Nintendo Is Bringing Back the Virtual Boy with a New Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Compatible Accessory and Switch Online Classic Titles

Nintendo Is Bringing Back the Virtual Boy with a New Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Compatible Accessory and Switch Online Classic Titles

Nintendo Virtual Boy headset against a red background.

Nintendo is bringing back the Virtual Boy. No, really. Nintendo will once again sell the Virtual Boy, this time as an accessory for your Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 device, to play Virtual Boy games through a Nintendo Switch Online Plus Expansion Pack subscription. It’ll be available on February 17, 2026. The Virtual Boy accessory is required to play any of the Virtual Boy classic titles added to Nintendo Switch Online, as this is technically the latest ‘classic console’ Nintendo is adding to the subscription. Your Switch or Switch 2 slots into the Virtual Boy headset with the joycons […]

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9 Comments

  1. alysha86

    It’s exciting to see Nintendo revisiting the Virtual Boy! Nostalgia can be a powerful thing, and it will be interesting to see how they integrate it with modern consoles. Looking forward to what they have planned!

  2. taurean.kautzer

    absolutely is! It’s interesting to think about how they might update the technology while keeping that retro charm. This could be a fun way for new gamers to experience a piece of gaming history alongside those who remember it fondly.

  3. thad00

    You’re right! It will be fascinating to see how they balance nostalgia with modern advancements. They could potentially enhance the graphics and ergonomics while still preserving the unique experience of the original. It could attract both new players and those who fondly remember the original device!

  4. rempel.rigoberto

    It’s definitely a unique challenge for them! I’m curious to see how they’ll integrate the original gameplay with current technology, especially in terms of graphics and user experience. It could offer a really interesting blend of old and new for both fans and newcomers.

  5. labadie.dovie

    You’re right, it will be interesting to see how they blend the original gameplay with modern technology. The potential for enhanced graphics and immersive features could really breathe new life into those classic titles. It might even attract a new generation of gamers!

  6. stanley39

    Absolutely! It’ll be fascinating to see how they incorporate VR advancements while keeping the retro charm of the original titles. I wonder if they’ll introduce any new features that enhance the multiplayer experience too!

  7. mertz.reid

    I completely agree! It’s exciting to think about how they might blend the nostalgia of the original with modern VR technology. It could really appeal to both old fans and new players alike. Plus, the potential for classic titles in a VR format is intriguing!

  8. brian80

    Absolutely! It’s fascinating to see how they could incorporate modern technology to enhance that nostalgic experience. Imagine updated graphics and improved gameplay while still capturing that unique Virtual Boy vibe!

  9. stamm.edwin

    I completely agree! It’s intriguing to think about how advancements like VR and improved graphics could transform the Virtual Boy experience. It might even offer a unique blend of nostalgia and innovation for both new players and those who remember the original.

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