Software:Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection
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| Publisher(s) | SNK |
| Platform(s) | Nintendo Switch, Windows |
| Release | Vol. 1 (Nintendo Switch)
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| Genre(s) | Various |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection is a pair of video game compilations developed by SNK and Code Mystics. Each of the two volumes contain emulated versions of 10 games originally published by SNK between 1999 and 2000 for the company's short-lived Neo Geo Pocket Color handheld game console, including some featuring characters from fellow game developer Capcom. The first volume was released for Nintendo Switch in March 2021, followed by a release for Windows the following September. The second volume was released for both systems in November 2022.
Features
Prior to the compilations' release, 12 of the included games were re-released individually for the Nintendo Switch beginning in 2019.[1][2] The compilations retain the individual re-releases' features, including the ability to rewind gameplay and create save states, various screen filters and borders, and the option to play games compatible with the original Neo Geo Pocket in monochrome.[3] The player can also view 3D models of each game's box art and cartridge, as well as digitized versions of the original instruction manuals.[3]
Both the Japanese and English releases of each game are included, with the exception of three games in Vol. 2 that were never localized.[4] Several games, most prominently SNK's fighting games, support local multiplayer between two players on a single system; however, certain multiplayer features such as item trading are omitted.[3] SNK vs. Capcom, featured on Vol. 2, includes both the Capcom and SNK versions of the game, with the ability to battle and trade cards between the two on a single system.[5]
Games included
Each compilation contains 10 games.[4][6] One game featured in Vol. 1 was replaced for the Windows version, instead receiving a standalone release outside the collection.[6] Vol. 2 features a secret minigame, a remake of the 1979 SNK arcade game Yosaku, accessed by playing The King of Fighters: Battle de Paradise in "Black and White" mode.[7]
Volume 1
Volume 2
Reception
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Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1 received positive reviews. Critics praised the selection of games offered, but lamented the fact that most of them were already available as standalone releases on Nintendo Switch.[3]
In contrast, Vol. 2 received average reviews, with many claiming that the selection of games was not as strong as that of Vol. 1.[4]
References
- ↑ Romano, Sal (August 28, 2019). "Samurai Shodown for Switch debut trailer, screenshots". https://www.gematsu.com/2019/08/samurai-shodown-for-switch-debut-trailer-screenshots.
- ↑ Tolentino, Josh (September 16, 2021). "Metal Slug 1st & 2nd Mission Deployed to Nintendo Switch". https://www.siliconera.com/metal-slug-1st-2nd-mission-deployed-to-nintendo-switch/.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Miller, Zachary (March 31, 2021). "NeoGeo Pocket Color Collection Vol. 1 (Switch eShop) Review". https://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/56726/neogeo-pocket-color-collection-vol-1-switch-eshop-review.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Massey, Tom (November 15, 2022). "Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol.2 Review". https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/switch-eshop/neo-geo-pocket-color-selection-vol-2.
- ↑ Russell, Graham (January 18, 2022). "SNK vs. Capcom: Card Fighters' Clash Switch Release Revives One of the Best Card RPGs". https://www.siliconera.com/snk-vs-capcom-card-fighters-clash-switch-release-revives-one-of-the-best-card-rpgs/.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Lada, Jenni (September 30, 2021). "NeoGeo Pocket Color Selection Vol 1 on Steam Has a Different Lineup". https://www.siliconera.com/neogeo-pocket-color-selection-vol-1-on-steam-has-a-different-lineup/.
- ↑ GSK (November 9, 2022). "Retro Re-release Roundup, week of November 10, 2022". https://retronauts.com/article/1965/retro-re-release-roundup-week-of-november-10-2022.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 "Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1". Metacritic. Fandom. https://www.metacritic.com/game/neo-geo-pocket-color-selection-vol-1/.
- ↑ "Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1 Reviews". OpenCritic. 2 April 2021. https://opencritic.com/game/11110/neogeo-pocket-color-selection-vol-1.
- ↑ Peeples, Jeremy (Mar 24, 2021). "Review: Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1". https://hardcoregamer.com/2021/03/24/review-neo-geo-pocket-color-selection-vol-1/400846/.
- ↑ Gipp, Stuart (Mar 27, 2021). "Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol.1 Review (Switch eShop)". http://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/switch-eshop/neo_geo_pocket_color_selection_vol_1.
- ↑ Musgrave, Shaun (March 23, 2021). "SwitchArcade Round-Up: 'NEOGEO Pocket Color Selection' Review, Mini-Views Featuring 'Kingdoms of Amalur', Plus Today's New Releases and Sales". https://toucharcade.com/2021/03/23/switcharcade-round-up-neogeo-pocket-color-selection-review-mini-views-featuring-kingdoms-of-amalur-plus-todays-new-releases-and-sales/.
- ↑ "Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 2". Metacritic. Fandom. https://www.metacritic.com/game/neogeo-pocket-color-selection-vol-2/.
- ↑ "Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 2 Reviews". OpenCritic. https://opencritic.com/game/13992/neogeo-pocket-color-selection-vol-2.
- ↑ Musgrave, Shaun (November 15, 2022). "SwitchArcade Round-Up: Reviews Featuring 'NEOGEO Pocket Color Selection Vol.2', Plus the Latest Releases and Sales". https://toucharcade.com/2022/11/15/neogeo-pocket-color-selection-vol-2-switch-review-oddworld-soulstorm-jurassic-world-eshop/.
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