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Nintendo Unveils Virtual Boy Accessory for Switch Players

2/17/2026

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Nintendo has introduced a new accessory for the Switch and Switch 2 that enables players to access Virtual Boy games through its subscription service.
The accessory includes a cardboard headset for $24.99 and a replica Virtual Boy for $99.99.
The replica is a faithful recreation that requires an adapter for the original Switch.
Players can access the Virtual Boy games only through the subscription.
Nintendo plans future updates to enhance the experience, including color adjustments for visuals.

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Nintendo has introduced a new accessory for the Switch and Switch 2 that enables players to access Virtual Boy games through its subscription service.
The accessory includes a cardboard headset for $24.99 and a replica Virtual Boy for $99.99.
The replica is a faithful recreation that requires an adapter for the original Switch.
Players can access the Virtual Boy games only through the subscription.
Nintendo plans future updates to enhance the experience, including color adjustments for visuals.