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Games Inbox: Will Nintendo make more cross-gen Switch games?Readers discuss Nintendo's potential strategy of releasing more cross-gen games for the Nintendo Switch, with some expressing concern over the quality of recent Switch-only titles. Other topics include the story modes in Mortal Kombat 1, the influence of console exclusives, and the changing gaming preferences of older players.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (16th May)This weekend's gaming plans include playing Sektori, Aliens: Fireteam Elite on PlayStation 5, and revisiting classics like Pokémon Blue and Yellow. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is highlighted as a standout release, with several staff members planning to play it. The article also notes a Nintendo Switch bundle announcement and a slight delay for The Legend of Zelda movie.
Outbound, Virtual Boy, and Indiana Jones join this week’s eShop roundupThe Nintendo eShop is receiving a significant influx of new content this week, including the release of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Nintendo Switch 2. Outbound, a cozy camping adventure, is also available on Switch and Switch 2 with a demo. Additionally, five new Virtual Boy titles, V-TETRIS, Jack Bros., SPACE INVADERS VIRTUAL COLLECTION, Virtual Bowling, and VERTICAL FORCE, have been added to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
New Virtual Boy reviews on Switch: Jack Bros., Vertical Force, V-Tetris and moreNintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack has added a third wave of Virtual Boy games, including Jack Bros., Vertical Force, and V-Tetris. While some titles like Vertical Force show promise, many, like Virtual Bowling and Space Invaders Virtual Collection, are considered uninteresting or flawed. The reviews highlight the unique but limited red-and-black stereoscopic 3D of the Virtual Boy console.
More Virtual Boy Games Now Available on Switch and Switch 2Nintendo has added five new Virtual Boy games to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service, with a sixth exclusive title available in Japan. The new additions include Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Vertical Force, Virtual Bowling, and V-Tetris, with Virtual Fishing being the Japanese exclusive. These titles expand the library of classic games accessible to subscribers on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch Online adds five more Classics for MayNintendo is adding five classic Virtual Boy games to its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass service in May: V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force. These titles are available to subscribers who also own the Virtual Boy peripheral.
US: Nintendo Download for 14th May, 2026Nintendo has released its latest download update for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. New titles include Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Outbound, alongside several Virtual Boy classics like V-TETRIS and Jack Bros. available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. The update also features new music tracks from Star Fox and details on the Pokémon Champions Season M-2 activities.
5 Virtual Boy games added to Nintendo ClassicsNintendo has added five Virtual Boy games to the Nintendo Switch Online service: Jack Bros, Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Vertical Force, Virtual Bowling, and V-Tetris. These titles are available through the "Virtual Boy - Nintendo Classics" app for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers. Additionally, limited-time Virtual Boy-themed profile icons are available for Expansion Pack members using Platinum Points.- Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics adds V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical ForceThe Virtual Boy - Nintendo Classics application has expanded its library with the addition of several new titles. Players can now access V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force on the platform.
Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Virtual Boy Library With Five More GamesNintendo has added five classic Virtual Boy titles to its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service: V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders: Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force. Access to these games requires the Expansion Pack subscription tier.
Nintendo Switch Online adds new Virtual Boy games in May 2026 updateNintendo Switch Online has added five Virtual Boy games to its service as part of the May 2026 update. The new additions include V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force. Access to these titles requires a Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscription and the latest update for the Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics app.