Uber-Badass Neogeo X Is Almost Here, Drops Dec 18th 2012

December 18th 2012, the Neogeo X will be here in all it’s classic 64-bit glory, now small enough to hold in the palm of your hand or connected to the big screen for some classic gaming exhibition with the classic console styled docking station. Coming in at $199 for the complete Limited Edition Gold package which includes the portable Neogeo X, Neogeo X Base Station and Neogeo X Arcade Stick you’ll be ready to kick it old school just like the hot dog you always knew you were. If the $199 is a little too rich for your blood you can pick up each piece separately but you’ll be paying more in the end so splurge your inner kid deserves it, plus you know you always wanted one!


PRESS RELEASE

NEOGEO X GOLD Limited Edition Set to Release This Week

All-New Trailer to Celebrate Launch and 20th Anniversary of NEOGEO

Los Angeles, Calif. – December 17, 2012 – Tommo, Inc., in partnership with SNK PLAYMORE, today announced that the NEOGEO X GOLD Limited Editionentertainment system will be available through select online retailers across North America and Europe this week. And to help celebrate the release of theNEOGEO X GOLD Limited Edition and the 20th anniversary of the NEOGEO, Tommo has created an epic trailer to support the launch of the highly anticipated system.

The wait is finally over. The NEOGEO X GOLD Limited Edition is finally here! A two-in-one system that doubles as both a handheld and a home arcade entertainment system, complete with the NEOGEO X Arcade Stick and the NEOGEO X Station – a replica of the NEOGEO AES console that allows memorable NEOGEO titles to be played on a big screen or monitor via HDMI or composite cable, for the ultimate classic gaming experience!

The ” NEOGEO X GOLD Limited Edition Launch Trailer” can be viewed on the official Tommo YouTube Channel: http://youtu.be/GIWsdUaAA2E.

“The NEOGEO X Gold Limited Edition is a system I have always dreamed of making a reality, said Tommo CEO, Jonathan Wan. “That dream has now come true, and it is something that can be shared and enjoyed by fans all over the world. We here at Tommo would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday, filled with friends, family and classic gaming for all!”

The NEOGEO X GOLD Limited Edition includes:

  • The NEOGEO X Handheld – 4.3″ LCD screen, stereo speakers, 16:9 and 4:3 display options
  • The NEOGEO X Station – Houses NEOGEO X Handheld for charging and audio/video output capabilities via HDMI and composite cables (for a true “classic” experience) – A system within a system!
  • One NEOGEO X Arcade Stick – Authentic arcade experience, for use with the NEOGEO X Station
  • 20 Pre-Loaded Classic NEOGEO® AES games:
    • 3 COUNT BOUT
    • ART OF FIGHTING
    • ALPHA MISSION II
    • BASEBALL STARS II
    • CYBER LIP
    • FATAL FURY
    • FATAL FURY SPECIAL
    • THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’95
    • KING OF THE MONSTERS
    • LAST RESORT
    • LEAGUE BOWLING
    • MAGICIAN LORD
    • METAL SLUG
    • MUTATION NATION
    • NAM 1975
    • PUZZLED
    • REAL BOUT – FATAL FURY SPECIAL
    • SAMURAI SHODOWN II
    • SUPER SIDEKICKS
    • WORLD HEROES PERFECT
  • Limited Edition Bonus: NINJA MASTER’S NEOGEO X Game Card

About the NEOGEO X GOLD:
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. A variable system within a system! The NEOGEO X GOLD Limited Edition is set for a worldwide release in December, 2012 for a suggested retail price of $199.99 (USD). The NEOGEO X GOLD Limited Edition is currently available through amazon.com, gamestop.com, bestbuy.com, target.com, walmart.com, ebgames.ca.
For the latest news as it is released, and for additional information regarding the NEOGEO X GOLD entertainment system and the NEOGEO X Handheld, please visit: www.NEOGEOX.com.

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 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.

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

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