Nintendo has officially confirmed that the mysterious new button on the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con is indeed the C button, as previously rumored. This revelation comes from the recently launched Nintendo Today! app, whose listings on the App Store and Google Play feature an image that, upon close inspection, clearly shows the letter 'C' on the button.
The new C button was first showcased alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year, though initial images of the Joy-Con did not include any lettering on the button. Subsequent reports had hinted at it being labeled the "C" button, and those rumors have now been confirmed.
Speculation abounds regarding the function of the C button. Some believe it could be related to wirelessly casting the Switch 2 to a TV or enabling some form of screen sharing. Others speculate that it might change the Joy-Con's functionality, perhaps converting it into a mouse-like mode. There's also talk about it potentially enhancing group or voice chat features.
Nintendo has scheduled a Switch 2 Direct for April 2, where we hope to learn more about this intriguing button. In the meantime, here's a summary of what we know about the Nintendo Switch 2:
- Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, likely no earlier than June based on hands-on event schedules.
- The console is larger than the original Switch, featuring bigger Joy-Con controllers that appear capable of functioning as a mouse.
- It includes two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, compared to the single port on the original Switch.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, able to play both physical and digital games from the original Switch, as well as new Switch 2 exclusives. However, some older Switch games may not be fully supported.
- A new Mario Kart game is confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look
In other news, Nintendo recently hosted a Direct event focused on the original Switch, during which the Nintendo Today! app was unveiled. Shigeru Miyamoto, a legendary figure in video games, introduced this new app as a surprise at the end of the showcase. The Nintendo Today! app is designed to be a comprehensive hub for Nintendo fans, offering a daily calendar and a steady stream of news updates.
Miyamoto highlighted that following the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, fans can use the Nintendo Today! app to stay updated with daily news. This app promises to be an essential tool for enthusiasts eager to keep up with the latest developments from Nintendo.
