A Cheap Alternative to One of the Most Expensive Switch 2 Accessories
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers will be able to play classic Virtual Boy games using their Labo VR Kit starting February 17, 2026, offering an alternative option without needing a new physical accessory or the cardboard version.
Ahmed Hassan · 2 min read
Virtual Boy Games Compatible with Labo VR Kit on Switch - Another VR Option for Owners
Nintendo has announced that Virtual Boy games, arriving on the Expansion Pack service on February 17, 2026, will be compatible with the original Labo VR Kit. This is good news for owners of the Labo VR Kit, who can use it to experience Virtual Boy games on the Switch. Labo VR owners now have another option besides the official premium plastic or more affordable cardboard VR headsets. According to a Nintendo Treehouse team member, Nintendo did not promote Labo VR Kit compatibility because the kits are no longer sold. Prepare to enjoy classics like Galactic Pinball or 3D Tetris on your Switch, now with added Labo VR support.
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