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My Nintendo adds Zelda desktop metal display, Virtual Boy glasses case
My Nintendo in North America has added two new rewards for Nintendo Switch Online members: a desktop metal display based on the original The Legend of Zelda game and a Virtual Boy-inspired glasses case. The Zelda display features iconic package art, while the glasses case offers a nostalgic and practical accessory.
Inside the Nintendo Museum: The DNA of a Toy Maker
The Nintendo Museum in Kyoto highlights the company's enduring 'toy maker' philosophy, contrasting it with Sony's 'data stream' approach. The article emphasizes Nintendo's focus on physical media, tactile experiences, and a broad retail ecosystem, exemplified by the Virtual Boy and its approach to game preservation, while criticizing Sony's reliance on digital distribution and high-spec hardware.
Something for the Weekend – 01/08/26
This week's gaming news includes Sony's cautious approach to physical media, Nvidia's reported graphics card price increase, and Double Fine regaining independence with layoffs. New game announcements include Thimbleweed Park 2 and a Croc 2 remaster, with Crazy Taxi: World Tour and Marathon's PvE mode receiving updates. PlayStation Plus August 2026 Essential games were revealed, and Xbox Network experienced downtime due to a licensing service issue.
Two cancelled Virtual Boy games announced for Nintendo Classics
Nintendo has announced the addition of two previously unreleased Virtual Boy titles, D-HOPPER (also known as Dragon Hopper) and ZERO RACERS, to its Nintendo Classics library. D-HOPPER is an action-adventure game developed by Intelligent Systems, while ZERO RACERS is a cancelled spin-off of the F-Zero series.
Modder does what Nintendon't and makes a Switch 2 Virtual Boy controller
A modder named James Channel has created a kit that transforms an original Virtual Boy controller into a wireless gamepad compatible with the Nintendo Switch Online service, PC, and Meta Quest headsets. The mod replaces the original internal components with Bluetooth guts, offering wireless functionality and modern power options like USB-C rechargeable lithium battery packs. The kit is available for $99 for the PCB or $249 for a complete controller.
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.
New Virtual Boy reviews on Switch: Jack Bros., Vertical Force, V-Tetris and more
Nintendo 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 2
Nintendo 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 cuts Switch 2 production following disappointing holiday sales, but history shows why we shouldn’t be surprised
Nintendo has reportedly cut production of the Nintendo Switch 2 by 30% following disappointing holiday sales in the U.S. Despite this downturn, the article suggests that Nintendo's history of console sales fluctuations, including past successes like the Nintendo Wii and the original Nintendo Switch, indicates a potential for future recovery. Factors such as tariffs and rising memory chip prices are cited as contributing to the current market challenges.
You can now use an OG Virtual Boy controller wirelessly with the Switch, and I'm hoping it inspires Nintendo to…
Modder RetroOnyx has developed a wireless mod board for the original Virtual Boy controller, making it compatible with the Nintendo Switch, PC, and Meta Quest VR headsets. The $99 mod replaces the original internal components with a new PCB, adding Bluetooth connectivity. This project aims to inspire Nintendo to release more official retro gaming accessories.
I respect the Virtual Boy as a collectable Switch 2 gadget, but it’s not exactly a retro console remake
The new Virtual Boy accessory for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 is a detailed collectible that replicates the original's look and feel, offering a unique way to experience retro games. However, its high price, lack of a dedicated controller, and reliance on the Nintendo Switch Online subscription prevent it from being a true retro console remake.
