Nintendo has surprised many fans. While players have been eagerly requesting sequels, updated versions of old games, and new releases, Nintendo seems to be focusing on bringing back a classic – the Virtual Boy. This isn’t a brand new device, but a remake of the original Virtual Boy from 1995, complete with its signature red-tinted games.
This product is really playing on people’s fondness for older games. It’s doubtful many modern gamers will be excited about titles like *Galactic Pinball*. However, the new Virtual Boy should still provide some simple entertainment simply because it’s a unique throwback. The original Virtual Boy was an early and somewhat clunky attempt at virtual reality, using a small screen and a clever visual trick called parallax – which creates the illusion of depth – to make games appear more three-dimensional. While it’s not revolutionary by today’s standards, it’s a fun piece of gaming history and might hint at Nintendo’s future plans for accessories with the Switch 2.
Unfortunately, the original Virtual Boy games will only be available to players who subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online.
Thanks, Virtual Boy—The Switch 2 Is Starting to Look as Peripheral-Heavy as the Wii
The Wii Was Nintendo’s Peripheral Era
The Nintendo Wii is a well-known console that brought people together with its simple motion controls. Games like *Wii Sports* made it incredibly fun and accessible for everyone, more so than similar devices like the Xbox Kinect. The Wii also had a playful feel, and many different accessories were released to go with it, including:
- The Wii Balance Board
- Wii Wheel (for racing games like Mario Kart Wii)
- Wii Laser Crossbow
- Wii Zapper
- Wii MotionPlus
This refers only to the accessories Nintendo created and sold themselves. Many other add-ons were made by other companies for the Wii, such as grips designed to turn the Wiimote into a baseball bat or golf club. However, whether made by Nintendo or another company, these accessories reveal a lot about Nintendo’s approach to gaming. It’s not surprising that the simple and accessible Wii had so many fun extras, and we’re seeing a similar pattern emerge with the Switch 2.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Building Its Own Library of Peripheral Devices
The Switch 2 will have a range of accessories, from useful items like a new Joy-Con charging grip to more unusual ones. The recently announced Virtual Boy is a good example of Nintendo experimenting again, and the Switch 2 Camera could end up being a fun, but ultimately unnecessary, add-on like the Wii Zapper or Balance Board. If the Virtual Boy proves popular with more than just collectors, Nintendo is likely to release even more unique and quirky accessories.
Similar to the original Wii, the Switch 2 will likely focus on a key, standout feature. This isn’t a drawback – the Switch’s ability to be played both on the TV and as a handheld was a brilliant idea. It allowed Nintendo to compete with more powerful consoles like PlayStation and Xbox in a new way, and even inspired devices like the Steam Deck. Nintendo is known for taking risks and being innovative, which might lead to some unusual accessories in the future. Only time will tell if these additions, like the Switch 2’s Camera or the Virtual Boy, will ultimately be seen as good things for the console.
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