The Neo Geo CD is a home video game console released by SNK in 1994. It is part of the Neo Geo family and features a CD-ROM format for games, allowing for larger storage compared to traditional cartridges. The console is known for its high-quality graphics and sound, making it popular among fighting game enthusiasts. Despite its advanced features, the Neo Geo CD faced criticism for its slower loading times compared to cartridge-based systems. It offered a library of classic games, including titles from the King of Fighters and Samurai Shodown series, appealing to fans of arcade-style gameplay.