Nintendo has officially unveiled the long-awaited arrival of classic Virtual Boy titles to the Nintendo Switch Online service, expanding its retro library for Switch and Switch 2 owners.
With an announced launch date of February 17, 2026, players will soon have the opportunity to revisit—and for some, discover for the first time—the unique experiences of Nintendo's 1990s 3D handheld on modern hardware. The announcement, released alongside a comprehensive trailer, highlights an initial roster of seven Virtual Boy games available from day one.
Confirmed titles include fan favorites such as "Galactic Pinball," "Teleroboxer," "Red Alarm," and "Virtual Boy Wario Land," alongside "3-D TETRIS," "Golf," and the atmospheric "The Mansion of Innsmouth." Nintendo has assured fans that more games will be added in subsequent updates, following the service’s established pattern with other classic platforms. Beyond established hits, the Virtual Boy collection promises exclusive content, with two never-before-released games—"Zero Racers" and "Dragon-Hopper"—scheduled for a 2026 debut on Nintendo Switch Online.
This marks the first time these lost titles will be officially accessible to the public, cementing the Virtual Boy library as a must-have for gaming historians and collectors. To access these titles, players are required to use the Virtual Boy accessory, compatible with both the standard and the newly introduced cardboard models.
Nintendo has implemented a suite of modern features for the service, including gameplay rewind, customizable save states, and remappable controls.
Later this year, players will gain the ability to adjust screen coloration settings, enhancing the classic experience for new and returning users alike. A Nintendo spokesperson emphasized the goal of bringing more of the company’s gaming heritage to a wider audience, stating that fans can look forward to the ongoing expansion of the Switch Online library.
The inclusion of the Virtual Boy, a platform with a legacy both unique and niche, further underlines Nintendo's commitment to preserving gaming history through its subscription service. With anticipation building ahead of the February 17 launch, the introduction of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online signifies a pivotal moment for retro gaming enthusiasts and Switch owners.
Players eager to experience these rare and groundbreaking titles can look forward to an authentic and enhanced journey through Nintendo’s past.
With an announced launch date of February 17, 2026, players will soon have the opportunity to revisit—and for some, discover for the first time—the unique experiences of Nintendo's 1990s 3D handheld on modern hardware. The announcement, released alongside a comprehensive trailer, highlights an initial roster of seven Virtual Boy games available from day one.
Confirmed titles include fan favorites such as "Galactic Pinball," "Teleroboxer," "Red Alarm," and "Virtual Boy Wario Land," alongside "3-D TETRIS," "Golf," and the atmospheric "The Mansion of Innsmouth." Nintendo has assured fans that more games will be added in subsequent updates, following the service’s established pattern with other classic platforms. Beyond established hits, the Virtual Boy collection promises exclusive content, with two never-before-released games—"Zero Racers" and "Dragon-Hopper"—scheduled for a 2026 debut on Nintendo Switch Online.
This marks the first time these lost titles will be officially accessible to the public, cementing the Virtual Boy library as a must-have for gaming historians and collectors. To access these titles, players are required to use the Virtual Boy accessory, compatible with both the standard and the newly introduced cardboard models.
Nintendo has implemented a suite of modern features for the service, including gameplay rewind, customizable save states, and remappable controls.
Later this year, players will gain the ability to adjust screen coloration settings, enhancing the classic experience for new and returning users alike. A Nintendo spokesperson emphasized the goal of bringing more of the company’s gaming heritage to a wider audience, stating that fans can look forward to the ongoing expansion of the Switch Online library.
The inclusion of the Virtual Boy, a platform with a legacy both unique and niche, further underlines Nintendo's commitment to preserving gaming history through its subscription service. With anticipation building ahead of the February 17 launch, the introduction of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online signifies a pivotal moment for retro gaming enthusiasts and Switch owners.
Players eager to experience these rare and groundbreaking titles can look forward to an authentic and enhanced journey through Nintendo’s past.
