Super Basketball Classics Featuring the World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters announced for consoles, PC

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Acclaim and Namco Gamo are releasing Super Basketball Classics, a retro arcade basketball game starring the Harlem Globetrotters. The game is timed to coincide with the team’s 100th anniversary and will be available on consoles and PC through Steam.

According to Acclaim CEO Alex Josef, the Harlem Globetrotters are known for both amazing basketball and fun entertainment. Their new game aims to capture that energy, paying tribute to classic arcade basketball games while also attracting a new generation of fans. The game, Super Basketball Classics, offers responsive controls, memorable characters, and easy-to-learn gameplay, bringing the excitement of the Harlem Globetrotters to gamers and sports enthusiasts everywhere.

Keith Dawkins, president of the Harlem Globetrotters and Herschend Entertainment Studios, shared, “We’re thrilled to be celebrating our 100th season and seeing how the Globetrotters continue to be a part of today’s culture. This partnership with Acclaim is a fantastic way to introduce a classic video game to a new generation of fans! Our goal is to give fans of all ages, all over the world, the chance to experience the fun of the Harlem Globetrotters however they want, and on any device. We’re excited about what’s to come!”

Here is an overview of the game, via Acclaim:

About

Super Basketball Classics, featuring the Harlem Globetrotters, brings a fresh take to basketball, blending fast-paced arcade gameplay with the excitement of a live show. You can play a full season, compete against friends, or experience the Globetrotters’ amazing performances – every game is designed to be entertaining and visually impressive.

The team behind Basketball Classics is back with a new game that captures the excitement of classic arcade basketball and blends it with the unique style of the Harlem Globetrotters. Super Basketball Classics offers a mix of realistic sports action and over-the-top arcade fun, making it perfect for fans of retro games, basketball, and anyone who wants a lighthearted sports experience.

Step up. Show off. And play ball the Harlem Globetrotters way.

Key Features

  • The Harlem Globetrotters Take the Court – Officially licensed and featuring the world-famous, Harlem Globetrotters, complete with signature moves, jaw-dropping trick shots, and unmistakable theatrical flair.
  • Retro Gameplay, Modern Upgrades – Inspired by classic arcade and console basketball titles, rebuilt with smoother controls, new animations, and modern competitive balancing.
  • Deep Modes of Play – Jump into quick Exhibition matches, take on a full Season Mode, or battle through Tournament play with branching brackets and high-stakes challenges.
  • Cooperative and Versus Action – Team up with a friend in couch co-op or go head-to-head for ultimate bragging rights.
  • Signature Trick Shot System – Pull off alley-oops, half-court bombs, outrageous dunks, and over-the-top moves straight out of a Globetrotters performance.
  • Retro-Future Nostalgia Aesthetic – Crisp pixel art, rotoscoped-style visual filters, and a soundtrack that blends classic arcade beats with modern flair.

Check out the announcement trailer and gameplay video below. You can find the first screenshots in the gallery.

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2026-03-09 20:31