The Switch 2's Virtual Boy is a tribute to Nintendo's wackiest console
ThinkingNews Desk · how this was written
Nintendo’s Virtual Boy, once regarded as the company’s wackiest console, has resurfaced as a nostalgic accessory for the Switch 2, featuring retro-style gameplay and a quirky design that pays tribute to the original. Original units continue to fetch high prices, while hobbyists sustain its legacy through emulation and homebrew games, and Nintendo now openly acknowledges its existence.
Written from all 3 reports below, not from any single one.
How it was reported
- Wired·Nintendo’s Virtual Boy Is a Silly but Fun Blast From the Past
The Nintendo Virtual Boy is a nostalgic accessory. It adds quirkiness to the Switch 2. This $100 add-on brings retro fun.
- Engadget·The Switch 2's Virtual Boy is a tribute to Nintendo's wackiest console
The Switch 2's Virtual Boy is a tribute to Nintendo's unusual console. It likely features retro-style gameplay and nostalgic design. The Virtual Boy was Nintendo's wackiest console, known for its unique features.
- The Verge·Nintendo’s new Virtual Boy is more fun to look at than to play
Nintendo's Virtual Boy, a past failure, remains a fascinating part of the company's history. Original units still sell for hundreds of dollars and hobbyists keep it alive through emulation and homebrew games. Nintendo now acknowledges the Virtual Boy's existence.
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