The Virtual Boy actually wasn't as terrible as everyone says. Sure, it chewed through 6 AA batteries in about 4 hours and was uncomfortable to use, but there were actually some decent games (namely Red Alarm). The 3D was actually noticeable; and the whole black-on-red aesthetic was incredibly immersive.<p>I picked one up for something like $50 (which included 6 games) so I felt it was a decent deal as a 10 year old. No way was it worth $150 or anything, but it was a neat gadget for its time.