Neo Geo AES+ reportedly came close to cancellation over chip shortage

A new report claims the Neo Geo AES+, SNK and Plaion's modern remake of the 1990 console, nearly faced cancellation rather than just delay due to a severe chip shortage. The shortage is linked to what's being called the "RAMpocalypse," an AI-driven surge in demand for RAM chips that left manufacturers unable to fulfil orders.

A new report claims the Neo Geo AES+, SNK and Plaion's modern remake of the 1990 console, nearly faced cancellation rather than just delay due to a severe chip shortage. The shortage is linked to what's being called the "RAMpocalypse," an AI-driven surge in demand for RAM chips that left manufacturers unable to fulfil orders.

Originally reported 22 September 2026. Read the full story with all the details on timeextension.com

Neo Geo AES+ reportedly came close to cancellation over chip shortage
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