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Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit - Starter Set + Blaster - Switch
About this item
- Experience a Nintendo Labo twist on VR: social, family-friendly games; creative, enriching DIY activities; tactile play experiences; and immersion without isolation
- The Nintendo Labo: VR Kit includes more games and creations than any other Nintendo Labo kit to date, and this Starter Set + Blaster is a great place to get started that you can then build upon by purchasing Expansion Sets (sold separately)!
- With Toy-Con Garage and Toy-Con Garage VR—the intuitive and interactive programming tools included in this kit’s packed-in software—the possibilities of Nintendo Labo become almost limitless
- This is a Starter Set for the newest kit in the Nintendo Labo line, which also includes the Nintendo Labo: Robot Kit, Nintendo Labo: Variety Kit, and Nintendo Labo: Vehicle Kit
- Each creation’s main building component is specially engineered, pre-cut cardboard that’s designed to be durable, versatile, and easily customizable. All other parts needed to complete each creation are included—no glue, tape, or scissors required
- Customize your creations with stickers, markers, paint, and other crafting materials (sold separately)
- Nintendo Switch—Nintendo’s versatile gaming system—transforms from home console to handheld system in a snap so you can enjoy a wide and ever-growing catalog of games and experiences together anytime, anywhere
- Restrict display of VR images for children 6 and under by accessing the in-game settings using the goggles icon
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ASIN | B07PK5MYPR |
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Release date | April 12, 2019 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #32,092 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #1,932 in Nintendo Switch Games |
Product Dimensions | 2.83 x 17.72 x 13.7 inches; 2.82 Pounds |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Everyone 10+ |
Item model number | HACWADFXA |
Item Weight | 2.82 pounds |
Manufacturer | Nintendo |
Date First Available | March 7, 2019 |
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*The DLC (Downloadable Content), Trials/Subscriptions and/or Bundled Games may or may not be included and are not guaranteed to work* Introducing your gateway into one of the most immersive, robust Nintendo Labo kits to date, this one combines DIY fun, pass-and-play multiplayer, and family-friendly play for a unique first VR experience kids and families can build themselves. Just add your Nintendo Switch console and its Joy-Con controllers to feel your creations come to life as you and your family blast through an alien invasion and more.
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Each creation’s main building component is specially engineered, pre-cut cardboard that’s designed to be durable, versatile, and easily customizable.
Experience a Nintendo Labo twist on VR: social, family-friendly games; creative, enriching DIY activities; tactile play experiences; and immersion without isolation.
With Toy-Con Garage and Toy-Con Garage VR—the intuitive and interactive programming tools included in this kit’s packed-in software—the possibilities of Nintendo Labo become almost limitless.
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Customers like the ease of construction of the Nintendo Labo VR kit. They say that the goggles and extra controller devices are easy to build and a lot of fun. They also appreciate the quality of the product, saying it's well-constructed and impressive. They appreciate the value of the kit, saying that it' a great starter pack to start with VR. However, some customers have different opinions on appearance.
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Customers like the ease of construction of the video game console. They say the goggles and extra controller devices were a lot of fun, and it's fantastic for the kids to follow instructions on their own. They like the simple, addictive, and very accessible VR fun, as well as the well-thought-out projects. Customers also love the VR games included with the product.
"...It is not very reliant on programming but teaches basic methods of game design, and some levels available, made by users, are very inspired...." Read more
"...For 40 bucks, this is an amazing, extremely fun VR experience. Can’t wait to try Zelda and Odyssey with this later in the month...." Read more
"...The blaster games can be cool, but the regular games in the Plaza feel kinda of pointless...." Read more
"...Building the goggles and extra controller devices was a lot of fun. It kind of made me feel like a kid again...." Read more
Customers generally like the quality of the video game console. They mention that it is well designed, the cardboard is thick, and nicely constructed. Some say that the construction of the devices is cool, but the overall VR experience is terrible. Overall, most are pleased with the results and think it is a great starter pack.
"...; this is a $40 VR accessory, but as such it’s a ton of fun and it actually works...." Read more
"...headset and Blaster was actually kind of fun and the cardboard feels pretty decent quality, a bit above something like google cardboard...." Read more
"...is just my opinion as I know how my kids are, but overall the VR Kit works very well and gives you a different perspective with the Nintendo Switch...." Read more
"...We have had no problems with the cardboard being cheap, and I think this is a great starter pack to start with vr...." Read more
Customers like the value of the video game console. They mention that it's worth the $40 they paid, the cheapest way to experience VR on the market, and a VR starter kit well worth it.
"...The best VR experience for the lowest price, I give Nintendo Labo: VR Starter Set 3.0 stars out of 5." Read more
"...I would recommend parent help for most kids 10 under. also great price if you mostly just want to be able to do vr mode in zelda, smash bros,..." Read more
"...It really is an awesome gift for a kid who has a Switch, at a great price." Read more
"Product itself does what it needs to do, and it's a bit of fun for $40...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the gift. They mention that it is a great starter kit to start with VR and that it's an awesome gift for a kid who has a Switch.
"...with the cardboard being cheap, and I think this is a great starter pack to start with vr...." Read more
"...It really is an awesome gift for a kid who has a Switch, at a great price." Read more
"Very neat starter kit that allows you to experience the Nintendo labo VR and understand what the system is capable of...." Read more
"...It was the perfect gift for a 10 year old would strongly recommend. There is nothing flimsy about this and the ingenuity is amazing." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the VR capabilities of the video game console.
"...The VR is the real deal; it’s immersive and, at times, startling...." Read more
"...The VR is really cool!! I LOVE the Labo products, and this set didn’t disappoint...." Read more
"Love this! So easy to make easy follow instructions. I think the VR is pretty good for what it is!" Read more
"Cool, Budget, Simple VR...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the video game console. Some mention it's pretty neat, the blaster is pretty cool, and the design and engineering is quite amazing. The graphics are good, but not great, and some say the screen is low resolution and fairly blurry. However, some are satisfied with the video quality of the switch and the frame rate isn't the smoothest.
"...The graphics are good, not great, maybe not as immersive as some would like, certainly not on the same level as PSVR or Oculus, but those cost a lot..." Read more
"...Overall I think it's super cool & fun & would definitely recommend to anybody with a Nintendo Switch!" Read more
"...way but once it was all together and my son put his switch in it, it was very cool. Almost like a real VR just a lot less money...." Read more
"...Also, the Switch's screen is only 720p so it will be fairly blurry, but text is large so it's not a problem and works out fine...." Read more
Customers have negative opinions about the ease of holding the video game console. They mention that it does not have a strap, and they have to hold it the whole time. Some complain that they have no way to hold the goggles up, and have to use one hand to hold them up.
"...The only down side is, there is no way to hold the goggles up & you have to use one hand @ all times to hold it up while using it." Read more
"...The only annoyance is that you have to hold up the headset. It is still worth every penny." Read more
"...The goggles don’t even have a strap so you have to hold it the whole time...." Read more
"Games require 2 hands free. This requires holding to face. Unsure how to play...." Read more
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Sure, the clarity isn't the best, but it's still really good. Both my girlfriend and I wear glasses and the goggles fit just fine for those who are blind without glasses. The goggles are very sturdy, which one might not think with these Labo cardboard pieces. Using both a safety cap that you build along with fabric stickers help keep your Nintendo Switch securely in place so there is zero worry of your console falling out of the goggles. But you can get Nintendo Labo tape to secure this build even further if you're worried.
We just spent an hour trying a variety of games (64 in total if you get the full set), there are games like jumping to break blocks, hockey bomb (like soccer dodge ball that explodes) a jumping platformer Mario style, some racing games (which you attach the joycons to the console and hold it that way) shooting hoops, boomerang, etc. And in Labo fashion they have what they call "garage" where you can design your own VR games, we didn't try that yet but from what I've seen from other Labo sets, the garage feature seems to be very popular. The graphics are good, not great, maybe not as immersive as some would like, certainly not on the same level as PSVR or Oculus, but those cost a lot of money and this, like I said, is currently only $40, that's a steal as far as I'm concerned because not only is the end product a working VR set, but the build process for those who love Lego or building models, that just adds to the fun. There's also 33 demo videos that are pretty good and are nice for sharing with people who've never tried out VR.
A lot of people are stating that it's odd there is no head strap, you have to either hold the goggles with one hand and use a joycon in the other, or for some games attach both joycons and hold the goggles that way. For all these mini games that's totally fine, none you'd really play for more than 20 minutes or so, neither my girlfriend nor I had any issues holding up the goggles. Though Super Mario Odyssey and Zelda: Breath of the Wild with both soon have updates that support VR (all of Zelda will be VR compatible which is incredibly exciting) so those may be a bit harder to play without a head strap. I love that Nintendo is adding VR features to older games like Mario and Zelda, who knows what else may get this feature, Mario Kart, heck maybe even the Skyrim port since they've already designed Skyrim for the PSVR. And if you have kids, what a killer way to have fun building and introducing them to VR. If you have a Nintendo Switch, $40, and about 40 minutes of times, you won't regret getting Nintendo Labo VR. This comes FULLY APPROVED.
Update: 4/29
The updates for Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey are now live. I've not tried Mario but I have tried Zelda, and while the frame rate isn't the smoothest, and the image clarity is muddied and blurry, it's still amazing. The world of Hyrule is much more immersive, tall mountains and vast valley's, heck even text that pops up while talking to inhabitants of Hyrule looks great. The overall effect is of playing in a 3D world, some have been disappointed that this didn't get a first person treatment but I'm ok with that. I don't want ever VR game that gets made to be in first person, you can still have an immersive experience in VR playing a third person game like this. Now I "had" to buy a headstrap to be able to really enjoy this. I ordered a great 3D printed one off ebay, and while it frees up your arms to be able to use the joycons, the switch itself is rather heavy attached to the front of your face, especially when strapped on, it kinda squeezes ones face. But without a head strap, this game is almost impossible to play, you need the joycons detached and set to motion control so you can get the full VR Zelda experience. If you have Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and have Labo VR, you need to play this immediately.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2019
Sure, the clarity isn't the best, but it's still really good. Both my girlfriend and I wear glasses and the goggles fit just fine for those who are blind without glasses. The goggles are very sturdy, which one might not think with these Labo cardboard pieces. Using both a safety cap that you build along with fabric stickers help keep your Nintendo Switch securely in place so there is zero worry of your console falling out of the goggles. But you can get Nintendo Labo tape to secure this build even further if you're worried.
We just spent an hour trying a variety of games (64 in total if you get the full set), there are games like jumping to break blocks, hockey bomb (like soccer dodge ball that explodes) a jumping platformer Mario style, some racing games (which you attach the joycons to the console and hold it that way) shooting hoops, boomerang, etc. And in Labo fashion they have what they call "garage" where you can design your own VR games, we didn't try that yet but from what I've seen from other Labo sets, the garage feature seems to be very popular. The graphics are good, not great, maybe not as immersive as some would like, certainly not on the same level as PSVR or Oculus, but those cost a lot of money and this, like I said, is currently only $40, that's a steal as far as I'm concerned because not only is the end product a working VR set, but the build process for those who love Lego or building models, that just adds to the fun. There's also 33 demo videos that are pretty good and are nice for sharing with people who've never tried out VR.
A lot of people are stating that it's odd there is no head strap, you have to either hold the goggles with one hand and use a joycon in the other, or for some games attach both joycons and hold the goggles that way. For all these mini games that's totally fine, none you'd really play for more than 20 minutes or so, neither my girlfriend nor I had any issues holding up the goggles. Though Super Mario Odyssey and Zelda: Breath of the Wild with both soon have updates that support VR (all of Zelda will be VR compatible which is incredibly exciting) so those may be a bit harder to play without a head strap. I love that Nintendo is adding VR features to older games like Mario and Zelda, who knows what else may get this feature, Mario Kart, heck maybe even the Skyrim port since they've already designed Skyrim for the PSVR. And if you have kids, what a killer way to have fun building and introducing them to VR. If you have a Nintendo Switch, $40, and about 40 minutes of times, you won't regret getting Nintendo Labo VR. This comes FULLY APPROVED.
Update: 4/29
The updates for Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey are now live. I've not tried Mario but I have tried Zelda, and while the frame rate isn't the smoothest, and the image clarity is muddied and blurry, it's still amazing. The world of Hyrule is much more immersive, tall mountains and vast valley's, heck even text that pops up while talking to inhabitants of Hyrule looks great. The overall effect is of playing in a 3D world, some have been disappointed that this didn't get a first person treatment but I'm ok with that. I don't want ever VR game that gets made to be in first person, you can still have an immersive experience in VR playing a third person game like this. Now I "had" to buy a headstrap to be able to really enjoy this. I ordered a great 3D printed one off ebay, and while it frees up your arms to be able to use the joycons, the switch itself is rather heavy attached to the front of your face, especially when strapped on, it kinda squeezes ones face. But without a head strap, this game is almost impossible to play, you need the joycons detached and set to motion control so you can get the full VR Zelda experience. If you have Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and have Labo VR, you need to play this immediately.
Once built, they all feel pretty sturdy and have held up well for a few months now. I did recently accidentally bend a somewhat weak section on the front of the VR goggles, which hold the Switch. However, it is only a visual bend and doesn't compromise any integrity.
The games themselves are as if Universal Studios made a VR theme park. There's nothing outright Nintendo about it other than it's charm and style of game. Basic controls with the potential for highly complex situations.
The real winner here though is the VR plaza, where you can make, share, and download games. It is not very reliant on programming but teaches basic methods of game design, and some levels available, made by users, are very inspired.
There are a few settings available for VR viewing, however because of the 720p any issues ultimately will be due to low quality screen very close to the eyes. I think VR will shift to having what we are viewing be further away. Right now, any screen is no more than 5 inches away, which ultimately results in a lot of ill feelings towards VR (if people get nausea, motion sickness, or headaches, it is part screen quality and part distance, then part individual susceptibility to motion sickness.)
I use Google Cardboard as well, and my phone screen can actually hit 1440p (ASUS ROG Phone). However, my old phone the S7 Active was also a 720p max in VR.
The reason I bring this up is I have never had a headache from either of the phones in Google Cardboard, and unfortunately I have gotten a headache from the SwitchVR. It could be attributed to that I was tired, hungry, or had been playing for a while, but it was onset and accentuated until I stopped. I was a little remiss, as like I said, I'd never gotten a headache from VR before.
So, be aware, you should actually listen when it advises you to take a break! For the first time in history.
They have gotten some ill reviews on game websites, however I find SwitchVR, along with the newly supported titles Breath of the Wild VR, Super Mario Odyssey VR, and Smash Bros. VR (ranked from best to not), I have had great experiences with all of them, but BOTWVR takes the cake by far. However, I recommend setting a couple things up first, and going into the VR settings and customizing it to your liking.
For BOTW, look up a couple of glitches online and how to do them. There is a setup where when you put a guardian on the sail, it begins to soar into the air. Simply get this setup, save and go into VR, and then hop on and experience the beautiful sights of Hyrule from above. You can go skydiving, and parasail at any time. Land on the highest mountain and then sail to land. Then, load your last save and go elsewhere. Truly breathtaking.
Odyssey has some fun puzzles, and Smash is just kind of ridiculous but it's in the spirit of smash. While I'm a competitive Melee player, Nintendo wants smash to be a party game and this is simply in the spirit of it. A free update taking no development resources away because I guarantee it was a different team dedicated to adding VR support to each of these games.
There are limitations, but the games work within those boundaries to create some very imaginative and thrilling gameplay. Don’t expect really high resolution; this is a $40 VR accessory, but as such it’s a ton of fun and it actually works. The Blaster Alien game is like being on an E-Ticket Disney ride, including moments of acrophobia and the exact feeling of being in a dark ride—but one where monsters can walk right next to you out of the shadows! The boss battles are amazing; the gigantic creatures seem to tower over you. The other main blaster game, involving feeding fruit to hippos (competitively!), is hilarious and charming.
There’s also VR pinball, and a lot of other minigames, providing challenges, laughs and even a couple of jump-scares. And it has a workshop for creating your own games or modifying existing ones.
The Blaster took me about 3 hours to build, and the interactive instructions were clear and presented in a fun way. The fact that you turn a pile of cardboard into a functioning toy bazooka with recoil is a marvel in itself.
For 40 bucks, this is an amazing, extremely fun VR experience. Can’t wait to try Zelda and Odyssey with this later in the month. I really hope Nintendo continues VR development through future hardware; they know how to have fun with virtual space.
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Now the downside.....when I bought this kit I didn't really understand that I wasn't buying the full VR setup from Nintendo Labo. There are additional pieces (elephant, camera, pedal, etc) that come as part of more inclusive kit.
I'm not sure if you can get those add ons seperately without re-buying the goggles and blaster. So now to get the full set I seemingly have to repay for the pieces I already have.
I think that was poorly thought through by Nintendo and hope they release a kit with just the add ons moving forward.