One of the most popular arcade games of all time was NBA Jam from the 16-bit era, a game that is legendary to this day; players of the SNES and Genesis generation grew up playing this game, at least in North America, and many harbor a fond nostalgia for it. The game has since turned into a series- but for many, the original remains the best.

Those players may be happy to know that the game, which turns 25 this year, may be getting a revival this year (which would also be the first entry in its series since 2011). In an interview with ESPN, NBA Jam‘s legendary announced Tim Kitzrow hinted that a new title in the series may be inbound.

“I can’t speak anything to the specifics, but I can tell you there is movement in the works to get it done for the 25th year. So, I’m hoping that we get a remake that does justice to the original,” he said.

Interestingly enough, he also seemed to suggest that the new game will be coming courtesy of Microsoft- which would imply that it will be an Xbox (or Xbox/Windows 10) exclusive. The problem here is, the license is held by EA- so what is going on, exactly? Has Microsoft managed to secure a coup? Or did Kitzrow just get confused?

However it is brought back, I’m sure players will be happy to see the return of the beloved brand. Here’s hoping.

Check out the trailer from NBA JAM, which shows SSX characters being available in the game. The On Fire edition comes out in October on Xbox LIVE (1200 pts — Oct 5) and PlayStation Network ($14.99 — Oct 4).

You can visit the site here for more information on the game. Tell us what you think in the comments section below.

A new trailer is out for the On Fire Edition of NBA Jam.

It shows off some swish looking gameplay and the new kinds of moves you can pull off in the game. Check it out above.

Check out the NBA Jam video above, it shows people crowding up in front of an NBA Jam arcade and having “the time of their life.”

NBA Jam is out in stores for the Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii.

I personally love the original game as well as this new updated version in HD with its giant head mode and funny commentary.  The controls are easy and basic, so anyone can pick this up with out having any problems with controlling things granted you know how to use a controller.  There are no fouls so you can push and shove all you want and gravity really doesn’t apply in NBA Jam.  There is no such thing as a back-court violation so you are free to roam the court wherever and whenever you want.  You don’t even need to know how to play basketball to play NBA Jam as long as you can grasp the concept the ball goes through the hoop.  These are all reasons why I think this game is so much fun.  It brings you back to basics and focuses more on the comical aspect of the game.

The graphics won’t let you down either, at least when it comes to this style of game which is really an arcade game packaged in a retail box.  This HD updated version looks better than the Wii version and character modules and their faces are detailed enough to know who is who especially with Big Head Mode.  Tim Kitzrow does the commentary for the game and he also did the commentary in the original 1994 version of the game.  The music in the game is very well done because it has that old retro style of music from the older version while mixing a more modern musical score to it as well.

There are plenty of different modes in the game with some returning from the old game and some new ones as well.  There is the Classic Campaign Mode that returns where you play 2v2 against all the teams as they get harder and harder.  The AI is not much help in here either as they can be pretty dumb and can prove quite useless at times.  In the all new Remix Tour you will need to unlock new divisions by getting Remix Points from completing Bronze, Silver and Gold Challenges.  During the Remix Tour you will play different game variations within the Remix Tour Mode coming across boss battles that put you up against NBA legends.  There are five different game modes you can play in the Remix Tour which are Domination, Smash, Elimination, 21 and Remix 2v2.  All of these modes can be played at any time in the Remix Mode option in the main menu along with Boss Battles that you will have to unlock.  You can also unlock characters and courts by completing Jam Challenges as well as online challenges.

In Domination Mode you must make shots from certain positions on the court to dominate the other player(s).  Smash Mode will have you making powerful dunks and alley-oops to take down the other teams backboard which is a lot of fun.  Elimination Mode will have players scrambling for loose balls to grab and score with the lowest score at the end of each round being eliminated, making this kind of a last man standing type mode.  21 Mode is something everyone should already know how to play as it is simply score 21 points while you can deny or be denied lowering points.  Remix 2v2 is a standard game with power ups such as Power, Quickness, Rubber, Accuracy, Mini and Random that you can get.  You can play all these game modes online with 2-4 players.  Here is where it gets great as you can unlock and play as the following political characters; Obama, Palin, Dubya Bush, Dick Cheney, and Joe Biden and the return of Bill Clinton, who was in the first 1994 NBA Jam game along with Hilary.

NBA Jam is an awesome game that you will enjoy whether you played the original one or are new to the game.  It certainly please fans of the original though like myself and am happy to see this re-released with online capabilities.  Online is really where the fun is at too because the AI is not always with it, so this game is most enjoyable with a few friends online or local.  Unfortunately the price tag really does not suit the game itself as this really could have been an arcade title released on XBLA and PSN for much cheaper.  In fact I am actually surprised that this game was even released as a retail package, but if you can look past the price, NBA Jam is a load of fun.

This game was reviewed on the PlayStation 3.

NBA Jam has been released for the Xbox 360, PS3 and Wii, and with it, a launch video has also released. It seems incredibly wacky, fun and gimmicky, especially with all those big, overgrown, cartoony heads.

Stay tuned, we’ll have more on this game soon.

NBA Jam is releasing soon and we have got a new video for you. This video is rather funny as it shows many prominent American politicians like Dick Cheney, Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton as basketball players. Check it above.

NBA Jam releases this month, check back with us for a full review of the game.

EA have released a brand new trailer for NBA Jam. Check it out above.

And ye, like all games we will be reviewing this game as well. Stay tuned with GB for more news and updates.

Well, apparently, EA paid heed to all your demands, as an ESRB listing indicates that NBA Jam may be bound for the PS3 and the Xbox 360 as well.

An ESRB listing seems to provide conclusive proof that NBA Jam is going to be hitting the high definition consoles later this year.

As always, EA has declined to provide any official comment.

A snapshot of the original listing may be found below:

Interesting, though it appears that the Wii is now increasingly losing exclusives to the HD consoles. At least where EA is concerned.

UPDATE: The ESRB listing has been pulled from the site. Still no official word from EA. We’ll keep you posted.