NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system set for pre-Christmas 2012 release

It looks like we will be getting a new console this year after all. SNK Playmore have just announced the December 2012 release of their new NEO GEO X GOLD entertainment system. The system comprises of a stand-alone handheld unit, a base station and an arcade stick. The base station can be used to charge the handheld and/or transfer the arcade action to your TV set via HDMI or A/V connection. The unit will come pre-loaded with 20 NEOGEO classic games (listed below). It is set to retail at $199. This is something we have been looking forward to for some time now and we will be reviewing the system as soon as we can get our grubby hands on one. Hopefully this side of Yuletide.

PRESS RELEASE:

[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of RetroGamesCollector.com and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource GamesPress.]

NEOGEO X GOLD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM Announced for Worldwide Distribution

Tommo Inc. sets release date and price for revolutionary gaming “system within a system”

Los Angeles, Calif. – August 13, 2012 – Tommo, Inc., in partnership with SNK PLAYMORE, today confirmed that the NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system is scheduled for a worldwide release this December. Following the 20th anniversary of the ground breaking NEOGEO AES console, the NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system provides players with all of the features of a home arcade and the convenience of a handheld gaming device. The NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system is set for a worldwide release on December 6, 2012 for a suggested retail price of $199.99 (USD).

The NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system comes complete with the NEOGEO X Station, the NEOGEO X Handheld with 20 pre-loaded NEOGEO classic titles, and the NEOGEO X Joystick. In addition to coming pre-loaded with 20 NEOGEO classic titles, the NEOGEO X Handheld device features a crisp 4.3″ LCD display, an expandable game card slot, internal stereo speakers, and a 3.5mm headphone jack for a personal gaming experience you can take anywhere. The NEOGEO X Handheld device works with the NEOGEO X Joystick and NEOGEO X Station to charge the handheld device and transfer the action directly to a television set or monitor, via HDMI or A/V out, for a true arcade experience right at home.

The full list of NEOGEO X Handheld pre-installed games is as follows:

3 COUNT BOUT

LEAGUE BOWLING

 

ART OF FIGHTING II

MAGICIAN LORD

 

ALPHA MISSION II

METAL SLUG

 

BASEBALL STARS II

MUTATION NATION

 

CYBER LIP

NAM 1975

 

FATAL FURY

PUZZLED

 

FATAL FURY SPECIAL

REAL BOUT – FATAL FURY SPECIAL

 

THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’95

SAMURAI SHODOWN II

 

KING OF THE MONSTERS

SUPER SIDEKICKS

 

LAST RESORT

WORLD HEROES PERFECT

 

“Great game consoles don’t die; they’re just reborn in much more affordable and convenient packages,” said Tommo CEO Jonathan Wan. “The NEOGEO X GOLD is a love letter to one of my favorite consoles of all time, and working with SNK PLAYMORE to acquire the NEOGEO license, Tommo Inc. looks to provide gaming and entertainment enthusiasts with a classic arcade experience both at home and on the go.”

Distribution of the NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system for European and Asian territories will be handled exclusively by BLAZE and Success Company. North American distribution of the NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system will be handled exclusively by Tommo, Inc..

For the latest news as it is released, and for additional information regarding the NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system, please visit: www.NEOGEOX.com.

About SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION:

Headquartered in Osaka, Japan, SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION (SNK) develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software in Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1978, SNK is one of the largest privately held interactive entertainment content providers in the world.

Known for such franchises as THE KING OF FIGHTERS, METAL SLUG, and SAMURAI SHODOWN SNK continues to be an industry leader by focusing on their rich arcade history. More information on SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION can be found at www.snkplaymore.co.jp SNK PLAYMORE USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION.

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 specializes 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”

About Success Company:
Based in Hong Kong, Success Company are specialists in the distribution of all video games formats throughout the Asian region.

© SNK PLAYMORE “NEOGEO” is a registered trademark of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION. Used under license from SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION.

2 Comments

  1. Having missed out on pretty much all SNK stuff the first time round…I am going to do my utmost to get one of these. I’m guessing that knowing SNK, the price will be horrendous but I’ve decided I just don’t care!!

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    Well all things being fair we should see this over here for £125 ($199), but as we know odd things happen in currency exchange when it comes to consoles released in the UK and I’m guessing it will probably be nearer £199… I’m still getting one, it will look good under my TV.

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