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TCW Podcast Episode 214 - The Neo Geo

The Neo Geo was SNK's attempt to create a versatile hardware system for operators, allowing them to swap out games at a reduced cost while also bringing an authentic arcade experience into homes. The system's development was influenced by Capcom, with Street Fighter creator Takashi Nishiyama moving to SNK. The Neo Geo came in two versions: the Multi Video System (MVS) for arcades and the Advanced Entertainment System (AES) for home use. Priced at $650 in 1990 (equivalent to $1,562 in 2024), the console was expensive but initially well-received by operators due to a strong lineup of games and the six-month lag between arcade and home releases. Despite an attempt to introduce a lower-priced CD version, it was too late to compete effectively. Ultimately, the Neo Geo could not keep up with the emerging 3D transition and the more affordable Sony PlayStation.

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TCW 028 - Picking up the Pieces: The US Arcade Industry After the Crash: https://podcast.theycreateworlds.com/e/picking-up-the-pieces-the-us-arcade-industry-after-the-crash/

Ghouls N' Ghosts (Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taujbsNtNh8

Strider (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVOOiCFktU4

UN Squadron (Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pY8yMGefNB8

Final Fight (Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0U8U-yqbOs

Uniwar S (Irem - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRrt_OSZnkY

Moon Patrol (Irem - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiHQ6OXgP7Y

Spartan X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsqZs2cQEf8

Street Fighter (1987 Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVLCv-YgWco

Champion Baseball (1983 - SEGA): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCrd1dM8U44

Rodrigo Copetti - Neo Geo Architecture: https://www.copetti.org/writings/consoles/neogeo/

Riding Hero (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwsIuiK7Rjo

Baseball Stars Professional (SNK - Arcade): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmdAMGmP6O0

Magician Lord (SNK - Neo Geo AES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mTaYFgTlGE

NAM-1975 (SNK Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDjqJDAYA6I

Top Player's Golf (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjcD0DWb06g

Ninja Combat (SNK - Neo Geo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV9bgRRHvNo

SNK Neo Geo 1990 Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=0rEauZSSl6M

Neo Geo Electronic Gaming Monthly Insert: