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| Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics brings Nintendo’s short-lived system to Nintendo Switch Online. |
By Jon Scarr
Nintendo has confirmed the launch date and line up for Virtual Boy Nintendo Classics. Launching on February 17, 2026, bringing the short-lived 1995 system’s library to both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
The announcement arrived alongside a new trailer that outlines the initial lineup and confirms more titles are planned later this year. The collection will be available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Launch lineup for Virtual Boy Nintendo Classics
Seven games will be available at launch:
- Galactic Pinball
- Teleroboxer
- RED ALARM
- Virtual Boy Wario Land
- 3-D TETRIS
- GOLF
- The Mansion of Innsmouth
The list includes some of the Virtual Boy’s most reconizable releases, including Teleroboxer and my personal favourite Virtual Boy Wario Land.
Nintendo also confirmed additional games planned for 2026, including two that were never released:
- Mario Clash
- Mario’s Tennis
- Jack Bros.
- Space Invaders Virtual Collection
- Virtual Bowling
- Vertical Force
- V-Tetris
- Zero Racers (previously unreleased)
- D-Hopper (previously unreleased)
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| Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics arrives on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on February 17, 2026. |
Classic features with modern conveniences
Nintendo says Virtual Boy Nintendo Classics includes the same quality-of-life tools found in other Switch Online retro libraries. That includes:
- Rewind gameplay
- Save states
- Control remapping
- Visual settings options
Later in 2026, Nintendo also plans to add screen colour options, giving you alternatives to the Virtual Boy’s original red-and-black presentation.
To access the library, Nintendo says you’ll need the Virtual Boy accessory, which will be available in both a standard version and a lower-cost cardboard model.
A return for one of Nintendo’s most unusual systems
Originally released in 1995, the Virtual Boy remains one of Nintendo’s most unusual hardware experiments. Despite its short lifespan, it developed a cult following thanks to games like Virtual Boy Wario Land and Teleroboxer.
High cost, limited software support, and its distinctive display technology led to the system being discontinued within a year. Even so, many of its games have remained difficult to access legally for decades.
Virtual Boy Nintendo Classics brings that catalogue forward in a more accessible way, while also preserving titles that were previously locked to ageing hardware.
Release date and trailer
Virtual Boy Nintendo Classics launches on February 17, 2026, exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
A new trailer showcasing the lineup and features is available below.
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