Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04 VR Kit Starter Set and Blaster for Switch

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1. Graham Swearingen Verified Buyer – 26 May 2024

   This is my third Labo set but the first one I’ve ever built. Actually I didn’t build it, I controlled the instructions while my girlfriend built it, it took us about 40 minutes to build just the goggles (we didn’t build the blaster yet). 40 minutes for $40 working VR, it’s a must buy. The instructions couldn’t be easier and more user friendly, having a helper is the way to go as it streamlines the entire process rather than watching, doing then watching and doing. We both enjoyed the build process. 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.

   

2. Anonymous Verified Buyer – 14 October 2024

   This is a really fun at-home VR experience. The starter kit has a wide variety of activities/games introducing VR. The blaster has its own game which really fun. My kids and the adults all love it.

   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.
   

3. Alonso Álvarez Verified Buyer – 14 January 2025

   Very happy with it! It came in time and in perfect condition. Just what I spected.

   

4. Anais Young Verified Buyer – 3 February 2025

   Very neat starter kit that allows you to experience the Nintendo labo VR and understand what the system is capable of. My only complaint would be now that my son has tried the starter kit he wants to purchase the other components that are available in the full kit. this game is a great purchase to get into an attempt VR and see what it’s like in a cheap way.

   

5. Ali Verified Buyer – 8 February 2025

   I’ve been wanting to get the VR labo kit since I’ve tried the vehicle kit as well! Loved both of them, the down side is that the entire VR kit has been SOLD OUT everywhere. Yet the started packs were still available, i got them on sale for $40.00 bucks and then got the expansion sets from the Nintendo website! It turns out to be the same price as purchasing then complete VR kit for $100.00. So definitely recommend going that route if you want all the accessories!
   

6. Cat Mom Verified Buyer – 14 February 2025

   He put both the goggles and cannon together all by himself with no issues. Even while his little brother was annoying him lol. This is our first set and I have to say, I was very skeptical. But the design and engineering is quite amazing. Brings out the builder in your kids. It’s also super fun to play with! Like stepping into another world.

   

7. Khay Verified Buyer – 14 February 2025

   Hice incluso un unboxing en Youtube de este excelente herramienta de Nintendo , solo ellos podían crear VR con cartón y a un costo tan accesible , realmente te da la inmersión de realidad virtual , si hubiera sabido lo buena que era hubiera comprado el paquete completo
   

8. Cesar Zamora Verified Buyer – 16 March 2025

   Product was shipped in good conditions and met the expectations
   

9. Ayman Verified Buyer – 19 March 2025

   My 8 year old assembled it all by herself! Easy and fun and good quality for the price.

   

10. Max Verified Buyer – 2 April 2025

    I’ve read some of the other reviews saying the carboard is bad or low quality, I have to disagree. I tried making one of the labo from another kit out of cardboard from the box I got the base kit in. It turned out alright, but it definitely gave me more respect for the actual product. That being said cardboard is cardboard, if you don’t pump the gun too hard or too fast it shouldn’t break. Many of the games are simple and short, but I believe that’s on purpose. Nintendo knows that the screen is low resolution and playing on it for too long can cause nausea. The game is constantly reminding you to take breaks (almost too much). The most exiting part of it is the ability to make your own games. This is a feature I am trying to learn, but it is much more difficult than I expected. I am currently anticipating the updates for Zelda Breath of the Wild, and Super Mario Odesy to support the headset. All in all I’ve had fun messing with it the past week and plan to continue to do so.