendo, Sony Computer Entertainment and Microsoft Corporation as well as personal computer hardware systems.  Acclaim owns and operates five studios located in the United States and the United Kingdom, and publishes and distributes its software through its subsidiaries in North America, the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, France and Spain.  The Company uses regional distributors worldwide.  Acclaim also distributes entertainment software for other publishers worldwide, publishes software gaming strategy guides and issues "special edition" comic magazines periodically. Acclaim's corporate headquarters are in Glen Cove, New York and Acclaim's common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ.SC under the symbol AKLM.  For more information please visit our website at www.acclaim.com.

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