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A subreddit that celebrates the Nintendo Virtual Boy console. All Hail the Virtual Boy!

This is a subreddit dedicated to Nintendo's Virtual Boy game console. Released on July 21, 1995 in Japan and August 14, 1995 in North America, it only cost about $180. Few games were released, but several of them were great.

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This week's pick ups

13 Comments
2024/10/28
02:11 UTC

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Still Climbing (lvl 40 new PB) in Mario Clash

It was going really well until lives started dropping in a single level. I started thinking pipes were connected differently and made some pretty stupid mistakes. Looking forward to reaching level 50.

4 Comments
2024/10/27
04:18 UTC

3

What is the last released version of VBjin emulator?

Hi,

I found VBjin-svn61 is the last version downloadable from the emulator's archived Google Code website, but many unofficial sites offer VBjin-r103 or 'SVN 103'.

Does anyone know what the story is here, and which one is most recent or preferred?

I know about VBJin-OVR for the Oculus Rift, and that Mednafen uses the same (but probably newer) core, but I am looking for VBjin.

Thanks!

0 Comments
2024/10/25
16:37 UTC

21

Mario Clash: Still Climbing (lvl 32 new PB)

Losing lives is always a stupid mistake by myself. The key so far is to not be overconfident with stomping turts.

0 Comments
2024/10/20
17:58 UTC

68

It finally arrived

I have been waiting to get my hands on this console since I was 10 years old.

7 Comments
2024/10/19
19:34 UTC

75

Finally got a Blockbuster foam case!

4 Comments
2024/10/18
20:33 UTC

29

First offical Virtual boy game

I recently bought the Virtual boy on ebay and it was delayed so this arrived first. I'm really looking forward to playing it, I have wanted a Virtual boy since I was 10 but hadn't pulled the trigger on buying one till now.

5 Comments
2024/10/18
03:20 UTC

62

Virtual Boy USB-C Power Delivery Pre-order, only $15

Completely sold out of my last batch, seems to have been popular enough that I've decided to do another run.

Pre-orders are up, link below, pre-orders close October 31st at 11:59pm EDT. Only $15 + shipping. These will begin shipping mid-November.

https://cardosicustoms.com/store/p/mountain-vue-virtual-fuel-virtual-boy-usb-c-power-delivery

In case you're wondering, this is a USB-C Power Delivery Module that slides into the back of the Virtual Boy controller to power the console. Say goodbye to the swapping out batteries and the expensive AC Tap.

You will need an AC adapter that supports a 9 Volt output as well as a data transfer USB-C cable, these are both linked in the description of the listing on my website.

14 Comments
2024/10/17
13:41 UTC

96

I finally joined the club!!

This is the only Nintendo console I’m Missing from the collection. Now I officially hage one of each home console!

39 Comments
2024/10/13
16:07 UTC

6

"Virtual Boy" | Rap Song

2 Comments
2024/10/07
19:10 UTC

9

Flash cart recommendations??

I’m picking up a virtual boy sometime this week and it even comes with 4 games but I really want to play some other ones like Jack bros but I don’t have a grand to throw away lmao. I saw other threads with the same question but I wanted to ask again anyway in case anything has changed and there’s new answers since then. Anything helps for a new member of this amazing community!!

6 Comments
2024/10/07
17:22 UTC

30

New PB- level 28 in Mario Clash

All lives were lost in level 28. All avoidable mistakes.

5 Comments
2024/10/06
15:46 UTC

6

Are there any Virtual boy controller to USB adapters for sale?

I was watching a stream of someone using a Virtual Boy controller on an emulator, I asked how he connected it and he said he customly bought a USB adapter. Is there anywhere I can buy this adapter or anyone able to customly make one?

9 Comments
2024/10/04
11:02 UTC

7

3D screenshots on modded 3ds: Yes, you can

If you're like me and enjoying Virtual Boy games on the convienance of a (modded) 3DS, great!

If you would like to take screenshots of the action and your achievements, well Luma (a major mod menu/firmware) that runs Red Viper (the good Virtual Boy emulator) can take screenshots already:

Press L + D-pad Down + Select at the same time and it will save the left & right images and the touchscreen image as separate BMP files, found in a "Screenshots" folder in the "Luma" folder on the root level of the 3DS. You can physically move the MicroSD card from 3DS to computer, or use a FTP program to transfer it over WiFi.

That's fine if you want 2D images, but what if you want a 3D screenshot you can view on the 3DS screen? For that, you need to convert the two upper-screen images into a single MPO image file? I found this program works (not perfectly, but well enough). You open the left/right images together, adjust the depth if you want to, then save it as an MPO file. The next step is to copy the MPO image into the 3DS's DCIM folder, where all the photos taken are stored. Put the image files in the most-recient folder inside the DCIM folder, but rename them so that they are the next sequential number.

Once that's done, go to the camera program on the 3DS, go to the View Photos/Videos tab, and then you may have to wait while it recognizes the new pictures and adds them to the grid of photo album pictures.

1 Comment
2024/10/02
01:05 UTC

11

A few hours left on the Robonaut Kickstarter.

Around 18 hours left. Now or never. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tronimal/robonaut

Tronimal - Robonaut, Nintendo Virtual Boy music album on Cartridge and CD, only via Kickstarter. Thanks a lot for your support! <3

12 Comments
2024/09/30
14:42 UTC

26

Level 17 in Mario Clash- a new pb

Last time I posted I got to level 10. Level 17 is my new pb. Dare I say I’m getting somewhat of a handle on the controls? No emulation here; real hardware.

0 Comments
2024/09/29
18:45 UTC

14

V-Tetris: The OG 3D Tetris Experience!

Ever played Tetris in 3D? V-Tetris for the Nintendo Virtual Boy was a groundbreaking game that brought a new dimension to the classic puzzle game. With its unique stereoscopic display, V-Tetris offered a truly immersive experience that set it apart from other Tetris games. The 3D effect added depth and made it even more satisfying to clear lines. Here are some interesting facts about V-Tetris:

  • It was one of the launch titles for the Nintendo Virtual Boy in 1995.

  • It features three game modes: Mode A (endless play), Mode B (clear a set number of lines), and Mode C (wide game field with scrolling).

  • V-Tetris was praised for its innovative use of 3D technology and addictive gameplay.

Have you played V-Tetris? What are your thoughts on the game?

Join the discussion below!

https://spoo.me/6D4Vki

6 Comments
2024/09/28
13:14 UTC

6

Anyone at the Retro Gaming Expo? Looking to trade Water World for a game that doesn’t suck.

3 Comments
2024/09/28
06:40 UTC

69

VB controller keychain at Nintendo Museum

I irrationally need this in my life.

6 Comments
2024/09/26
05:21 UTC

182

Official Virtual Boy Merchandise at the Nintendo Museum.

26 Comments
2024/09/26
05:17 UTC

35

We made it! ❤️ Yesterday we passed the 100%

kickstarter.com/projects/tronimal/robonaut

Thank you so much for all your help and support. Maybe we can even reach the stretch goal.

7 Comments
2024/09/24
16:56 UTC

75

Ad for VB from Toys R Us

I didn’t remember the price range of the VB games. Since so few came out I thought they all were about the same, at least initially.

Back in 2000 I picked up 4 or 5 of those licensed-but-third-party AC adapters from a TrU for ~$3 each.

8 Comments
2024/09/24
03:13 UTC

27

7 days left, 90% funded.

7 days left, 90% funded. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tronimal/robonaut

Tronimal - Robonaut, Nintendo Virtual Boy music album on Cartridge and CD will hopefully come true. Your support can make this happen. <3

7 Comments
2024/09/23
15:30 UTC

25

Been playing Mario Clash

Made it to level 10, been thinking about trying for more lately.

2 Comments
2024/09/23
01:49 UTC

94

My VirtualBoy I bought in '98

The games came a few years later. Paid like $3 to $4 a piece for them. I just finished soldering the LCD ribbon cable. Haven't played this thing in 15 years. The box is in near perfect condition. The eye shroud looks brand new. I went I to a retro game store and saw the crazy prices for VB games and pulled it out of storage.

9 Comments
2024/09/21
05:41 UTC

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