A faithful reproduction of the original clicky joystick that defined the 90s arcade era.
The final act of the Neo Geo X was not played out in the market, but in the courtroom. In October 2013, barely a year after the console's launch, SNK Playmore abruptly terminated its licensing agreement with Tommo. In a blunt statement, SNK ordered Tommo to cease "all manufacturing, distribution, marketing & promotion and selling" of the Neo Geo X, claiming they needed to "protect our intellectual property rights". Game Informer reported that SNK demanded an immediate halt to production and sales. neogeo x
For decades, SNK’s Neo Geo—the "AES" home console and "MVS" arcade hardware—held a mythical status among gamers. Known in the early 90s as the "24-bit" powerhouse that brought true arcade-perfect experiences home, its prohibitive cost ($649 for the console, $300+ per game) meant it was a dream system for most. A faithful reproduction of the original clicky joystick
The Neo Geo X was a prototype of the "retro mini console" craze that would explode with the NES Classic in 2016. SNK was simply five years too early and one processor too slow. In a blunt statement, SNK ordered Tommo to
is a specialized handheld and home console hybrid released in December 2012 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the original Neo Geo AES . Developed by and licensed by SNK Playmore
It wasn't the perfect Neo Geo console, but it was a bold attempt to keep the 16-bit arcade spirit alive.
Despite its flaws, the Neo Geo X holds a unique place in gaming history.