AEW

AEW Fight Forever Successor Could Be Developed by Legendary Studio

AEW’s Jeff Jarrett has joined the advisory board of recently resurrected video game publisher Acclaim Entertainment, which went bankrupt nearly 21 years ago.

Published

2 weeks ago

March 4, 2025

Leonardo Cunha

Acclaim Entertainment, a prominent video game publisher from the 1990s that closed its doors in 2004, has announced its revival after nearly 21 years of dormancy. The publisher revealed its return on Tuesday through a press release.

Jeff Jarrett, AEW star and current Director of Business Development, joins the revitalized company’s advisory board. The former wrestler was previously featured as a playable character in Acclaim’s “WWF Attitude” game.

Jarrett is not the only AEW executive involved in this resurrection. Russell Binder and Mark Caplan are also listed as advisory board members. Caplan currently serves as AEW’s Head of Licensing and Merchandise while maintaining a role with Ridge Partners.

The presence of two AEW executives on Acclaim’s advisory board raises questions about potential involvement in future wrestling video games. The publisher previously developed several wrestling titles including “WWF Warzone,” “WWF Attitude,” “ECW Hardcore Revolution,” and “ECW Anarchy Rulz.”

According to the announcement, Acclaim aims to focus on “supporting indie developers and reigniting classic franchises.” The company previously published popular series including “All Star Baseball,” “Turok,” “NBA Jam,” and “NFL Quarterback Club.”

Alex Josef will lead the revived publisher as CEO. The press release describes Josef as a game industry veteran with over two decades of experience. He joins Acclaim after serving as CEO of Graffiti Games, founded in 2017.

The revived Acclaim’s advisory board now consists of Jarrett, Caplan and Binder, complementing Josef in the executive leadership position.

AEW

Tony Khan Issues Major Statement Amid AEW Dynamite Speculation Tonight

Tony Khan confirms all advertised wrestlers are now in Omaha for AEW Dynamite despite winter storm Nyla impacting the area with severe weather conditions.

Published

9 hours ago

March 19, 2025

Patricki Chites

AEW has confirmed Dynamite will proceed as scheduled on March 19 from Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Omaha despite severe weather warnings. Tony Khan addressed fan concerns following a winter storm alert issued for the area.

Winter storm Nyla has prompted weather warnings across 50 Nebraska counties, effective from 1 am to 2 pm local time on March 19. Travel disruptions are expected during this period, with reduced visibility from strong winds, blizzards and snow drifts.

Tony Khan provided an update on social media about the status of talent arrivals for the broadcast.

It’s Wednesday, 3/19, final day of winter, there’s a blizzard in Omaha today! We have 3 huge #AEWDynamite fights set for tonight, all advertised wrestlers are in Omaha now! We have more to announce for tonight when the rest of the team arrives safely! Don’t miss Dynamite TONIGHT!

It’s Wednesday, 3/19, final day of winter, there’s a blizzard in Omaha today!
We have 3 huge #AEWDynamite fights set for tonight, all advertised wrestlers are in Omaha now!
We have more to announce for tonight when the rest of the team arrives safely!
Don’t miss Dynamite TONIGHT! pic.twitter.com/HE7v6dI8tW— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) March 19, 2025

The scheduled lineup features Jon Moxley defending the AEW World Championship against Cope in a street fight. Mike Bailey, Orange Cassidy, Ricochet and Mark Davis will compete in a four-way match to determine Kenny Omega’s next challenger for the International Championship at Dynasty. Megan Bayne faces Kris Statlander in singles competition.

AEW

Mercedes Moné Makes Controversial Statement About Her Fans

AEW TBS Champion replies to fan post showing Billie Starkz’s childhood admiration with statement about enjoying making children cry ahead of their match on AEW Dynamite.

Published

22 hours ago

March 18, 2025

Leonardo Cunha

Mercedes Moné responded dismissively to a fan sharing photos of Billie Starkz meeting her as a child. The interaction occurred on March 18 on Twitter/X, ahead of their TBS Championship match.

The fan post highlighted Starkz’s long-time admiration for Moné, showcasing childhood photos of Starkz meeting her at an autograph signing. Rather than acknowledging the sentimental aspect, Mone delivered a blunt response.

I love making kids cry! Time to send her back to her minion mommy.

The upcoming TBS Championship match between Moné and Starkz is scheduled for March 19 at the AEW Dynamite and Collision tapings. This will mark a significant moment for Starkz, who will compete against a wrestler she once idolized.

Moné has maintained an aggressive persona since joining AEW. The champion will face Starkz in her latest title defense following this social media exchange.

I love making kids cry! Time to send her back to her minion mommy https://t.co/R6FIvfhcLf— Mercedes Moné Varnado (@MercedesVarnado) March 18, 2025

AEW

New AEW Signee Warns Kenny Omega, Says He’s Been ‘Chasing Him for 10 Years’

AEW newcomer Mike Bailey states he has been “chasing Kenny Omega for 10 years” during recent Takedown on SI interview while discussing the significance of potentially facing Omega at Dynasty.

Published

2 days ago

March 17, 2025

Patricki Chites

Mike Bailey revealed he has been following in Kenny Omega’s footsteps for a decade during a recent interview appearance. The high-flying performer discussed his journey toward potentially facing the AEW International Champion.

Bailey made his AEW debut on the March 12 episode of Dynamite, defeating The Beast Mortos to advance in the AEW International Championship Eliminator Tournament. If successful in the tournament, he would earn a title opportunity against Omega at AEW Dynasty.

During his conversation with Sid Pullar III for The Takedown on SI, Bailey explained the long connection he feels with Omega through their shared history in Japanese wrestling.

Eventually, I started wrestling for DDT, which is the same promotion in Japan that Kenny Omega came up with, trying to follow in his footsteps. And I mean, that’s been the journey, that’s been the goal for me, that’s where I been looking at. In 2015, I was in PWG with all the best wrestlers in the world and it took me another 10 years to finally make it and officially be “ALL ELITE”, officially be back “Where The Best Wrestle” with those very same people. But yeah, I mean I’ve been literally chasing Kenny Omega for 10 years.

Bailey also discussed their shared appreciation for video games, particularly Final Fantasy 7, which has influenced his finishing move.

Final Fantasy 7 is one of my favorite games, I play it so often, but Sephiroth who is the main bad guy and ‘The Ultimate Weapon’ is a sword that Cloud, the main character uses and the final cut scene after you beat the last boss. There’s just a little battle but it’s like a one-on-one little cutscene, you basically win automatically, but it’s basically the main character using ‘The Ultimate Weapon’ to deal the final blow to Sephiroth, ‘The One Winged Angel’ and that is the image that led me to naming my finish, ‘The Ultimate Weapon.’

Bailey expressed his desire to make this video game reference a reality in the wrestling ring by potentially defeating Omega, who uses “The One Winged Angel” as his finisher and nickname.

So I’m hoping to be able to finish that 10 year chase of Kenny Omega and make that (Final Fantasy 7) image a reality at Dynasty of all events and that’s what I’m looking forward to, I think that’s the rematch I been wanting for a long time and it doesn’t get any better than that.

Bailey’s AEW debut on March 12 marked his official entrance into the company after previously wrestling in promotions including Impact Wrestling and various independent organizations.