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WIRED
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- WIRED
The Tiny Super Pocket Neo Geo Edition Is Affordable Retro Fun
Once upon a time, if you wanted to play Neo Geo games, it took serious financial investment. The original Neo Geo AES (Advanced Entertainment System) home console launched at $650 in 1991, equivalent to about $1,535 in 2025. Games would sell for around $200, around $472 today. The hook, for an emerging underground of gamers, was that the AES was identical at a hardware level to manufacturer SNK's MVS (Multi Video System) coin-op cabinets, meaning games played at home were indistinguishable from those played in arcades. If you wanted that authentic experience, you quite literally paid the price. How times have changed. Now you can get some of the greatest Neo Geo games of all time for pocket money. The Super Pocket Neo Geo Edition packs in 14 titles, built into an ultra-portable handheld console, for less than the price of one contemporary 'triple A' game. It's a delight for nostalgic players or those who want to experience some true gaming classics, but there are several compromises to swallow before you can enjoy it. Pocketable Fun Photograph: Matt Kamen The Neo Geo Edition is the latest entry in an ongoing line of Super Pocket handhelds, each focused on a classic developer or publisher's titles, made by retro gaming specialist Blaze Entertainment. If that name rings a bell, that's because it's the same manufacturer behind the Evercade hardware system, which includes handhelds, home consoles, and mini arcade cabinets, all of which are linked by universal support for physical Evercade game cartridges. Although released under Blaze's "Hyper Mega Tech!" brand, the Super Pocket is also compatible with those carts, so at a glance it might appear to be yet another hardware variation, swapping the horizontal orientation of the Evercade EXP for a vertical, unabashedly Game Boy-inspired layout for maximum retro clout. However, the Super Pocket is quite different to use. It's even smaller than the Evercade handhelds, measuring 125 mm tall, 78 mm wide, and 25 mm thick—your phone is probably larger overall. That diminutive stature, combined with its vertical orientation, means it can feel too small in larger hands. It's surprisingly well-appointed with inputs, though, with a nicely responsive D-pad with clearly defined directions that ensure it feels fantastic under the thumb, four face buttons (A, B, X, Y), and L1/L2/R1/R2 "shoulder" buttons relocated to the rear. Those don't come into play for the included Neo Geo games, but they ensure compatibility with games on other Evercade carts that might require them—although once again, the small size of the unit makes these relocated shoulder buttons a bit tricky to place your fingers on in a usable way.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves x Street Fighter - Official Ken Masters Gameplay Reveal Trailer
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves x Street Fighter - Official Ken Masters Gameplay Reveal Trailer
Stuff.tv
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Stuff.tv
The Neo Geo Super Pocket gives me a console I could never afford
When your wallet starts shrieking and you suffer heart palpitations on seeing the price of a new console, spare a thought for those of us who've been there since the start. Back in 1983, the venerable Commodore 64 – which still lays claim to being the best-selling computer of all time – launched in the UK for £399. Similar to the Switch 2, then? Except no, because inflation. That £399 in 1983 is more like £1400 today. And the C64 didn't even have its own display. But for fans of gaming, the Neo Geo was even worse. If you're unfamiliar with SNK's machine, it began as a scheme to make arcade cabinets less financially ruinous. The Neo Geo MVS (Multi Video System) let cabinet owners in arcades and shops swap out games via carts. This saved them cash and space while keeping games fresh. A kind-of win-win-win. And having borrowed the concept from home consoles, SNK figured it could remake the MVS for the home. But rather than strip things back, the Neo Geo AES (Advanced Entertainment System) had the same innards as its arcade sibling. This meant the Neo Geo AES, back in 1991, achieved something no rival platform could, no matter how hard you squinted at your Amiga, PC Engine or Mega Drive: arcade-perfect games at home. The tiny snag: it was insanely expensive. Leafing through old copies of CVG magazine reveals each game originally cost £120 – £300 in today's money. Online consensus suggests many cost more. And even though the machine itself managed to sneak in at a penny under 400 quid, just like the much older C64, you could still buy two Mega Drives for the same outlay. Pocket change Play The result was a generation of gamers glumly staring at magazine screenshots, knowing they would never own a Neo Geo. And that was a shame, because the system was stunning. Early 1990s gaming hadn't yet been swallowed whole by 3D, and the 2D artistry on show in many Neo Geo titles remains deeply impressive. From the finely detailed backgrounds and characters in Metal Slug X to the sci-fi trappings of blasters like Blazing Star, the Neo Geo was a showcase of dazzling visuals, fortunately backed up by stellar (if often punishing) gameplay. Which is why it's great those two titles – along with a dozen others – are bundled with the new Neo Geo Super Pocket, a dinky handheld that finally makes the childhood dream of owning a Neo Geo come true. Sort of. What you do get is a gadget that looks like the offspring of an Evercade and a Game Boy, dressed in AES black and gold. The screen is ideal for Neo Geo fare. It's pin-sharp in 'pixel perfect' mode and just big enough to stop you from getting horribly killed the second you start playing. And the included games? Sure, a few of your favourites might be missing, as are some of mine. (No Magical Drop or King of Fighters.) But this gadget is Evercade-compatible, so some gaps will be plugged by carts. Purists might baulk. It's emulation, after all. Also, it's another 'unnecessary' gadget to wedge next to others on the shelf. But it's enough for me: great Neo Geo games, with an official stamp rather than growling 'ARRRRR!' during shady ROM-hunting sessions, and all for less than half the price of one Neo Geo game back in the 1990s, let alone 14. The HyperMegaTech Neo Geo Edition Super Pocket is available for $69/£49. A sample was provided for this column. I still suck at Last Blade and Blazing Star.
Tom's Guide
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
I'm an old-school gamer — and these are the 9 Amazon Prime Day retro gaming deals I'd buy right now
The Amazon Prime Day event is a perfect time to save big if you're a gamer. Deals aren't just for the latest and greatest games and accessories, but a whole host of retro gaming-related merchandise. Whether you're a gaming veteran like me or a younger person curious about retro gaming, I've got you covered. Below are some awesome deals I've found on Amazon. This includes several retro game emulators, controllers and retro game collections. If you want to revisit a time before HD graphics, online connectivity, and endless game patches, this is a good place to start. Here are some excellent (and discounted) retro gaming items available on Amazon. For more deals, check out our Amazon Prime Day deals live blog right now. The R36Max comes preloaded with 18000+ games and supports 30 emulators. It features a 4-inch 720x720 ISP display, two analog sticks, a d-pad, four face buttons and four back buttons that can accommodate most games. Amazon users give it 4.5 stars and seem to enjoy this tiny retro gaming handheld. This officially licensed handheld lets you play all your favorite Atari titles wherever you go. It has a 2.75-inch color display, a 3.5mm headphone jack and is powered by 4 AA batteries or by USB-C, though neither are included in the package. If you're a fan of classic SNK games like The King of Fighters, Samurai Shodown and Metal Slug, then this is the retro gaming handheld to get. The device itself has a 4-inch ISP display with a 720x960 resolution, a 3500mAh battery and an ergonomic design. 8Bitdo is synonymous with "retro," and the SN30 Pro is arguably the company's overall best controller for classic games... especially SNES titles. Aside from the familiar SNES controller shape, this peripheral features Hall Effect joysticks, which means you won't have to worry about stick drift. For this price, this is an excellent controller to consider. If you're more of a Sega Genesis fan, then the 8Bitdo M30 is the device for you. Modeled after the classic 6-button Sega Genesis pad, this controller is not only perfect for retro games, but especially excellent for fighting games. Fans of Neo Geo fighting games should definitely check out the 8Bitdo Neo Geo wireless controller. Not only is this controller reminiscent of the classic Neo Geo controller, but there are also variants featuring King of Fighters characters like Kyo Kusanagi, Iori Yagami, Mai Shiranui, and Terry Bogard. The first three Tomb Raider games are bona fide classics, and they've been remastered for modern consoles. While this collection isn't officially discounted, the $29 asking price still makes this a fantastic deal. It's also available for the PS5 and Xbox Series X. Totally tubular, dude! For the first time ever, Konami has bundled all of its classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles games in one package. You not only get the genre-defining arcade games, but also the home ports and console exclusives. This package is the definition of PIZZA POWER! Are you ready, true believers? Marvel and Capcom have joined forces to bring you the Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection! This compilation not only features classic fighting games like X-Men: Children of the Atom and Marvel vs. Capcom 2, but also the classic Punisher side-scrolling beat 'em up game. This is a must-own collection for serious retro fans.
Metro
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
PS Plus games for July includes one of the best dungeon crawlers ever
Sony has announced the new PlayStation Plus line-up, and it's a great month for rock climbers and those with an affinity for fighting games. There's been no shortage of great role-playing games over the past few years between Baldur's Gate 3 and Metaphor: ReFantazio, but one of the best is set to land on PlayStation Plus next month. As announced by Sony, Diablo 4 will be free for PlayStation Plus subscribers across all tiers on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 from Tuesday, July 1. While it was already a great game when it launched in June 2023, it has only improved following all the updates developer Blizzard has rolled out since. Next month's line-up is strong in general. The King Of Fighters 15, an overlooked SNK fighter, will also be available across PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, along with the excellent climbing sim Jusant. All these games will be available to claim from July 1 to August 4, 2025. As always, if you want to play them down the line, you can add them to your library within this window and download them later, as long as you have an active PlayStation Plus subscription. More Trending Next month sees Sony celebrate the 15th anniversary of PlayStation Plus with various special offers as well. These include free trials for WWE 2K25 and Monster Hunter Wilds for premium subscribers, special discounts on Sniper Elite: Resistance, Civilization 7, and Star Wars Outlaws, a free Valorant pack, and special tournaments. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. For anyone who isn't subscribed to PlayStation Plus, a free online multiplayer weekend is taking place from Saturday June 28 at 12.01am BST to Sunday June 29 at 11.59pm BST. So it's a great time to test out any multiplayer games you've been hanging onto. You still have time to pick up last month's PlayStation Plus Essential games, with NBA 2K25, Alone In The Dark, Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, and Destiny 2: The Final Shape all available until June 30. Earlier this year, Sony announced it will stop offering PlayStation 4 games on the monthly PlayStation Plus line-up from January 2026. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 climbs chart after 'unusual' sales boost MORE: Time Crisis and Point Blank lightgun console smashes Kickstarter goal within hours MORE: EA Sports FC 26 cover star leaks and they've been on before
