Nintendo Patent Confirms Switch 2 Joy-Con's Most Innovative Feature
Fans have been speculating about PC gaming mouse-like functionality for the Switch 2 ever since optical sensors appeared in leaks last month. Nintendo then teased the feature in the new Switch’s reveal trailer shortly after.
Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Features Confirmed in New Patent
The Nintendo Switch 2 looks mighty familiar, but Nintendo seems to have saved all of its biggest changes for the Joy-Cons as shown by some new patents. While we still don’t have an official confirmation from Nintendo,
Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Controller Rumor Just Got a Lot More Credible
A recently discovered patent shows Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con being used like the mouse on a PC, seemingly confirming system rumors.
Switch 2 Patents Seemingly Confirm Mouse Functionality Rumors
The strongest evidence so far that Nintendo's new console will let you use Joy-Cons as a computer mouse as well as a charging dock.
Nintendo patent explains Switch 2 Joy-Cons’ “mouse operation” mode
It's been a month since we first heard rumors that the Switch 2's new Joy-Cons could be slid across a flat surface to function like a computer mouse. Now, a newly published patent filed by Nintendo seems to confirm that feature and describes how it will work.
New Nintendo Patent Seems To Confirm Mouse Functionality For Switch 2
A new patent filed by Nintendo seems to confirm that the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con will include mouse functionality. The patent was filed on 1st April 2023 and made public today, 6th February 2025 (thanks to reader Davis for sending this to us!).
Switch 2 Joy-Con patent shows a potential new controller, also with mouse support
A newly published Nintendo patent for the Switch 2 Joy-Con shows the controller being used as a mouse, as well as diagrams of a potential new controller. The patent, listed on the World Intellectual Property Organization database with a publication date of today, shows diagrams of the right Joy-Con from various angles.
New Nintendo Patent Suddenly Confirms Switch 2 Mouse Features
Pretty much every major rumor about the Switch 2 turned out to be true, from its initial reveal date to its exact colors and increased screen size. Guess what's next?
Switch 2 Joy-Con Rumored Mouse Feature Is "Definitely Intriguing," Civ Dev Says
During the Switch 2 reveal event in January, Nintendo showed off the console's updated Joy-Con controllers and seemingly teased mouse-like functionality. Such a feature would be "intriguing," according to Civilization VII executive producer Dennis Shirk.
Nintendo Switch 2 announcement: all the news on the next console
Nintendo’s latest earnings report is out and sales of the Switch console have plummeted after the Switch 2 rumors and announcement, exactly as you’d expect. Switch sales are now projected to hit 11.0 million for the year ending March, down from 12.5 million units forecasted.
Switch 2 Nintendo Direct Event: When, How To Watch And What To Expect
Nintendo is also likely to provide more clarity on the Switch 2's launch gaming lineup, as well as more details about backwards compatibility. The company has already confirmed that the Switch 2 will be backwards compatible with Switch 1 titles, though the caveat is that it might be hit or miss outside of first-party games.
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This Joy-Con Grip Steers Its Way To Sweaty Victory
Shoulder button pusher in green The most fascinating element of this project is the TAPBO module which adapts the Joy-Con controller to remote input. The module includes electronics, actuators ...
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Civilization VII Team Heaps Praise On Nintendo Switch 2 and Its New Joy-Con
The Nintendo Switch 2 will have several new features to make it stand out, and the team at Firaxis love one in particular!
Review: NYXI Hyperion 2 - Are These Really "The Ultimate Replacement" For Your Switch Joy-Con?
Enter NYXI with its updated Hyperion 2 Joy-Con pads, pitched as "the ultimate replacement" for the real Mc-Con. They don't ...