Best Neo-Geo system

Chrono081 · 01-20-2005, 06:48 PM

I've been thinking about buying one, and I can't afford an AES so it's probably going to be the cd system. That said, there are still I think 3 models( top-loader, front-loader, cdz).

But I wanted to ask which system any of the forum members have and how much they like it, which they recommend. Right now the one I'm considering buying is the cdz.

Joe Redifer · 01-20-2005, 07:46 PM

I don't know which one is which, but go for the one with the 2x drive (I think that's as fast as it gets). The loading time will still be awful, though. Lots to load!

Hallucinus · 01-21-2005, 07:50 AM

cartridge system or NOTHING

nomeaz · 01-21-2005, 09:02 AM

The load time for ANY of the Neo CD's are horrendous. While the CDZ will get you there a little faster they are notoriously fragile and often end up having problems much quicker than the other Neo CD model. While some of the older games have load times in the area of 15-20 seconds, the newer games have load times close to 40-50 seconds, and for fighting games that will put you to sleep after about 2 matches. Also, the newer games were never released on CD format (KOF only goes to 99, no Garou, etc.)

Your best bet is probably to get an MVS set up. While the initial cost might be a little high $300-$400, MVS games can be found dirt cheap, at least when compared to their AES counterpart.

Chrono081 · 01-21-2005, 06:39 PM

O.K. I've been reading some more about the cd systems. People are saying the drive in the cdz won't last 3 years, and thats not even considering I'd be buying a used system most likely. What is the deal, were the cd systems just made with cheap parts? Do you think the parts used were cheaper then say, a playstation?

gearhound · 01-23-2005, 10:45 PM

you should get the AES system. i certainly am.

REDFlELD · 02-11-2005, 11:00 PM

I once remember I saw a Neo Geo system(art of fighting 1) in action, I cannot believe how large the characters(sprite) are! Not to mention the sound and speech effect!! Really blew me away!! The price of that system also blew me away!! :yikes:
Whooaa how I wish I got a Neo Geo cart system with Art of Fighting 1 & 2.. nostalgia effect..

Lord Stark · 02-23-2005, 05:57 PM

Thing is AES is too expensive and the cd units are the only way to play the real thing for fans (like me).

I'm also looking for a neo geo cd.

Ebay is your friend

01-20-2005, 06:48 PM	#1
Chrono081 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Tennessee Posts: 320	Best Neo-Geo system I've been thinking about buying one, and I can't afford an AES so it's probably going to be the cd system. That said, there are still I think 3 models( top-loader, front-loader, cdz). But I wanted to ask which system any of the forum members have and how much they like it, which they recommend. Right now the one I'm considering buying is the cdz. Last edited by Chrono081; 01-20-2005 at 06:52 PM.

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Hallucinus Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 395	cartridge system or NOTHING __________________ how long could this really go on? some things need testing...

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01-20-2005, 07:46 PM	#2
Joe Redifer Olé! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 19,022	I don't know which one is which, but go for the one with the 2x drive (I think that's as fast as it gets). The loading time will still be awful, though. Lots to load!

01-21-2005, 09:02 AM	#4
nomeaz Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 17	The load time for ANY of the Neo CD's are horrendous. While the CDZ will get you there a little faster they are notoriously fragile and often end up having problems much quicker than the other Neo CD model. While some of the older games have load times in the area of 15-20 seconds, the newer games have load times close to 40-50 seconds, and for fighting games that will put you to sleep after about 2 matches. Also, the newer games were never released on CD format (KOF only goes to 99, no Garou, etc.) Your best bet is probably to get an MVS set up. While the initial cost might be a little high $300-$400, MVS games can be found dirt cheap, at least when compared to their AES counterpart.

01-21-2005, 06:39 PM	#5
Chrono081 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Tennessee Posts: 320	O.K. I've been reading some more about the cd systems. People are saying the drive in the cdz won't last 3 years, and thats not even considering I'd be buying a used system most likely. What is the deal, were the cd systems just made with cheap parts? Do you think the parts used were cheaper then say, a playstation?

02-11-2005, 11:00 PM	#7
REDFlELD Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 206	I once remember I saw a Neo Geo system(art of fighting 1) in action, I cannot believe how large the characters(sprite) are! Not to mention the sound and speech effect!! Really blew me away!! The price of that system also blew me away!! :yikes: Whooaa how I wish I got a Neo Geo cart system with Art of Fighting 1 & 2.. nostalgia effect..

02-23-2005, 05:57 PM	#8
Lord Stark Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 14	Thing is AES is too expensive and the cd units are the only way to play the real thing for fans (like me). I'm also looking for a neo geo cd. Ebay is your friend