Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Now Supports Mouse Functionality: Features Revealed

Ever since the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, fans have been buzzing with excitement over a small yet intriguing detail from the trailer: the innovative use of Joy-Cons. The speculation has finally been put to rest with official confirmation that the Joy-Cons can indeed operate in a "mouse mode." This feature allows players to slide the Joy-Cons across flat surfaces, utilizing the analog sticks to simulate left-click and right-click actions, much like a traditional computer mouse. Moreover, players have the flexibility to use two Joy-Cons simultaneously in mouse mode, one in each hand, or combine one in standard mode with the other in mouse mode, offering a versatile gaming experience.

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The Nintendo stream showcased the capabilities of the Joy-Con in mouse mode through a dynamic sports game called Drag and Drive. This game, reminiscent of Rocket League, features robot characters navigating in wheelchair-style vehicles, playing a three-on-three basketball game. To engage in the gameplay, players must use two Joy-Con controllers in mouse mode, skillfully maneuvering their character around the court to score baskets.

The buzz around the Joy-Con's mouse functionality started with the reveal trailer, where the controllers were seen sliding in a manner similar to PC mice. In an attempt to gather more information, inquiries were made to Firaxis, the developer behind Civilization 7, resulting in a cryptic response that only fueled further discussion. Alongside the new "C" button, the mouse mode feature has sparked conversations about the Nintendo Switch 2, countering any notions that the console was playing it "safe" and affirming Nintendo's commitment to innovation.

For those eager to learn more, you can catch up on all the announcements from today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct right here.