Blaze Entertainment Partners with SNK to Bring NEOGEO Classics to Evercade Consoles
Blaze Entertainment has announced a major collaboration with SNK Corporation, the creators of the iconic NEOGEO arcade and home gaming system. The partnership promises to bring a curated collection of officially licensed NEOGEO titles to Blaze’s retro gaming ecosystem throughout 2025 and 2026.
Launched in 1990, the NEOGEO system has long been celebrated as a technical marvel of its time, delivering arcade-quality gaming to home consoles. Its unique dual-purpose hardware and a catalog of legendary franchises such as Metal Slug, The King of Fighters, Fatal Fury, and Samurai Shodown have cemented NEOGEO’s place in gaming history. The system’s influence extends beyond its groundbreaking technology, with its titles continuing to captivate fans worldwide.
In a statement, Blaze Entertainment’s CEO, Andrew Byatt, expressed excitement about the collaboration:
“This partnership with SNK is a milestone moment for Blaze. These games represent some of the most iconic and innovative titles in gaming history, and to bring them to our family of products is a privilege. This partnership isn’t just about adding great games; it’s about celebrating the artistry and legacy of NEOGEO in a way that’s accessible to fans old and new. We’re thrilled to give these classics a new platform in 2025.”
The Evercade Ecosystem
We have been avidly reporting on Blaze Entertainment and the Evercade systems since our launch, but if you are not familiar with the video game systems, let us help bring you up to date: Blaze Entertainment’s Evercade lineup has become a fixture for retro gaming enthusiasts and collectors. Since its launch in 2020, Evercade has reintroduced retro gaming with newly released physical cartridges, each including a collectible full-color manual. The platform boasts over 60 cartridge releases featuring 500+ officially licensed games spanning five decades of gaming history, from home consoles to arcade classics. Prices for these cartridges are very affordable at €/$ 19,99 on average.
The Evercade family currently includes:
- Evercade EXP-R: A portable handheld for retro gamers on the move.
- Evercade VS-R: A home console designed for multiplayer fun.
- Evercade Alpha: A bartop arcade machine offering an authentic arcade experience.
Additionally, Blaze’s HyperMegaTech! brand is aimed at gamers seeking standalone devices with built-in titles. The Super Pocket line of handheld consoles, launched in 2023, delivers arcade gaming on-the-go with the added bonus of Evercade cartridge compatibility.
What’s Next?
The first wave of SNK NEOGEO titles for Evercade is set to roll out in 2025, with a special showcase video scheduled for Q1 2025. The video will provide a detailed look at the product lineup, including pre-order and release dates.
