The excitement around the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal this morning has certainly been amplified by the intriguing rumors about using Joy-Con controllers as a mouse. During the reveal trailer, there's a compelling scene where detached Joy-Cons are placed attachment side down on a surface. They connect to flat-bottomed connectors and glide across the surface, reminiscent of a mouse on a mouse pad. A closer look even reveals what appears to be a slider pad on one of the connectors, lending further credence to this theory.
Rumors have been swirling that this functionality might be possible thanks to a sensor inside the Joy-Cons, similar to those found in computer mice. However, Nintendo has yet to officially confirm these speculations or elaborate on their potential implications. Fans are buzzing with ideas about how this could enhance gameplay for titles like Civilization, which are traditionally better suited to mouse and keyboard controls. Others believe that, given Nintendo's innovative track record, this feature could lead to unique enhancements in their first-party software. The possibilities are still very much open to interpretation.
While the details about potential mouse support for the Switch 2 remain uncertain—as does the purpose of the mysterious new Joy-Con button—we do have some concrete information about the console. The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025 and will be backward compatible with the original Switch. A new Mario Kart game is also in development for the system. More details about upcoming software will be shared during a Direct in April. For comprehensive coverage on the Nintendo Switch 2, you can find all the latest updates right here.
