NeoBox
NeoBox is a native macOS app for playing Neo Geo games with a built-in Geolith emulator.
What NeoBox is
NeoBox is a native macOS app for playing Neo Geo games with a built-in Geolith emulator. You supply your own ROMs and BIOS files; the app does not include or download them. It supports MAME-format ZIPs and can scan ROM folders, organize recognized games with bundled metadata, and watch folders for additions. The maker says its metadata covers 158 games, including MVS and AES titles through KOF 2003. Playback options include an optional Metal-rendered CRT shader, Auto 4:3 or pixel-perfect integer scaling, and support for Xbox, PlayStation, Switch Pro, and MFi controllers over USB or Bluetooth. Keyboard input is also available. NeoBox provides timestamped save states, numbered slots, per-game memory cards, and F12 screenshots. Users can switch to an external MAME emulator, with the library, save states, and bindings carrying over. It requires macOS 14 or later and is native for Apple Silicon. The listed price is $14.99, paid once.
Good
- Organizes recognized games from ROM folders.
- Supports MVS and AES emulation.
- Offers timestamped save states and memory cards.
- Works with several controllers over USB or Bluetooth.
- Can use built-in Geolith or external MAME.
Watch out
- Requires macOS 14 or later.
- Users must provide their own ROMs and BIOS files.
- Listed price is $14.99, paid once.
Who it suits
NeoBox suits Mac users who already have Neo Geo ROMs and BIOS files and want to organize and play them in one app. Its controller support and multiple save options may also suit players who want those controls and features.
Verdict
NeoBox combines Neo Geo emulation, library organization, and save features in a native Mac app. It is a fit for Mac users prepared to supply their own game files and meet the macOS requirement.
Plans and prices
From NeoBox's own pricing page, checked 30 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| NeoBox: Neo Geo Player | $14.99, paid once | Only for Mac · Requires macOS 14 or later · You provide your own ROMs and BIOS files · $14.99 |
The facts
Each one read from NeoBox's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Controllers
- Xbox, PlayStation, Switch Pro, and MFi controllers work over USB or Bluetooth, with keyboard input available alongside.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Emulator
- The app bundles the Geolith emulator core and supports MAME-format ZIPs.checked 30 Sep 2026
- External emulator
- Users can choose external MAME instead of the built-in Geolith backend; the maker says the library, save states, and bindings carry over.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Game support
- The maker says the metadata covers 158 games and includes MVS/AES titles through KOF 2003.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Graphics
- NeoBox includes an optional Metal-rendered CRT shader and offers Auto 4:3 or pixel-perfect integer scaling.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Library
- NeoBox scans ROM folders, organizes recognized games with bundled metadata, and watches folders for new additions.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Product
- NeoBox is a native macOS app with a built-in Neo Geo emulator; users provide their own ROMs.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Requirements
- The Mac App Store listing says NeoBox requires macOS 14 or later and is native for Apple Silicon.checked 30 Sep 2026
- ROM handling
- NeoBox does not ship with or download ROMs or BIOS files; the user supplies them.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Save features
- It offers timestamped save states, numbered save slots, per-game memory cards, and F12 screenshots.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Security
- The Mac App Store listing describes the app as signed and notarized.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Support
- A version-history entry says launch error messages include a Send Report button for emailing details to the developer.checked 30 Sep 2026
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