The Nintendo Labo platform was was released in April to much acclaim, enrapturing adults and children alike. The first kits enabled players to build an RC car, fishing rod, motorbike controller and a piano.
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The idea behind the Nintendo Labo is to bring the joy of building something together with a love for video games. You could say that the resulting cardboard DIY kits teach kids basic programming, robotics and physics.
But, the latest release from Nintendo Labo appears to be slightly more advanced and will teach kids the principles of engineering (kind of). The set is called the Toy-Con 3: Vehicle Kit.
Nintendo Labo Director, “Mr. Kawamoto”, explains: “At the time (we were designing the Nintendo Switch), I never could have imagined it would end up being used like this! When we were designing the Nintendo Switch we had all sorts of brainstorming sessions with both the hardware and software developers. It was through this exchange of ideas that we settled on the final design for the system. Nintendo Labo uses the Nintendo Switch system’s more unique design elements in a deeply satisfying way.”
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Build a Car, Plan or Submarine with the Toy-Con 3: Vehicle Kit.
Available on the 14th of September, the Vehicle Kit enables users to build and control a car, plane, or submarine. The platform can also be used to come up with your own inventions too.
As well as the plane, car and submarine, the kit includes building projects for a Toy Con pedal and key. Parts in the kit include: 25 cardboard sheets, reflective sticker, sponge stickers, string, grommet sets, rubber bands and a physical version of the Nintendo Labo Vehicle Kit software.
The kit costs $69.99 and you’ll require a Nintendo Switch system which is sold separately. The games can then be played on a TV and use the Nintendo Switch’s dual gyro sensors, the IR Motion Camera, and the HD Rumble function.
Find out more about the kit by visiting the Nintendo website.
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