The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal showcased a potential "mouse" mode for the Joy-Cons. A segment in the trailer depicts detached Joy-Cons placed attachment-side down on a surface, connecting to flat-bottomed connectors and moving like a mouse on a mousepad. A possible slider pad on a connector further supports this theory.
Pre-reveal rumors suggested this functionality, attributing it to an internal sensor similar to those in computer mice. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed this feature or its implications.
Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look
28 Images
The Switch 2 reveal sparked speculation about potential game adaptations. Civilization 7, already confirmed for the original Switch, will likely be backward compatible. However, the possibility of a dedicated Switch 2 version utilizing the new Joy-Con's mouse functionality was raised.
In an interview with IGN, Civilization 7's executive producer, Dennis Shirk, offered an intriguing, though non-committal, response regarding this possibility: "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 in April might shed more light on this and other features.
Despite uncertainties surrounding mouse support and a new Joy-Con button, 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.
