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 confirmation came through the newly released Nintendo Today! app, which features an image on its App Store and Google Play listings that clearly shows the C on the button.
The new C button was first revealed alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year, though initial images of the Joy-Con did not display any letter on the button. Subsequent reports had suggested it was the "C" button, a fact now verified by Nintendo.
There is a wealth of speculation surrounding the purpose of this new C button. Some enthusiasts 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 serve as a toggle for changing the Joy-Con's functionality, possibly into a mouse mode. There's also talk about it being connected to new group or voice chat features.
Nintendo has scheduled a Switch 2 Direct for April 2, where we might learn more about the C button and other features. In the meantime, here's what we know for certain about the Nintendo Switch 2:
- Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for release in 2025, likely not before June if the hands-on event schedule is indicative.
- The console is larger than the original Switch, with bigger Joy-Con that appear to be usable as a mouse.
- It features two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, unlike the single port on the original Nintendo Switch.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, capable of playing both physical and digital games from the original Switch, as well as exclusive titles for the Switch 2. However, some older games might not be fully compatible.
- A new Mario Kart game is in development specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Meanwhile, Nintendo recently held a Direct focused on the original Switch, during which the Nintendo Today! app was announced. Video game legend Shigeru Miyamoto revealed this new initiative as a last-minute surprise during the showcase. The app serves as a comprehensive hub for Nintendo enthusiasts, offering a daily calendar and news updates to keep players informed in real-time.
Miyamoto highlighted that following the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct next week, fans can use the Nintendo Today app to stay updated on all the latest developments, with new information being released daily.
