July 2nd 2024.
Do you remember the Sega Neptune, the cancelled console that was supposed to be a combination of the Mega Drive and the 32X add-on? Well, it may not have made it to the market, but a group of passionate fans have brought it back to life in the form of the GF1 Neptune.
For those who may not be familiar with the history, Sega was once at the top of the console market in the early 1990s, even surpassing Nintendo in sales with their Mega Drive. However, their follow-up console, the Sega Saturn, marked the beginning of their decline in the hardware space. But before that, they had plans for the Sega Neptune, a hybrid console that would combine the Mega Drive and 32X. Unfortunately, concerns about it conflicting with the Saturn led to its cancellation in October 1995.
Although a few prototypes were created, the Neptune never made it to store shelves. However, the idea has now been revived by a Brazilian company called GamesCare. The GF1 Neptune will be compatible with original Mega Drive and 32X cartridges, as well as Sega CD games. It will also feature a HDMI connection with 1080p resolution, an SD card slot for storage, and its own online platform for accessing exclusive services.
While a trailer was released last month, there is still no official word on the price or availability of the GF1 Neptune. It is also uncertain if it will be sold outside of Brazil, as GamesCare is a store based in Sao Paulo that specializes in making and selling gaming accessories.
For fans of classic games, this sounds like a dream come true. However, it may be wise to wait for an official price announcement, as there could be additional import fees for those interested in purchasing it in the UK. It's worth noting that Sega's last home console was the Dreamcast, which was released in 1999 but discontinued just two years later due to poor sales.
If you're interested in learning more about the GF1 Neptune, you can visit GamesCare's official website. And for those who want to stay updated on all the latest gaming news and releases, be sure to sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media. We love hearing from our readers, so feel free to email us or leave a comment below. You can also submit letters and features through our Submit Stuff page. Thank you for being a part of our community!
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