Nintendo Is Bringing Back the Reviled 'Virtual Boy' as a Switch Accessory

Nintendo is bringing back the reviled 'Virtual Boy' as a Switch accessory

Nintendo has a long history of redefining gaming with consoles that capture the imagination of kids and adults alike. They also made the Virtual Boy — and let’s be honest, that one was a dud.Now, nearly 30 years later, the infamous headache machine known for its drab red-and-black video games is making a comeback as an accessory for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. For $99, you can once again fry your retinas with stereoscopic 3D — this time to…

Virtual Boy Returns: Switch Adapter and 14 Classic Titles Headed to Switch in 2026

Thirty years after its debut, Nintendo is reviving its legendary Virtual Boy. During the Nintendo Direct 2025 presentation, the company unveiled an adapter that supports both the Switch and the Switch 2, allowing players to experience the stereoscopic effect on modern screens. Nintendo plans to release two versions: a plastic replica that echoes the original headset and a simplified cardboard edition for budget buyers. Each design lets you slide…