The NeoSD Pro | Neo Geo Flash Cart - Review - Game Sack

[@RengaBeats]

I really like the "back of the box reading".. man.. that could be its own show!!

[@ProfessionalNoodler]

Yeah, I second this.

[@amonilus5390]

Me too!

[@zeodiego2]

One more in suport of the new show

[@logicone5667]

Yeah, this particular one was nightmare fuel though...I support it!!!

[@atomicskull6405]

The weird limitations on the Neo Geo PCM channels weren't specifically decided by SNK btw they're just how the Yamaha 2610 sound chip was designed. It was a "kitchen sink" sound chip that has PCM, 4 operator FM and PSG channels all in one device.

[@Redonepunch]

“Ninja Commando” is the most early 90’s video game name

[@ninjapirate47]

Only missing the word "cyber" and it would have had the 90s triumvirate.

[@marbles8641]

You should see how many generic names are on the Neo Geo! Still damn fine games!

[@chibisf4]

Michael Dudikoff is Joe Tiger! The new blockbuster Ninja Commado now on VHS!

[@TheyCallMeBruce13]

It's one of the fake games they made up in Wayne's World. In the Noah's Arcade commercial in the begging, he rattles off a handful of games they have at the arcade, and one is called "Ninja Commando."

[@jymfiskburk2256]

I was thinking the same tho

[@CamelliaSinensis]

Love starting a Swedish gloomy autumn sunday morning with a cup of Joe

[@Existensmaximum]

Samma här!

[@demeonsix2348]

Eeww. That's just nasty

[@adamfields5770]

Go outside and play some metal in the snow

[@ShinParisu]

Thats quite the poetic imagery

[@mistsretrolibrary]

Fall weather in Stockholm with a little sun ;D

[@theomacer3094]

I'd buy one of these if I didn't already spend my $666 on a Devil's Crush HuCard signed by Satan

[@AceTrainerX3]

I spent about half that on my AES alone. The Devil sure does want that other half of my soul...

[@flain283]

Mine just arrived today, after a long wait. I thought id add - there is now a translation out there for the Samurai Spirits RPG

[@atomicbarbarian7372]

Opens the video and clicks on the store page as it starts. "I paid 666 dollars for this..." *closes store page*

[@_derSammler]

It's really a shame that they made it that expensive only because the Neo Geo stuff is expensive as well. That's intended and something you can also note with other systems like the Amiga. If the base stuff is expensive, add-ons are made very expensive as well. This should be way under 200 bucks - but it's apparently aimed at elite people with big pockets. They missed the opportunity to open Neo Geo games to a wider audience with that premium price.

[@NerdyShawn]

Cost Less Than People scalping PS5 😉

[@txcforever]

@@NerdyShawn Well the difference is the PS5 will get normal pricing in a couple of months when the production gets up to speed. This will only get more expensive as people keep collecting NEO GEO Stuff.

[@txcforever]

@@_derSammler Neo Geo stuff were always expensive unfortunately. Just an MVS to AES converter would sell for well over $200+, so they priced this accordingly.

[@_derSammler]

@@txcforever "so they priced this accordingly" - that's what I said and imo it's just wrong to do it this way.

[@dravenlee4473]

I'm one of those that likes playing on real hardware but don't necessarily care about having the actual cartridges. Considering you can spend $500 for a single MVS cart, the price isn't that bad if you are committed to the system.

[@ShelfWarmer]

Literacy Corner gets a thumbs up from me.

[@BasementBrothers]

I don't like Ghost Pilots, but reading the lousy copy on the back of the box makes me nostalgic for the console all over again.

[@ShelfWarmer]

​@@BasementBrothers ​ Maybe you would prefer the synopsis of Strikers 1945 Plus instead? It is winter of 1945 and the Strikers have successfully eliminated C.A.N.Y.'s forces. The fierce fight was considered a militarist coup d'état disapproving the acceptance of the Potsdam Declaration. The threat posed by C.A.N.Y. enshrouded the world in the shadow of war. Meanwhile, data on C.A.N.Y.'s new weapons, tightly sealed by the US Department of Defense was leaked by a new organization, codenamed "F.G.R.", threatening to drag the world into the chaos of war once again with it. Upon learning of the situation, the Strikers, who had been appointed as a new weapons development experimental unit, were convened once again as protectors of the world! It has since received a re-release by Hamster Corporation, a Japanese video game publisher, with office located in Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan, in recent years on digital distribution platforms. Hamster.

[@DukeDudeston]

Man I am so glad they went with the Micro SD card.. I was worried the cartridge was going to be massive

[@Estorium]

It made me laugh when I saw him insert the tiny SD card into that massive cart.

[@DukeDudeston]

@@Estorium yeah it was after I saw him with the cart then show off the MicroSD that made me chuckle.

[@IamMarkSmith]

Hey @Game Sack that footage you showed of "Last Resort" when you were talking about the CD audio issues not only had the volume increase you mentioned however it also was sped up and was at a higher pitch than the original just FYI. Great video as always. I am obsessed with anything Neo Geo. Have a great one!

[@professorwh042]

This ending skit is one of the funniest I’ve seen in all of Game Sack.

[@PastoKage]

It should be it's own show ♥

[@MrWolfTickets]

He's channeling the old Writer's almanac on NPR.

[@md-1988]

We need us a calm soothing reading of the back of the GRREENDAWG case now.

[@TheRealKaiProton]

@@PastoKage Just what I was gonna type in, remember the good old days when the game boxes had info on the back, unlike now when they seem to have like 3 screen shots if your lucky

[@gugudias19]

Sounded like Bob Ross 😂

[@MrSez1979]

Joe Redifer: The Chuck Norris of retro videogames

[@SomeOrangeCat]

Don't go insulting Joe by comparing him to that has-been whack job.

[@Jesse__H]

No you're right he does bear a certain resemblance to Norris haha

[@tltoan0s300]

👍

[@SomeOrangeCat]

@Yu Tubaru Joe knows how to play GreenDAWG. That's way better than stupid Martial Arts.

[@Alucard1191]

I also loved the reading the back of the box. Seriously well done.

[@GaiusIuliusCaesar1]

I have the original NeoSD for my AES. Glad to hear I am not missing out that much on the pro version

[@Fygee]

I bought one and am really excited to play it in my cab once it's up and running again. The price is really steep, but with the cost of MVS carts, you'd be spending up to 6 figures to purchase every game you can play on this device. I really wish someone would just make a good version of the 161-1 cart. All the games, right there, instant loading, no boots or bugs, no weird game omissions.

[@Locomamonk]

You're the best one at these reviews, man... truly deserving the PRO

[@elbitxo5945]

Samurai Spirits RPG is available in French. I know two attempts to translate it into English and one into Spanish that went beyond 50% completion, but apparently it's really hard to edit because the way the text is encrypted in the game, and the teams just couldn't keep throwing hours into it. If the game was truly gem it would pay off, but beyond those nice graphics and sound, the game is no Chrono Trigger. The plot doesn't bring anything new to your typical mid 90s JRPG, and the game is quite difficult and grindy. At least the combat system is original so, it well deserves a gameplay for hardcore fans of both JRPGs and Samurai Shodown.

[@Progearspec]

@Mystery G Scumbag duce who knows where that snake is hiding :p

[@roberto1519]

When you first mentioned the price, I actually didn't think it was expensive, for me it is, but for people who has the console, it's the best way to have its whole collection.

[@gluttonousmaximus9048]

The end skit is probably the closest thing to a Game A-Sack-MR we're gonna get.

[@jojevismclain2475]

Game asackmer

[@eloiferreira7500]

Smock monster for deep web 😂

[@robinhatherall6779]

I think you are getting better with age. You always give me a smile. Congratulations on doing a great job since solo. You rock!

[@locked01]

Thank you mate! This is all I needed to know to keep thinking about getting this one or not.

[@BasementBrothers]

Someone did translate SSRPG. They just didn't share it with anyone before they deleted all their work. You can still watch a video of the translation on KZbin (channel is MoriyaMug). There are other projects to translate the game, but have never been completed.

[@nationalgord]

Can't wait to watch this! I hope you make another Halloween spooky themed episode!

[@Eshaktaar]

I agree, it's always fun to see footage of Neo Geo games.

[@colins5129]

Nice bit of kit. My Mode arrives this week I should pick this up too

[@foojae]

Thanks Sack for doing this.

[@biohazard31666]

I have the non-pro version and I’m in love. Aside, the loading times, it is worth the price. Playing the full rom set on real hardware is insane. I also use the brook converter to play with a ps3 controller. I prefer the controller for some games.

[@BronyumHexofloride]

it strikes me as the kind of product that would work perfectly in a home made Arcade Cab as a "Set and Forget" kind of product so in all honesty the €550/ $600 price tag kinda makes sense compared to the alternative,, itl still be the most expensive part of your cab but its more than worth it

[@Septer_Sever]

Thanks for being rough with that 3.5 mm jack. It totally deserved that!

[@billcook4768]

If this device we get more Neo Geo game coverage, I’m all for it.

[@chrissiqueira6966]

Ah yeah, Legend of Succes Joe, the best beat'n up ever made.

[@TheyCallMeBruce13]

There have been several attempts to translate that Samurai Spirits RPG, but they've all eventually been abandoned.

[@WhoaMykey]

So epic Joe thanks for making an ol SNK Fanboy remember why I loved NeoGeo and it’s Games.

[@AndreVandal]

I just purchased the SDPro for my MVS, there are still units to be sold. Thanks for your review, can't wait for it to get here. I was looking into purchasing a fav game cart and just couldn't bring myself to paying a thousand $ for a single game.. This is expensive but a lot less than just a few original games.

[@philosophyoftrucking]

"Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of crap, I will fear no Piss Poor Ports. For Joe and Dave art with me. Their Snatcher and their Castlevania, they comfort me." Psacks 23:4

[@danimadrid5454]

Eternal l o s e r

[@theabominablekenny]

Million Dollar Idea, Joe ASMR reading the back of video game boxes.

[@johnnyz7178]

I was just interested in learning about it so kudos!

[@10minGameplay1]

One wallet were harmed in the making of this film

[@terencehill2320]

It's not just about you. I bought mine at $600

[@sparklesparklesparkle6318]

your show is zen for me it relaxes me so much

[@chrismyghostwriter]

You gotta do more of these Game Box readings! Amazing!

[@BasementBrothers]

The headphone jack is there, but from what I understand, support for the link cable feature has not been implemented.

[@Dinosnore69]

"Take that Streets of Rage! Neo Geo rulessss!!!"

[@stuartvincent242]

Ahhh, Game sack. One can always rely on you. Perfect for some insomnia tonight

[@jtzor5922]

Neo geo is a fascinating console that recently got back into trying run through emulation.The controller or joystick board is still baffling me to this day because it only had four base buttons and start/select buttons, while super nintendo and genesis had six buttons. I'm glad you're covering this. Thank you, keep up the good work.

[@arcadeages3917]

You are baffled by this? When did these systems launch? How many buttons did they have at launch? Go look up the Neo Geo MaJong controller and bask in the buttons!

[@RonaldBradycptgmpy]

mid 80s+ arcade games are my nostalgia sweet spot. I WISH I could afford this but I'm glad I got to see it!

[@kyos2000]

Great review, I want one of these for my neo candy cab

[@jjennings089]

Sorry about my sloppy last comment; but great video... I really appreciate the work you do for every video. Thank you for all that you do.

[@Breakbeats92.5]

Garou: Mark of The Wolves is so awesome.

[@johndee759]

Thank you for making this video and congratulations on your score.

[@joshmartimez2235]

I would love to get one of these and an AES. Maybe in Feb of next year when i get some extra money. Great in depth video on this awesome product.

[@overkill1473]

Is there any Terraonion product that isn't hilariously overpriced? Just asking for my mom.

[@cybernitemusic]

600 is a lot! I don’t mind their other prices but wow.

[@gamingblowsofficial]

They’re priced to make it worth their time. How many of these do you think they’re actually going to sell?

[@EmergencyChannel]

At $666? Very few.

[@RetroDoneRight]

@@EmergencyChannel not around the neo/arcade scene much are you? ~$666 is a drop in the bucket for most of them.

[@bf0189]

Ehhhh demand isn't large and it seems professionally manufactured so yeah it's gonna be pricey plus it's relatively cheap to play all the games on real hardware which would cost more than a average priced car if you bought every game.

[@ZinhoMegaman]

I like emulators for the ease of use, for being an inexpensive way to play the old systems and for having the best possible image connection available without any problems. But if I could, I would have all the systems and their respective flash cartridges. But I am happy to have a strong PC connected to my CRT monitor just for this function, except for the Nintendo 64 that until today does not play all games perfectly, so I have the console with RGB just for this.

[@KeeBnuTs]

I enjoyed this video and look forward to seeing more Neo Geo content soon!

[@chaosangelzoneact365]

Bought an AES over the summer and was looking for one of these, but couldn’t snag one on eBay in time. But I found a Darksoft Multicart which was cheaper than both the NeoSD regular and Pro, so it worked out... especially knowing the one thing I want from the Pro, playing CD games, doesn’t even work with that well with the music (and it’s not like there is a large selection of exclusive CD games)

[@CxR2262]

Thank you for keeping game sack alive, Joe!

[@Write-Stuff]

Two Game Sacks in a row?! Life is good.

[@gwellmyn]

Its cool that there is a flashcart for this. I mean its insane that the original games are as expensive as they are.

[@Novapoid]

The ending skit was one of my favorite ones so far, which is strange because it made me slightly anxious.

[@MrPoestyle]

I will never own this , because I am poor and my wife would never let me have it . But when it comes to GameSack , I gotta watch them all . Joe's videos bring me up when I am down .

[@maniromero881]

Having the opportunity play all the authentic Neo Geo MVS and AES on real hardware for me is worth the price, considering how much Neo Geo MVS game cartridges and KITS are these days, not to mention the AES games which are ridiculously expensive. Even for Neo Geo enthusiasts that already have their original game carts, this is still a good product, and to be able to play Neo Geo CD games too makes perfect to add it to our collection.

[@chaseman94]

It's like I stated in a previous Game Sack episode not everyone has money stacked to the sky to purchase the actual physical copies of games epsecially Neo Geo games so this makes economical sense.

[@DaveVoyles]

My only minor gripe with this SD devices is the lack of save states. Other than that, I find them to be fantastic, love what the company is doing.

[@smokeyvv]

Love the alpha mission ii music there joe. I want an aes one.

[@Falco.exe93]

My opinion is that you're are awesome, Joe.

[@jjenk911]

What? A bonus episode? Awesome.

[@yumann]

I really like short episodes! 👏👏👏

[@HiroPlaysGames]

I have the original NeoSD AES. If I didn't already own that I'd spring for the Pro, but upgrading doesn't seem worth the cost. If you're a little cracked and need to play all the Neo Geo games on real hardware, yeah, this is how you're going to want to do it. If you're flat out insane, you could also collect the original cartridges. The device has its quirks for sure. I've never run into the audio issue but there have been minor annoyances here and there. I like it.

[@personavisceration371]

I'm glad someone remembers Samurai Spirits RPG

[@Евгений-м3ч4д]

Retro gaming ASMR we deserved, finally!

[@akalyx]

this episode needed the gamesack hyper real dare-to-compare turbo comparison screen™

[@Scott-fj9uf]

I am looking forward to more NeoGeo games immensely!

[@TurboVolcano1988]

I was lucky enough to get the AES Pro version when it first launched. People complain about the price but original Neo Geo carts especially some of the rare titles can go for over $600 alone, so in the end its more than worth it. Terraonion themselves have said that these are too expensive of a product to be sitting around so who knows if they are discontinued or not? You may have a collectors item Joe.

[@Filtertipboom]

It's one of those things I think the cost to produce is going to WAY below it's price but it's a price you can charge when the games them self's can be more then this 1 flash cart

[@dorkultra]

I'm not sure i understood why the audio is in mono, why wouldn't that audio instead be stored in the 7th channel that allows for higher quality audo?

[@js200gb]

Gettin’ some Bob Ross vibes at the end of the video. And was that Professor Layton music? I’ve had problems with garbled graphics. Some say it could be power supply related. I hope an update fixes it as I don’t know what alternate PSU to use on an Omega. Hope to see you do more NG videos. Maybe a video dedicated to non-fighting games like the shooter or puzzle genres.

[@dazrael5658]

I had issues with garbled graphics on SD Pro AES and Terraonion did provide a firmware update but it still happens from time to time. I find a reset tends to fix the problem though.

[@patrickhein6986]

That Professor Layton Music in the End Skit was the perfect Choice!

[@cypherian2]

I used to love the NEO GEO MVS machines at my local arcade. I’m pretty sure I saw and played all the games that were launch titles them and the home system. The home system was always an aspirational system for me. Too expensive to afford, but I could always dream! Thanks for sharing this Joe!

[@HornHeaDD]

There have been several attempts for an English translation for SamShoRPG. Moriamug/Deuce got the furthest, but he refused to release his work and claims it was lost. Apocalypse was working on it and abandoned it too, even though several people have shown support for the project. There are currently Spanish and French translations. But no English.

[@alexbiehn978]

Very good choice of intro music , Alpha Mission 2 is the best space shooter ever made ;)

[@JoNev1]

Thanks for making such a great video again Joe! And yes, Joe, you just invented a new gaming video genre.."Sleepy time game box reading with Joe". 😆👍😎

[@CrimsonJesus]

Props for that Layton music!

[@RetroHiDef]

I just bought one on ebay for $700+ and I have to admit, it's amazing! I love it and I have been having a blast on my AES!

[@toughboy19xx]

I love the "I have no idea" hahah :D GG man when it's related to neogeo we become freakin crazy :s thanks for the review but still it's expensive compared to Darksoft multigames

[@bonnome2]

13:44 I wasn't looking at the video, I heard the sound. Almost thought you were going to do a video about professor layton.

[@Tronnus]

Now I want audibles in that ASMR style!

[@ragexg]

Do anyone know whats the Rally games name is in the background I try to find it, played it in an Arcade in Italy over 20 years ago and i want it^^. Pls Help.

[@Shadowbann3d]

Neo Drift Out

[@ragexg]

@@Shadowbann3d Cool Thx

[@ragexg]

@@Shadowbann3d Cool Thx

[@ericochoa4034]

I'm totally getting the amateur version so I can play all the non pro versions of the games!

[@samhillier9607]

I actually just bought a Neo Geo AES console, after wanting one forever. It is the only console I own that I know I will not be able to afford a decent collection of original software for. So I will be getting a flash cart or everdrive for it, which is not something I use for my other sytems. Now I can enjoy the latest Gamesack episode and see if the AES version this device would be a good option for me. Feels like I have some lucky timing!

[@samhillier9607]

@Lassi Kinnunen can’t say I blame them for going with a less expensive choice.

[@kayceecheshall2818]

JFC, Neo Geo games have aged amazingly well. Best pixel art in the biz.

[@worldofretrogameplay6963]

The NeoSD Cartridge is a nice idea that should be made widely available to everyone.

[@MrWolfTickets]

Other shows are weenie systems but Game Sack is a REAL HOT DOG

[@pal-of-pals]

While I have no plans on getting one of these NeoSD things, it's cool that it exists. :)

[@specialformula14]

How do I make the hot caca stop 🛑. Please help

[@TechWithSean]

I love flash carts. You get to have your cake and eat it too.

[@glowingmemories]

Imagine showing that tiny memory card to your past self and saying, "all the neogeo games, right here". Mind blown.

[@knotsandcrosses1]

Considering that game carts cost so much, looks like a good alternative!

[@almmiron]

Show us how do you consolized your arcade board. There are easy CRT tv option? (svideo or component). I see there is a device on the jamma connector...

[@FerintoshFarmsPhotography]

I could listen to you say slot all day

[@wolveric0]

The Lattice LFXP2-5E FPGA retail price is 13.39 usd at mouser, the common flash memory module is around 4 dollars and they are 4, ram goes from 7 to 8 bucks, there is also a second fpga or a micro controller in the board, so ill say the manufacturing cost is around 70 to 80 bucks, but we also have to take in consideration the cost of the software, housing, packeging and distribution cost, so ill say 150 to 160, plus profit i might pay 250 to 300 for it, that's what i can estimate, hope that helps you Joe.

[@SuaveCerealKiller]

Love my arcade stick pro with Hylo hack❤️