Though multiple versions of Neo-Geo mini consoles have been released over the last several years, now Austrian company, Plaion, has announced that something just a little more faithful is on the way. Apparently inspired by the popularity and success of their outstanding 2023 ‘70s throwback, the Atari 2600+, Plaion has decided to do the same thing for SNK’s mythical home arcade console. Dubbed the Neo-Geo AES+, the system will be an HDMI-ready 1:1 replica of the original early '90s gaming machine.

Like the Atari 2600+, the Neo-Geo AES+ will be fully compatible with all original cartridge titles, and Plaion has further announced that they will even be rereleasing physical versions of 10 legendary Neo-Geo classics, such as Metal Slug, Pulstar, The King of Fighters 2002, and Shock Troopers. The console will be available on November 12th of this year in classic black, as well as a new "Anniversary Edition" white. Though we, like most people at the time, couldn't even dream of affording the bonkers $650 price tag of the original hardware, the $250 starting price of the Advanced Entertainment System+ is sounding decidedly more palatable (especially these days). Jump past the break to see the announcement trailer for yourself.

Well, we're past the midpoint of 2024 and quickly nearing the late summer/early fall harvest time of year where new game releases become just as plentiful as the farmers crops. Recently though, it's been just a steady trickle of thoughtful ports and the occasional interesting new title. Case in point, the standout offering of this last week was a PC, Switch, and PS4 port of the 2003 arcade fighter, SNK Vs Capcom: Chaos.

While perhaps not quite as solid as Capcom's two takes on the legendary fighting franchise mashup, as SNK's sole unique interpretation of the concept is still well worth checking out. If not for being one of SNK's first titles following their untimely 2001 closure and near-immediate resurrection, or one of the last to grace their legendary Neo-Geo hardware, then certainly for it's familiar, comfort food graphics and gameplay, and inspired roster of characters. Nearly any way you slice it, SNK Vs Capcom: Chaos is a title that earned its rightful place in the annals of gaming history and is pretty much a must-play for fans of either company (if not fighting games in general).

Also out in the last 9 weeks, console ports (and a GOG one for good measure) of last year's hit roguelike dungeon crawler, Darkest Dungeon II; the latest entry in the nearly annual Legend of Heroes franchise; and a switch port of Nintendo's fantastic 2013 3DS classic, Luigi's Mansion (2): Dark Moon. "When worlds collide . . . you get Chaos!" Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 63 days.

It's that time of year again! No, I'm not talking about Halloween (this time). I'm talking about the World Series! After some particularly fiercely fought and exciting playoff battles, we've finally come to the main event. The AL vs NL matchup that will determine who is the best team in all of baseball. This year, I am particularly excited to watch because my Atlanta Braves have made it for the first time in 22 years! Here's hoping they show Houston what's up.

I will say that I'm a little sad my other team, the San Francisco Giants got knocked out early. I would have loved seeing how they stacked up against the Braves in the postseason. That's right, I have two baseball teams too. I didn't always live in Atlanta, you know. At any rate, I've been a fan of both baseball organizations for years and I've loved playing the sport probably longer than that, even digitally. There have been a great number of baseball video games over the years and in honor of (one of) my team(s) making it to the final round this year, I thought I would share 6 of my favorites.