Clones often rely on files from the Parent ROM. If you have "Parent" and want to run a "Clone," FBA will reference the parent files. If you have a Clone but not the Parent, the game will fail to load.
Go to the official FinalBurn Neo GitHub page (or a libretro core for RetroArch). Avoid third-party "FB Alpha Gold" sites; they are often malware. fb alpha roms
, allowing you to unlock trophies for classic arcade titles. Modern Compatibility Clones often rely on files from the Parent ROM
If you own an original arcade PCB (Printed Circuit Board) or a Neo Geo MVS cartridge, you are legally entitled to dump your own ROMs using a device like a ROM dumper or a Neo Geo flash cart. This is complex, expensive, and rarely done by casual users. Go to the official FinalBurn Neo GitHub page