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The Neo Geo AES+ now isn't arriving until September 2027 and, shock horror, it's thanks to "component…
The Neo Geo AES+ remake by SNK and PLAION has been delayed until September 2027 due to global component shortages and rising prices. This pushes the release back by nearly a year from its original November 2026 date. The company cited production fortification and securing necessary components as reasons for the delay, assuring pre-order customers that their reservations and pricing remain secure.
New retro console smashes annual target after just 24 hours of pre-orders
The new Neo Geo AES+ retro console has exceeded its entire annual sales forecast within 24 hours of pre-orders opening, according to Embracer Group co-founder Lars Wingefors. The console, a modern recreation of the original Neo Geo, is priced at $180 and includes features like HDMI output and overclocking. SNK Corporation and Plaion are launching the console with ten classic Neo Geo games.
You Don't Need a Neo Geo AES+, These Games Are Already on PS5
Many classic Neo Geo games are readily available on PlayStation 5, offering a more affordable alternative to the new Neo Geo AES+ hardware. Titles like Metal Slug, Garou: Mark of the Wolves, and The King of Fighters 2002 can be purchased digitally, with prices ranging from $5.99 to $14.99, often going on sale.
The Neo Geo AES is back, but the retro console remake is effectively the real deal reborn with HDMI
PLAION, in partnership with SNK, is re-releasing the Neo Geo AES console as the Neo Geo AES+ on November 12 for $249.99. This new version utilizes re-engineered ASIC chips for HDMI output while retaining original AV and cartridge support, offering a more accessible way to experience SNK's arcade classics.
