Neo Geo Lineup Revealed by Evercade
After months of teasing, Evercade finally revealed its Neo Geo lineup of consoles and game carts in its showcase, and it features a retro game rarity that is reason enough to buy the new Super Pocket or cart.
Neo Geo Super Pocket Features 14 Built-in Games
The new HyperMegaTech! Neo Geo Super Pocket features 14 built-in games, and the theme appears to be to shun some of the more familiar series – Fatal Fury, Art of Fighting, King of Fighters – in favor of including under the radar classics such as Metal Slug X, Top Hunter: Roddy & Cathy, and the superb The Last Blade.
Blazing Star, a Sequel to the Brilliant Pulstar, is a Standout
But it’s the inclusion of Blazing Star that has really caught my eye. This is a sequel to the brilliant Pulstar, a game I owned on my Neo Geo in the ’90s and played it daily, and both share a heritage with the iconic R-Type as nearly the entire team worked on the 1987 arcade hit.
Other Titles Include Shooters and Isometric Racer
It’s refreshing to see Evercade’s choice of games for its two new handhelds stray beyond the usual SNK games, with other titles, including shooters Last Resort and Alpha Mission II as well as isometric racer Over Top. If you do need a hit of classic SNK fighting, the experimental Fatal Fury Special is a good inclusion.
Pre-Order the HyperMegaTech! NEOGEO Super Pocket and HyperMegaTech! Limited Edition NEOGEO Super Pocket
Evercade has two handheld skews to pre-order today, my preference is actually the base mode, the HyperMegaTech! NEOGEO Super Pocket, which comes in black and gold of the old home console, while the HyperMegaTech! Limited Edition NEOGEO Super Pocket comes in red with white detailing of the MVS. Both can be pre-ordered from today at the Evercade website, with a release planned for 26th June. Or order from Amazon for $59.99 / £49.99.
Neo Geo Cart Available on 1 May
Alongside the two new Neo Geo handhelds, Evercade is also releasing a Neo Geo cart on 1 May featuring Metal Slug, King of Fighters 2000, Shock Troopers, Ironclad, Sengoku and Magician Lord. Priced $24.99 / £19.99, you can order this cart from Evercade.
Conclusion
The new HyperMegaTech! Neo Geo Super Pocket and its limited edition counterpart are set to be a hit among retro gaming enthusiasts. With 14 built-in games, including the rare Blazing Star, and a wide range of additional titles available, this is a must-buy for any fan of classic Neo Geo games.
FAQs
Q: What games are included in the Neo Geo Super Pocket?
A: The Neo Geo Super Pocket features 14 built-in games, including Metal Slug X, Top Hunter: Roddy & Cathy, and The Last Blade.
Q: What is the release date for the HyperMegaTech! NEOGEO Super Pocket and HyperMegaTech! Limited Edition NEOGEO Super Pocket?
A: The release date for the HyperMegaTech! NEOGEO Super Pocket and HyperMegaTech! Limited Edition NEOGEO Super Pocket is 26th June.
Q: How much does the Neo Geo cart cost?
A: The Neo Geo cart costs $24.99 / £19.99.
Q: Where can I pre-order the HyperMegaTech! NEOGEO Super Pocket and HyperMegaTech! Limited Edition NEOGEO Super Pocket?
A: You can pre-order the HyperMegaTech! NEOGEO Super Pocket and HyperMegaTech! Limited Edition NEOGEO Super Pocket from the Evercade website or Amazon.
