The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal showcased a potential "mouse" mode for the Joy-Cons. A segment in the trailer depicts detached Joy-Cons placed on a surface, connecting to what appear to be flat-bottomed connectors, and then moving like a mouse on a mousepad. A possible slider pad is visible on one connector, further fueling speculation.
Pre-reveal rumors suggested this functionality stems from an internal Joy-Con sensor, similar to those in computer mice. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed this feature or its implications.
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The Switch 2 reveal sparked discussion about potential game adaptations, particularly Civilization 7. While backward compatibility is expected, the possibility of a tailored Switch 2 version utilizing the new Joy-Con mouse functionality was raised in an interview with Civilization 7 lead designer Ed Beach and executive producer Dennis Shirk. While Beach remained tight-lipped, Shirk offered an intriguing response: "It is definitely intriguing...You always do some trade-offs when you have to deal with pure console controls. And the announcement has some great stuff in it. I love what they're doing with the controllers. It's all very cool. That's about all I can say about it in terms of an opinion. I think it looks awesome and they're not wrong, so it would be cool for something like that.”
AnswerSee ResultsWhile Firaxis won't announce a dedicated Switch 2 version of Civilization 7 (that's 2K Games' purview), a Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April might offer clarity. Despite the uncertainty surrounding mouse support and the new Joy-Con button's function, the Switch 2's 2025 release (likely June-September) and a new Mario Kart title are confirmed. Further details can be found in our comprehensive Nintendo Switch 2 coverage.
