Dr Manhattan Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 (edited) NEOGEO Handheld Games Console Officially Announced Tommo Inc and BLAZE set to release Limited Edition NEOGEO Handheld for Worldwide sale Q2 2O12 Los Angeles - The “NEOGEO X” will be released in Q2 2012 following the 20th anniversary of the ground breaking NEOGEO AES console. This Limited Edition handheld console will feature 20 officially licensed NEOGEO games including retro classics such METALSLUG, THE KING OF FIGHTERS and FATAL FURY. Along with these 20 built in NEOGEO classic titles, the NEOGEO X will also feature, SD card expansion, a 3.5” LCD screen, A/V output, internal stereo speakers and a headphone socket. The full game list is as follows: 1. ART OF FIGHTING 2. BASEBALL STARS 3. CYBER LIP 4. FATAL FURY 5. FATAL FURY SPECIAL 6. FOOTBALL FRENZY 7. KING OF THE MONSTERS 8. LAST RESORT 9. LEAGUE BOWLING 10. MAGICIAN LORD 11. METAL SLUG 12. MUTATION NATION 13. NAM 1975 14. SAMURAI SHODOWN 15. SENGOKU 16. SUPER SIDEKICKS 17. THE KING OF FIGHTERS’94 18. THE ULTIMATE 11 19. TOP PLAYERS GOLF 20. WORLD HEROES Jonathan Wan of Tommo commented "I am very proud to be working with SNK PLAYMORE, as NEOGEO is a strong brand with an excellent gaming pedigree" Jason Cooper of BLAZE commented “The NEOGEO console has always been a personal favorite of mine and I am delighted to be involved with the development of this new handheld console. We hope to re-ignite the excitement many of us felt twenty one years ago, in a more affordable manner, to a much wider audience." The Limited Edition NEOGEO X will be distributed by Tommo Inc in the United States and retro gaming specialists BLAZE throughout Europe, Middle East and Australia. A distributor for Japan and the Far East will be confirmed shortly. To register your interest go to http://www.neogeox.com/ About SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION: Founded by Eikichi Kawasaki in Osaka Japan, SNK (Shin Nihon Kikaku) has been delighting gamers for over 30 years. Since it’s early days as a developer and manufacturer of coin operated arcade games through to it’s growth in home gaming with the NEOGEO and NEOGEO POCKET. SNK has always driven success through innovation and quality. About Tommo Inc: With over 20 years of experience in logistics and sales, a knowledgeable staff and sales representatives available nationwide, Tommo Inc. is one of North America’s largest distributors of video gaming merchandises. Founded in 1989, Tommo has grown from a wholesaler of imported video games to becoming one of the nation’s main suppliers of video gaming content to national retail chain stores as well as independent retailers. About BLAZE: Founded by Jason Cooper over 20 years ago, BLAZE now specialise in the creation and distribution of retro gaming devices. BLAZE currently distribute SEGA and ATARI branded consoles and, in Q1 2012, are set to release the ”Gamegadget" games console, billed as the "ipod for games." SOURCE Edited March 16, 2012 by Dr Manhattan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_Locomotive Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 To go along with the good news that its real there is also this horrendously bad news on pricing. Retro gaming specialist Blaze has told MCV its planned £500 price tag for the NeoGeo X is accurate, contrary to other reports circulating online. Games news website Eurogamer posted a story suggesting the £500 price tag is innacurate. It also said a Blaze spokesperson confirmed this. However, Blaze has told MCV that the £500 price is on the cards but the company is keeping an open mind to a potential price drop. This £500 figure is based on a conversation MCV had with Blaze today (Thursday, March 15th). It is not based on a 'month-old forum post', which Eurogamer claimed. You can read more details on the NeoGeo X here. http://www.mcvuk.com/news/read/blaze-confirms-500-price-tag-for-neogeo-x/092841 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
128Kgames Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 NEOGEO Handheld Games Console Officially Announced Tommo Inc and BLAZE set to release Limited Edition NEOGEO Handheld for Worldwide sale Q2 2O12 Los Angeles - The “NEOGEO X” will be released in Q2 2012 following the 20th anniversary of the ground breaking NEOGEO AES console. This Limited Edition handheld console will feature 20 officially licensed NEOGEO games including retro classics such METALSLUG, THE KING OF FIGHTERS and FATAL FURY. Along with these 20 built in NEOGEO classic titles, the NEOGEO X will also feature, SD card expansion, a 3.5” LCD screen, A/V output, internal stereo speakers and a headphone socket. The full game list is as follows: 1. ART OF FIGHTING 2. BASEBALL STARS 3. CYBER LIP 4. FATAL FURY 5. FATAL FURY SPECIAL 6. FOOTBALL FRENZY 7. KING OF THE MONSTERS 8. LAST RESORT 9. LEAGUE BOWLING 10. MAGICIAN LORD 11. METAL SLUG 12. MUTATION NATION 13. NAM 1975 14. SAMURAI SHODOWN 15. SENGOKU 16. SUPER SIDEKICKS 17. THE KING OF FIGHTERS’94 18. THE ULTIMATE 11 19. TOP PLAYERS GOLF 20. WORLD HEROES Jonathan Wan of Tommo commented "I am very proud to be working with SNK PLAYMORE, as NEOGEO is a strong brand with an excellent gaming pedigree" Jason Cooper of BLAZE commented “The NEOGEO console has always been a personal favorite of mine and I am delighted to be involved with the development of this new handheld console. We hope to re-ignite the excitement many of us felt twenty one years ago, in a more affordable manner, to a much wider audience." The Limited Edition NEOGEO X will be distributed by Tommo Inc in the United States and retro gaming specialists BLAZE throughout Europe, Middle East and Australia. A distributor for Japan and the Far East will be confirmed shortly. To register your interest go to http://www.neogeox.com/ About SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION: Founded by Eikichi Kawasaki in Osaka Japan, SNK (Shin Nihon Kikaku) has been delighting gamers for over 30 years. Since it’s early days as a developer and manufacturer of coin operated arcade games through to it’s growth in home gaming with the NEOGEO and NEOGEO POCKET. SNK has always driven success through innovation and quality. About Tommo Inc: With over 20 years of experience in logistics and sales, a knowledgeable staff and sales representatives available nationwide, Tommo Inc. is one of North America’s largest distributors of video gaming merchandises. Founded in 1989, Tommo has grown from a wholesaler of imported video games to becoming one of the nation’s main suppliers of video gaming content to national retail chain stores as well as independent retailers. About BLAZE: Founded by Jason Cooper over 20 years ago, BLAZE now specialise in the creation and distribution of retro gaming devices. BLAZE currently distribute SEGA and ATARI branded consoles and, in Q1 2012, are set to release the ”Gamegadget" games console, billed as the "ipod for games." SOURCE Great news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
128Kgames Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 To go along with the good news that its real there is also this horrendously bad news on pricing. Retro gaming specialist Blaze has told MCV its planned £500 price tag for the NeoGeo X is accurate, contrary to other reports circulating online. Games news website Eurogamer posted a story suggesting the £500 price tag is innacurate. It also said a Blaze spokesperson confirmed this. However, Blaze has told MCV that the £500 price is on the cards but the company is keeping an open mind to a potential price drop. This £500 figure is based on a conversation MCV had with Blaze today (Thursday, March 15th). It is not based on a 'month-old forum post', which Eurogamer claimed. You can read more details on the NeoGeo X here. http://www.mcvuk.com...neogeo-x/092841 Not so great news. No way would anyone touch this thing in that price range, not even a Neo Geo fanatic (even if it was made by the old SNK itself!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_Locomotive Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 To go along with the good news that its real there is also this horrendously bad news on pricing. Retro gaming specialist Blaze has told MCV its planned £500 price tag for the NeoGeo X is accurate, contrary to other reports circulating online. Games news website Eurogamer posted a story suggesting the £500 price tag is innacurate. It also said a Blaze spokesperson confirmed this. However, Blaze has told MCV that the £500 price is on the cards but the company is keeping an open mind to a potential price drop. This £500 figure is based on a conversation MCV had with Blaze today (Thursday, March 15th). It is not based on a 'month-old forum post', which Eurogamer claimed. You can read more details on the NeoGeo X here. http://www.mcvuk.com...neogeo-x/092841 Not so great news. No way would anyone touch this thing in that price range, not even a Neo Geo fanatic (even if it was made by the old SNK itself!). Seriously. I really wanted this thing too, I was filling out my info on the site linked too in Dr Manhattans post when I decided to see if there was on info on pricing, I was shocked when I saw it would cost more then $700 in the US, thats just a mind numbingly stupid price, I could buy a genuine AES and several games for that kind of money, or a freaking MVS and a multicart. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneAgeGamer Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Well I see SNK hasn't changed its pricing strategy from AES days. 500 pounds? Are they insane? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoneAgeGamer Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 So I talked to some people. According to them the price has yet to be set and the license agreement hasn't even officially been finalized and signed yet. I am not saying this price is wrong, but either someone is lying, giving out bad information, or there is a lot of confusion going on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reaperman Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 (edited) hahahahahaha Nice try. A real neo geo may have been worth that price once, but not the typical $20 worst-of-snk collection wrapped up in a cruddy little mp4 player. $30 is my price point, and that's pushing it for filthy software emulation on a device with the wrong screen aspect ratio. Edited March 16, 2012 by Reaperman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
128Kgames Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I am not saying this price is wrong, but either someone is lying, giving out bad information, or there is a lot of confusion going on. I'm gonna go with D) All of the above... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Dart Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 (edited) ...cost more then $700 in the US, thats just a mind numbingly stupid price, I could buy a genuine AES and several games for that kind of money, or a freaking MVS and a multicart. Or probably a dozen 'n a half of these chintzy portables, since there's no way they would possibly cost $700 each. That IS mind-numbingly stupid. Edited March 16, 2012 by Rex Dart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_shameless_ Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 thats a bit much for something like this :/ think ill just stick with emulation on my pc which is free Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Manhattan Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 So I talked to some people. According to them the price has yet to be set and the license agreement hasn't even officially been finalized and signed yet. I am not saying this price is wrong, but either someone is lying, giving out bad information, or there is a lot of confusion going on. My guess was $85 to $100 US. The "$500 price tag" sounds like a joke on the old AVS pricing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Dart Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Just get a PSP and forget this stupid piece of junk you can even write "SNK NEO GEO" on your PSP if that's what you're interested in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrogamer73 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Surely this handheld won't be as expensive as everyones saying. I for one am tired of handheld systems costing almost or more than home consoles. 3DS is more than the current price of Wii, PS Vita is about as much as PS3, and now this is being said to cost $500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
128Kgames Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 UPDATE: Blaze dismisses £500 price tag rumour. UPDATE: A spokesperson for Blaze has told Eurogamer that the £500 price tag suggested in MCV's story is incorrect. "It's not £500," they confirmed. Apparently MCV's figure was based on a month's old forum post from a community member declaring what he'd be willing to pay for the device. Blaze wouldn't confirm what the actual price will be, but said an official announcement will be made soon. http://www.eurogamer...rice-tag-mooted 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atariboy Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 (edited) The screen isn't even 4:3. Sure doesn't leave out much hope for the rest of it if they couldn't even get a basic detail like that correct. Edited March 17, 2012 by Atariboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_Locomotive Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 UPDATE: Blaze dismisses £500 price tag rumour. UPDATE: A spokesperson for Blaze has told Eurogamer that the £500 price tag suggested in MCV's story is incorrect. "It's not £500," they confirmed. Apparently MCV's figure was based on a month's old forum post from a community member declaring what he'd be willing to pay for the device. Blaze wouldn't confirm what the actual price will be, but said an official announcement will be made soon. http://www.eurogamer...rice-tag-mooted I'm glad to hear that! I just hope the final price is a reasonable one, if when this goes on sale its in the $100 range with room to bend a bit I'm game but beyond that I'm not sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I'll be interested once a legitimate price is released. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Megadragon15 Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 (edited) SNK and Blaze really doesn't want to sell any. £500 is way too much for this thing. Edited March 17, 2012 by Megadragon15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punisher5.0 Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 500 pounds! How could that possibly be a real estimate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atarilovesyou Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Isn't it kinda early for April Fool's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Wolfe Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 why are they going to price it so high as to cause their own failure? wtf. jeez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atariboy Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Read post 15, guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onmode-ky Posted March 20, 2012 Share Posted March 20, 2012 Read post 15, guys. But isn't post 15 the exact article being refuted by the statement, "This £500 figure is based on a conversation MCV had with Blaze today (Thursday, March 15th). It is not based on a 'month-old forum post', which Eurogamer claimed"? I think the timeline goes: 1) MCV statement #1; 2) Eurogamer statement, quoted in post 15; 3) MCV statement #2 refuting Eurogamer, quoted in post 2. If that's correct, then the current tentative price really is 500 pounds. onmode-ky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atariboy Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 (edited) That's not how it reads to me. Sounds like someone at a forum mentioned that they'd be willing to pay up to 500 pounds for such a device, MCV decided to go with that figure as if it was the actual MSRP when they did a story about this device after word leaked out, with Eurogamer (The source that wrote the article in post 15, not MCV) proceeding to get verification from Blaze about what the actual price is going to be after that outragious price estimate started to make rounds at various outlets. As the Eurogamer story says, Blaze has confirmed that it's not 500 pounds and that they'd be announcing the price later. And it seems widely suspected that this device is based off something like the Dingoo (I guess it looks much like one, which is supposedly why it doesn't even have a 4:3 screen) and other similar devices that sell for under $100. This isn't even a SNK product. Blaze licensed this IP from SNK and Tommo, a common distributor of cheap clones, will be distributing it. It will be expensive compared to the average plug and play, but I think it's safe to say it isn't going to go for over half a grand. I wouldn't be surprised if it was below $100. Edited March 21, 2012 by Atariboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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