Following this morning's Nintendo Switch 2 unveiling, rumors suggesting Joy-Con functionality as a mouse seem increasingly plausible.
The reveal trailer shows detached Joy-Cons placed attachment-side down on a surface. They connect to connectors with seemingly flat bottoms and move across the surface like a mouse on a mousepad. A potential slider pad is visible on one connector, further supporting this theory.
Pre-reveal speculation centered on an internal Joy-Con sensor, similar to those in computer mice. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed this feature or its implications. Fans envision uses in mouse-and-keyboard-centric games like Civilization, while others anticipate innovative applications within first-party Nintendo titles. The possibilities remain open.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding potential mouse support (and the function of a new Joy-Con button), several details are confirmed: the system is called the Nintendo Switch 2, launching in 2025, and a new Mario Kart is in development. Backward compatibility with the original Switch is assured, with further software announcements planned for an April Direct. Stay updated on all our Nintendo Switch 2 coverage here.
