Nintendo has officially announced the highly anticipated launch lineup for Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics, a curated collection of the legendary Virtual Boy library.
This exclusive addition will be available to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members starting February 17, 2026.
The release marks the first time many of these unique titles will be accessible on modern hardware, offering both nostalgia and discovery for retro gaming enthusiasts on the Nintendo Switch platform. Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics will debut with a robust selection of iconic games.
The initial lineup includes "Galactic Pinball," the immersive puzzler "3D-Tetris," and the classic fighting title "Teleroboxer." Fans can also look forward to "Virtual Boy Wario Land," often considered one of the system’s standout platformers, as well as "The Mansion of Innsmouth," "Golf," and the action-packed "Red Alarm." Nintendo has stated that this first wave of releases will be followed by additional titles throughout 2026, solidifying a steady cadence of retro content via the Switch Online service. Further enriching the Virtual Boy library, Nintendo is set to add "Mario Clash," "Mario’s Tennis," "Jack Bros.," "Space Invaders Virtual Collection," "Virtual Bowling," "Vertical Force," and "V-Tetris" within the same year.
For the first time ever, the previously unreleased games "Zero Racers" and "D-Hopper" will also launch in 2026, expanding the available selection and providing unique archival value to long-time fans and collectors. Nintendo is complementing these classic releases with modern enhancements that have become hallmarks of the Switch Online experience.
Members will be able to take advantage of the rewind feature, allowing players to reverse gameplay and correct mistakes—an innovative accessibility function widely praised in previous legacy offerings.
Additionally, users can expect customizable button mapping, empowering them to tailor controls for individual comfort and play styles.
Later in the year, Nintendo also plans to introduce color screen options, enabling players to adjust the visual presentation beyond the original red-and-black palette. In line with Nintendo’s broader retro gaming initiatives, these features demonstrate the company’s commitment to preserving gaming history while integrating modern conveniences for today’s audience.
The addition of Virtual Boy titles joins an expanding library of legacy content on Nintendo Switch Online, continuing to drive engagement and value for the subscription-based Expansion Pack tier. As anticipation builds for the February 17, 2026 release, fans can preview the collection and new functionalities in the recently released overview trailer.
Nintendo’s approach underscores their ongoing dedication to celebrating and reimagining classic gaming experiences on contemporary hardware through the Nintendo Switch Online platform.
This exclusive addition will be available to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members starting February 17, 2026.
The release marks the first time many of these unique titles will be accessible on modern hardware, offering both nostalgia and discovery for retro gaming enthusiasts on the Nintendo Switch platform. Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics will debut with a robust selection of iconic games.
The initial lineup includes "Galactic Pinball," the immersive puzzler "3D-Tetris," and the classic fighting title "Teleroboxer." Fans can also look forward to "Virtual Boy Wario Land," often considered one of the system’s standout platformers, as well as "The Mansion of Innsmouth," "Golf," and the action-packed "Red Alarm." Nintendo has stated that this first wave of releases will be followed by additional titles throughout 2026, solidifying a steady cadence of retro content via the Switch Online service. Further enriching the Virtual Boy library, Nintendo is set to add "Mario Clash," "Mario’s Tennis," "Jack Bros.," "Space Invaders Virtual Collection," "Virtual Bowling," "Vertical Force," and "V-Tetris" within the same year.
For the first time ever, the previously unreleased games "Zero Racers" and "D-Hopper" will also launch in 2026, expanding the available selection and providing unique archival value to long-time fans and collectors. Nintendo is complementing these classic releases with modern enhancements that have become hallmarks of the Switch Online experience.
Members will be able to take advantage of the rewind feature, allowing players to reverse gameplay and correct mistakes—an innovative accessibility function widely praised in previous legacy offerings.
Additionally, users can expect customizable button mapping, empowering them to tailor controls for individual comfort and play styles.
Later in the year, Nintendo also plans to introduce color screen options, enabling players to adjust the visual presentation beyond the original red-and-black palette. In line with Nintendo’s broader retro gaming initiatives, these features demonstrate the company’s commitment to preserving gaming history while integrating modern conveniences for today’s audience.
The addition of Virtual Boy titles joins an expanding library of legacy content on Nintendo Switch Online, continuing to drive engagement and value for the subscription-based Expansion Pack tier. As anticipation builds for the February 17, 2026 release, fans can preview the collection and new functionalities in the recently released overview trailer.
Nintendo’s approach underscores their ongoing dedication to celebrating and reimagining classic gaming experiences on contemporary hardware through the Nintendo Switch Online platform.
