Head-to-head · Neo Geo Emulators
NEO.emu vs GxGeo
NEO.emu leads on 0 checks, GxGeo on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreNEO.emu · 9.0/10
- Free planonly GxGeo
- Most featuresNEO.emu · 3 of 6
NEO.emu scores higher on our rubric for neo geo emulators: 9.0 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
GxGeo offers free plan; NEO.emu doesn't.
NEO.emu is the better fit for feature-rich AES/MVS play across devices. GxGeo is the better fit for free AES/MVS emulation on Wii.
- NEO.emu fits best
Feature-rich AES/MVS play across devices
- GxGeo fits best
Free AES/MVS emulation on Wii
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Side by side
| Feature | NEO.emu 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | GxGeo 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #2 in Neo Geo Emulators | #4 in Neo Geo Emulators |
| Best for | Feature-rich AES/MVS play across devices | Free AES/MVS emulation on Wii |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free |
| Starting price | — | Free plan |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Support | Email, Docs, Community | Docs, Community |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo |
| Features NEO.emu 3/6 · GxGeo 2/6 | ||
| AES emulation | ✓ | ✓ |
| MVS emulation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Neo Geo CD support | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Related SNK arcade | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Netplay | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Save states | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | Android, iOS, Linux | Wii, vWii, Wii Mini |
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| Our verdict | NEO.emu is an open-source emulator for Neo Geo MVS and AES software, aimed at players who want configurable controls and support across Android, iOS and Linux. It is based on a modified version of GnGeo and supports MAME 0.144 or newer ROM… Read the review → |
GxGeo is a free, GPLv2-licensed Neo-Geo emulator for Nintendo Wii homebrew. It supports both AES and MVS software and is intended for users who want to run Neo-Geo titles on Wii-family systems. The Open Shop Channel lists compatibility… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
NEO.emu — where it wins
- Supports both Neo Geo MVS and AES software
- Universe BIOS enables region and mode editing
- Save states and Bluetooth/USB HID controller support
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- ROM files must be supplied by the user
- Paid distribution may not suit occasional players
GxGeo — where it wins
- Supports both Neo-Geo AES and MVS software
- Works with Wii Remote and GameCube controllers
- Supports SDHC cards and zipped ROM files
Where it doesn't
- Platform coverage is limited to Wii, vWii and Wii Mini
- Installation requires SD-card placement of files and folders
- The latest listed release dates to 2010
- NEO.emu9.0/10 · Paid
A paid, open-source emulator with broad Neo Geo support and flexible controls.
Visit NEO.emuFull verdict → - GxGeo8.4/10 · Free plan
A free, open-source Wii emulator covering both Neo-Geo AES and MVS software.
Visit GxGeoFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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