Neo Geo AES+ Retro Console Pre-Orders Open at $249, Game Cartridges at $90 Each
SNK has opened pre-orders for the Neo Geo AES+, a faithful 1:1 revival of the iconic 1990s arcade home console, on Amazon. The base system costs $249 and includes a controller but no games. Ten classic game cartridges are available separately at $90 each, significantly more expensive than modern PS5 titles. The console features silicon-level hardware recreation using re-engineered ASIC chips, not emulation, and is compatible with original 1990s cartridges. It offers both AV output for CRT TVs and HDMI for modern displays, plus DIP switches for region/language settings and overclocking. Three editions are available: the base $249 system, a $349 Anniversary Edition with a white console and exclusive Metal Slug cartridge, and a $1,000 Ultimate Edition including all ten games, two arcade sticks, a gamepad, and a display rack. All orders ship after the official release date of November 12, 2026. The article notes that while emulation is easy, physical cartridge ownership offers a unique experience and ensures permanent game ownership without reliance on digital licenses.
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