Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Now Features Mouse Control: Discover Their Capabilities

Ever since the reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, fans have been buzzing with excitement over a subtle yet intriguing detail from the trailer: the innovative use of Joy-Cons. Speculation ran wild about their potential as mouse-like controllers, and now, we have the official word: the Joy-Cons can indeed operate in "mouse mode." This feature lets players glide the Joy-Cons across flat surfaces, using the analog sticks to mimic left-click and right-click actions, much like a conventional mouse. What's more, gamers can use two Joy-Cons simultaneously in mouse mode, one in each hand, or pair one in standard mode with the other in mouse mode, opening up a world of versatile gameplay possibilities.

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The Nintendo Direct stream showcased the capabilities of the Joy-Con in mouse mode through a dynamic sports game reminiscent of Rocket League, called "Drag and Drive." This three-on-three basketball game features robot characters navigating in wheelchair-style vehicles, with players using two Joy-Con controllers in mouse mode to maneuver their characters and aim for the basket.

The buzz around the Joy-Con mouse mode began with the reveal trailer, which hinted at the controllers' ability to slide like PC mice. Curious fans reached out to Firaxis, the developer behind Civilization 7, for more details but received a cryptic response that only fueled further speculation. Alongside the new C button, these features sparked widespread discussion about the Nintendo Switch 2, countering critiques that the console was playing it "safe" and reaffirming Nintendo's penchant for innovation.

You can stay updated on all the announcements from today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct by following the link here.