Which Neo Geo consumer system design is your favorite?

[BlackaneseNiNjA]

Although not a unique case, SNK was an example of a console manufacturer that standardized the aesthetic design of their consoles across global markets.

Meaning "New World", the brand itself always represented the infinite potential that awaited gamers in new undiscovered worlds. Considering that the product line was intended to be enjoyed by gamers all over the world, it can be said that SNK's global hardware approach is the natural reflection of their brand concept. Gamers across the globe fondly remember the first time they laid eyes on the Neo Geo home system, often cited in gaming publications as the "cadillac of gaming systems".



Starting with the iconic home/rental console, the Neo Geo hardware line has always maintained an attractive series of curves and grooves befitting of a premium product. The black and gold motif of the neo geo system would eventually transition first to black & white with the non-limited edition CD systems, then to gray & white for the CDZ, and later to a variety of color schemes to better suit the personal tastes of consumers on the go for the competitively priced Neo Geo Pocket line.



When it comes to the consumer home consoles, the original home system will always remain my favorite design with the look of the limited edition/front loading Neo Geo CD coming in at a close second.

 

[Neodogg]

the black one

 

[Evan]

The original Neo Geo AES. Though the Japanese Neo Geo CD does look pretty cool.

 

[wingzrow]

I have a soft spot for the model 1 Neo Geo Pocket Color. Maybe the stick is just more worn down on my model 2, but I love how the cobalt model 1 fits in my hands.

 

[madman]

Though the Japanese Neo Geo CD does look pretty cool.

Which of the 3 are you referring to?

 

[egg_sanwich]

The original Neo Geo AES. Though the Japanese Neo Geo CD does look pretty cool.

The front loader looks cool, but my god is it big. It's just... huge.

 

[NeoSneth]

Front loader or CDZ all day.

 

[Evan]

Which of the 3 are you referring to?

The front loader

 

[DaveGeorge]

Snk's design is pretty slick overall. But if I had to choose I think I'd go for the CDZ as it has a certain futuristic look even to this day.

 

[madman]

As always, CDZ > AES.

 

[itsofrustratin]

I would say the front loader cd system is the most attractive. Most pictures dont seem to do it justice

The original AES has an attractive but also fairly unremarkable design. Its a good looking system overall, but it doesnt quite catch the eye. I have my AES pretty visible, and no one really comments on it. However, I would have to say for a system that came out in 1990 it has aged well aesthetically,mostly due to the simple design. It does fit pretty well in a modern home theater setup. Alot better than say a North american super nintendo.

 

[HeavyMachineGoob]

The king is still the original Neo Geo, the AES. It has a simple yet elegant design that highlights the main attraction, the massive cartridge slot.

 

[GutsDozer]

Home Cart console is always the king of cool looking consoles.

 

[wyndcrosser]

Home Cart console is always the king of cool looking consoles.

I agree just because you get some color with the cart stickers. Same with NGPC, the CD system hides all that glorious neo.

 

[madman]

I agree just because you get some color with the cart stickers. Same with NGPC, the CD system hides all that glorious neo.

This is collectard nonsense. How much time do you spend looking at stickers when playing games?

 

[coreykun667]

I'm between the CD top loader and the AES. Both are sexy as hell. The front loader and CDZ looked a bit odd for my taste.

 

[NEO G-TRON]

Definitely the AES home console for me. Slick smooth looking, stylish and very elegant! The first time i held my very own in 2004 I absolutely fell in love with it!

 

[RAZO]

Same here. I think the Aes is the best looking console of all time. Only other official console that comes really close is the 1st Gen Wondermega.

 

[RAZO]

This is collectard nonsense. How much time do you spend looking at stickers when playing games?

It's funny you say this but when ever I hook up my AES or CMVS, I always leave a cart inside just because it looks cooler with a cart in it. With the MVS, you can't see the label obviously but if you got a Clear Color Cart it just gives it a different look. Collectard nonsense for sure but just saying.

 

[massimiliano]

I always found something in the AES console that reminded me Cameron's Aliens and in part "The Abyss"..."monochrome industrial mecha design" or something like that...cools stuff.

 

[HeavyMachineGoob]

With the MVS, you can't see the label obviously

Unless you have a front loading CMVS unit.

 

[cr8zykuban0]

aes design for me all the way. just had a cool, sleek design that still looks awesome to this day!

Also like the model 1 neo cd design too!

 

[NeoLucian]

CDZ for me, always thought it looked like a sleaker version of the Sega Saturn

 

[oliverclaude]

The old rental unit. Close second is the Omega .

 

[RAZO]

Unless you have a front loading CMVS unit.

True, My bad. I never owned a front loader.