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Neo Geo AES+ Console Remake Delayed to September 2027 Due to AI-Induced Memory Shortage
Key points
- Neo Geo AES+ console remake delayed to September 16, 2027.
- Original shipping date was November.
- Delay caused by increased demand and AI-induced memory shortage.
- Console prices remain unchanged despite the delay.
- Plaion delayed the Neo Geo AES+ console.
- The console is a 1:1 hardware replica, not emulation.
- Plaion uses dedicated ASIC chips and contemporary processor clones.
- MiSTER core developer Jotego is on the project team.
- The console uses 5V power delivery for cartridge compatibility.
- Plaion is re-releasing ten iconic games.
Significant Delay Announced
The release of the Neo Geo Advanced Entertainment System+ (AES+) console remake has been postponed until September 16, 2027. This represents a substantial delay from its original shipping target of November.
Reasons for the Postponement
Plaion Replai, the manufacturer licensed by SNK, attributed the delay to increased consumer demand from fans, collectors, and retail partners. The company also cited a global memory chip shortage, which it states is driven by investment in AI infrastructure, as a key factor impacting its ability to meet this demand.
Pricing and Pre-orders Unaffected
Despite the delay, the pricing for the console remains unchanged. The standard edition costs $250, and the limited-edition 35th-anniversary bundle, which includes a Metal Slug game cartridge and a memory card, is priced at $350. Modernized game cartridges will still cost $90. Existing pre-orders are not impacted by the delay, and these customers retain their position in the queue. Early orders also receive a free AES+ gamepad, with some bundles offering a 30 percent voucher for game cartridges.
Manufacturer's Background
Plaion Replai has prior experience with retro console remakes, having been involved in the production of a Commodore 64 remake and a limited-edition yellow Atari 2600.
Updates
- Plaion delayed the Neo Geo AES+ console.
- The console is a 1:1 hardware replica, not emulation.
- Plaion uses dedicated ASIC chips and contemporary processor clones.
- MiSTER core developer Jotego is on the project team.
- The console uses 5V power delivery for cartridge compatibility.
- Plaion is re-releasing ten iconic games.
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Plaion has delayed the release of its hardware-accurate NeoGeo AES+ console by 10 months to September 16, 2027. The delay is attributed to an AI-driven RAM shortage and higher-than-expected demand for the replica console.
The Neo Geo Advanced Entertainment System+ (AES+) console remake has been delayed from November to September 16, 2027. Manufacturer Plaion Replai cited increased consumer demand and a global memory chip shortage, driven by AI infrastructure investment, as reasons for the significant delay.