Labo VR is reportedly compatible with Virtual Boy for Switch Online and Nintendo Life

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Virtual Boy for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack (currently we'll never get around Nintendo's naming conventions) is scheduled for release on February 17, 2026. However, if you don't want to spend money on the $66.99/AU$99.99 copy or the cheaper boxed equivalent, then you might be in luck.

If you have a Labo VR kit sitting around gathering dust, you might want to get it out in a few days.According to GamesBeat, a Nintendo Treehouse employee has confirmed that the Cardboard peripheral will be compatible with the Virtual Boy in NSO.

Now, just to be absolutely sure, we've reached out to Nintendo directly and will update this article once we receive confirmation.But honestly, it makes sense that Labo VR would be supported, and I hope it makes the prospect of playing Virtual Boy games a little easier for current owners.

Released in 2019, the VR headset can be used by blockbusters like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Super Mario Odyssey. Nintendo has opted not to use it in recent years, but the cardboard version of the Virtual Boy headset certainly took some inspiration.It will launch with a full-fat replica for a cheap £16.99 / $24.99.

Obviously, if you're planning on using your own Labo VR kit, you'll need to consider that the Switch 2 simply won't fit into the peripheral.So you'll have to stick with the OG Switch, but luckily the Virtual Boy will be compatible with both systems.