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Nintendo Virtual Boy - Video Game Console

Platform : Virtual Boy
3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars 47 ratings

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The Virtual Boy is a tabletop console produced by Nintendo in 1995. The console creates a monochromatic (red/black) illusion of 3-dimensional depth which Nintendo promoted as virtual reality. The console and software production was short-lived and was discontinued after just under a year.

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3.2 out of 5 stars
3.2 out of 5
47 global ratings

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Customers like the entertainment value of the video game console. They say the games are cool and provide lots of entertainment. They also mention that the console is really fun and a good experiment for Nintendo. However, some customers feel the comfort is uncomfortable to play, with the controller being awkward.

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Customers find the games cool, fun, and provide lots of entertainment. They also say the console is a good experiment for Nintendo and a cool video game system.

"...boy (even though it died within a year of its release) was a cool video game system and brought 3-D gaming to the table for the first time...." Read more

"...art is cool the graphics are awsome for there time and the games are really fun to play...." Read more

"...I actually ENJOY the red and black visuals. The games are fun. The only flaw I find is that it is a little uncomfortable to play." Read more

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Customers are dissatisfied with the comfort of the video game console. They mention that it is uncomfortable to play, causes back pain, and hurts their eyes and neck.

"...the only other thing that kind of annoyed me was getting a little bit of back pain but nothing else happened to me and ive played on this thing for..." Read more

"...to play one first before you decide on buying the console, it hurts your eyes and neck and the controller is awkward because the handles set above..." Read more

"...The games are fun. The only flaw I find is that it is a little uncomfortable to play." Read more

Virtual Boy: The Black (Or Is It Red?) Sheep of Video Gaming
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Virtual Boy: The Black (Or Is It Red?) Sheep of Video Gaming
The Virtual boy was an astounding achievement in 3D tech. It features 2 built in red LED screens to give actual 3D depth, unlike just drawing a cube on a 2D piece of paper, the Virtual boy actually has 2 screens to simulate real 3D. And although one the most peculiar consoles on the market today, it still sells strong as a collectors item, being somewhat cheap and easy to find, yet being a revolutionary and unique. It is also a great way to start out a Vintage game collection, as most of its best games are also cheap and easy to find, like Red Alarm and Wario Land.I got mine with 4 games (2 are pretty rare) in its box for around one hundred dollars (I hope anyone else looking for one can get as good a deal!), and am very proud to own it. Two things I should point out though: The red LEDs can give you headaches, so I do not recommend playing for more than a half hour, and do not let children younger than 8 play it, as it could permanently damage their vision, and finally, I suggest you get the AC adapter set. It may be expensive, but it will save you a bundle over time. (It lasts 6 hours on 6 AA batteries)Highly recommended, but only for collectors over the age of 7.
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Jesse H.
5.0 out of 5 stars The Virtual Boy - A System that Sticks out from the Rest.
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2011
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Nintendo has a tendency to branch out and do things that are out of the norm in the video game market (an example would be the Wii), the Virtual Boy was no exception. The virtual boy utilized 2 red and black LED screens that would give the player a feeling of 3 dimensional depth. It was a neat idea for the time and was a good experiment for Nintendo. But it turned out to be a complete disaster. Due to a high price point, non-color screens, eye strain and seizures it created in some users, and the sooner than later release of the Nintendo 64, the virtual boy was a big flop. In my opinion, I think the virtual boy was a pretty creative take on a conventional game system. Sure it only had red and black screens, but I think if you're going to make that argument, you might as well make fun of the game boy by not keeping up with its competition and making high resolution color screens instead of its less advanced low resolution black and white screens. Plus it doesn't hurt your eyes too much if you play the system regularly. I've found that if you play it a few times for a period of about 20 minutes, your eyes will adjust and it won't hurt much anymore. Plus if you're going to make THAT argument, every game and game system runs the risk of giving you seizures and causing eye strain! In every game console's instruction manual, you'll find that people that have eye problems and issues with the way their brain processes that information, are the ones that are most susceptible to seizures when playing any video game! The Virtual Boy is no different! The games are cool, but due to the virtual boy's short lifespan, there's not many to choose from. My favorites being Mario's Tennis, Red Alarm, Mario Clash, Teleroboxer, 3-D Tetris, and Jack Brothers. These games are pretty good and provide lots of entertainment! If you're thinking about getting a virtual boy, I would recommend it! One thing to watch out for is even though it can run off batteries, it's not the most portable of portable game systems. The design is pretty awkward and you either have to play it on the stand, or have it positioned somehow so that it can be held firmly against your face. Also, if you're going to get one, make sure you get the system, a controller, the stand, the eyeshade (or visor), a source of power (either a battery pack or an ac adapter), and some games of coarse! Mario's Tennis is the most produced game in the virtual boy library because it came with every virtual boy when you bought it new at the store. You can order it here on Amazon pretty cheaply (like 2 or 3 dollars) along with the other games in its library. The virtual boy (even though it died within a year of its release) was a cool video game system and brought 3-D gaming to the table for the first time. It was a good lesson for Nintendo and provided the stepping stone to the next 3D console they would create: the Nintendo 3DS.
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the pieces of reeses
5.0 out of 5 stars Virtual Boy Review
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2014
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This system has had so much hate against it that people don't even consider buying one. My oppoinin the Virtual Boy is a keeper! i just started playing this system and i think it is great! its 3D is unlike any other system i have ever played! the box art is cool the graphics are awsome for there time and the games are really fun to play.

the only other thing that kind of annoyed me was getting a little bit of back pain but nothing else happened to me and ive played on this thing for four hours so far and it is good but staying in one position can be tiring but i dont mind it i think it is great!

the only other thing that i am fine with is the red and black, if you play it in a lit up room you can get a headache and eye strain.

(hears a secret: the best way to play the Virtual Boy is when all the lights are off in your surroundings and its totally dark)

the screen looks nicer, you dont get headaches, and you dont feel any bad side effects (except if your playing in an awkward position)

like i said originally the Virtual Boy is a collector item and i love it so much that im planning on buy a few more to make it two player and maybe keep for my friends to play on or something like that... :D
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John Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars Virtual Boy: The Black (Or Is It Red?) Sheep of Video Gaming
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2009
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The Virtual boy was an astounding achievement in 3D tech. It features 2 built in red LED screens to give actual 3D depth, unlike just drawing a cube on a 2D piece of paper, the Virtual boy actually has 2 screens to simulate real 3D. And although one the most peculiar consoles on the market today, it still sells strong as a collectors item, being somewhat cheap and easy to find, yet being a revolutionary and unique. It is also a great way to start out a Vintage game collection, as most of its best games are also cheap and easy to find, like Red Alarm and Wario Land.
I got mine with 4 games (2 are pretty rare) in its box for around one hundred dollars (I hope anyone else looking for one can get as good a deal!), and am very proud to own it. Two things I should point out though: The red LEDs can give you headaches, so I do not recommend playing for more than a half hour, and do not let children younger than 8 play it, as it could permanently damage their vision, and finally, I suggest you get the AC adapter set. It may be expensive, but it will save you a bundle over time. (It lasts 6 hours on 6 AA batteries)
Highly recommended, but only for collectors over the age of 7.
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John Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars Virtual Boy: The Black (Or Is It Red?) Sheep of Video Gaming
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2009
The Virtual boy was an astounding achievement in 3D tech. It features 2 built in red LED screens to give actual 3D depth, unlike just drawing a cube on a 2D piece of paper, the Virtual boy actually has 2 screens to simulate real 3D. And although one the most peculiar consoles on the market today, it still sells strong as a collectors item, being somewhat cheap and easy to find, yet being a revolutionary and unique. It is also a great way to start out a Vintage game collection, as most of its best games are also cheap and easy to find, like Red Alarm and Wario Land.
I got mine with 4 games (2 are pretty rare) in its box for around one hundred dollars (I hope anyone else looking for one can get as good a deal!), and am very proud to own it. Two things I should point out though: The red LEDs can give you headaches, so I do not recommend playing for more than a half hour, and do not let children younger than 8 play it, as it could permanently damage their vision, and finally, I suggest you get the AC adapter set. It may be expensive, but it will save you a bundle over time. (It lasts 6 hours on 6 AA batteries)
Highly recommended, but only for collectors over the age of 7.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Not for everyone
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2014
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This console by nintendo is not for everyone, it is for die hard nintendo fan boys mainly. If you are looking into getting one for yourself, you might want to play one first before you decide on buying the console, it hurts your eyes and neck and the controller is awkward because the handles set above the buttons.
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Amanda Napier
1.0 out of 5 stars greatly disappointed and feeling cheated
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2013
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Bought this for my son for Christmas, as he is a collector and big-time game enthusiast. He bought it mostly just to have-as I stated above-he is a collector, but we couldn't pass up the chance to try it out. Boy were we sadly disappointed when, upon our initial trial of the product, before we even had a chance to turn on the game, the stand broke! Yes, you read that correctly, the stand broke, before we could even turn the game system on! And it didn't break from misuse or because we man-handled it-it was just either #1-poorly crafted, or #2-already beginning to break when it was shipped to us. Who knows? I DO know that it is IMPOSSIBLE to find a reasonably priced replacement stand. Once it is broken-you may as well forget it! I was more than disappointed with this purchase, and by the way, it did NOT come in the nice case as it is shown in the picture! Just came wrapped in a cardboard box!
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Terry Booth
4.0 out of 5 stars Nintendo Virtual Boy Game Console
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2013
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This unit is unique. My son the Nintendo guru, was able to make minor repairs needed to get the Virtual Boy in like new condition.
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Jargon
3.0 out of 5 stars Wish I'd been more careful
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2013
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The one I bought is not in good enough condition for the price. Oh well... it's still an awesome gaming device :3
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