Nintendo Switch LABO Toy-Con 04: VR Kit is a unique and interactive accessory set for the Nintendo Switch, released in April 2019. It combines DIY cardboard creations with virtual reality (VR) experiences, allowing players to build various Toy-Con (Toy-Controlled) peripherals and use them in immersive VR games.
Key Features:
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VR Goggles (Headset) – The core of the kit, which holds the Nintendo Switch console for VR gameplay.
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Multiple Toy-Con Creations – Different cardboard constructs that enhance VR gameplay:
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Blaster (shooter accessory)
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Camera (virtual photography)
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Bird (flight simulation)
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Wind Pedal (adds wind effects)
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Elephant (3D drawing tool)
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No Extra Hardware Needed – Uses the Switch's Joy-Con controllers for motion tracking.
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VR Plaza Games – A collection of mini-games designed for VR.
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Toy-Con Garage VR – A mode for creating custom VR experiences using simple programming.
Included Kits:
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Starter Set + Blaster (Basic VR goggles + Blaster Toy-Con)
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Full Set (Includes all Toy-Con variations)
Gameplay Experience:
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Players assemble the cardboard pieces (following on-screen instructions) and insert the Joy-Cons into the Toy-Con.
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The Switch's screen splits into a stereoscopic VR display when placed in the goggles.
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Games range from shooting galleries to flying adventures and 3D art creation.
Compatibility:
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Works with Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite (though the latter requires separate Joy-Cons).
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Some non-VR LABO kits can also interact with VR elements.
Legacy:
While LABO VR was innovative, its reliance on cardboard and limited software support led to niche appeal. However, it remains a creative and family-friendly introduction to VR.
