Hands-On Preview: Virtual Boy Debuts on Switch Online With Five Takeaways

Nintendo Life’s Ollie Reynolds shares five takeaways from a hands-on with the Virtual Boy on Nintendo Switch Online ahead of its February 17, 2026 launch: the hardware feels sturdy and visually striking, but there’s no official Virtual Boy controller which hurts the full experience; you can tweak the screen and viewing angle for better focus, and you’ll want a proper play setup (desk height, posture) to enjoy it; some launch titles like Virtual Boy Wario Land and Red Alarm look great, while Zero Racers and D‑Hopper aren’t playable at launch; a cardboard variant is also available, and the headset is priced at £66.99 / $99.99.