The hardware, which is being independently developed and published under license from SNK, was originally scheduled for a release earlier this year. PLAION REPLAI has decided to expand manufacturing and increase investment in the platform to satisfy the high demand. This move also allows the company to broaden its long-term software roadmap.

The delay is a direct result of the enthusiastic reception the NEOGEO AES+ received upon its announcement. The company is now working to scale up production to ensure the product can meet the expectations of collectors and fans.