Nintendo Classics – Virtual Boy coming to SEA on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack with 14 retro games & real glasses

Nintendo Classics ‑ Virtual Boy Revealed for Southeast Asia

What Nintendo Just Announced

Nintendo has confirmed in a Nintendo Direct event that Nintendo Classics – Virtual Boy is coming to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. The update introduces an official Virtual Boy retro game collection for players in Southeast Asia. It will support both Switch 1 and Switch 2 systems.

How It Works: Real Glasses Accessory or Cardboard Option

To play these Virtual Boy games on Switch, users will need either:

• An accessory that simulates the original Virtual Boy setup with real red‑tinted lenses and a stand. The Switch is placed from above into this device, and through the lenses (left & right) you get the 3D‑like effect, preserving Virtual Boy’s signature red‑black aesthetic.
• Or a cardboard box setup to replicate the same left‑right display through red‑colored lenses.
• Controls remain standard Joy‑Con.

Nintendo emphasizes that the red‑black style remains intact to preserve the original look and feel. Importantly, there’s a note to be cautious when using the setup for extended periods.

Games Included & Release Date

The collection will include 14 original Virtual Boy games, such as Mario Clash, Mario Tennis, Galactic Pinball, among others.

The official launch date is February 17 next year in Southeast Asia.

Why This Release Matters

• This brings back the Virtual Boy library in an accessible way, letting modern gamers experience the unique games and visuals without needing vintage hardware.
• The red‑lens 3D effect and aesthetic are preserved, giving a nostalgic but authentic feel.
• Multiple platform use (Switch 1 & 2) plus accessory or low‑cost cardboard solution makes it more inclusive.
• For those who love retro gaming, this expands the perks of Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack in a distinctive direction.

Final Thought

This project feels like more than just a retro reissue. It’s a love letter to one of Nintendo’s boldest experiments. If Nintendo nails the execution—accessory comfort, visual fidelity, and ease of use—it could redefine how far retro content can go on modern platforms. For fans of the peculiar, the rare, and the forgotten, this might be the most intriguing thing in the Expansion Pack yet.