"Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Features Revealed by Patent"

The Nintendo Switch 2 is generating buzz, and while official details are still under wraps, new patents reveal exciting changes, particularly to the Joy-Cons. Recent reports suggest that the Switch 2 Joy-Cons will feature magnetic attachments, enabling a more seamless connection to the console. What's even more intriguing is the possibility of using these Joy-Cons as a computer mouse, a feature hinted at by the latest patents filed by Nintendo.

The patent describes a game controller that "is detachably mounted to a body device that has a recess, that comprises a first magnet and a second magnet at the bottom of the recess, and that can execute game processing." This setup suggests a secure and user-friendly way to attach and detach the Joy-Cons. To remove the Joy-Cons, users will need to press two buttons located on the top surface of the controller's protrusion. The patent states, "The first button and the second button are provided in the longitudinal direction in the top surface of the protrusion... The first button is attracted to the first magnet by a magnetic force. The second button is attracted to the second magnet by a magnetic force."

In a fascinating twist, the Joy-Cons can also function as a mouse. Illustrations included in the patent show players holding the Joy-Con railside down, with the shoulder buttons serving as mouse buttons. Specifically, the R1 and R2 buttons act as the left and right mouse buttons, respectively. There may also be a scrolling function using the joysticks, offering a versatile input method for gamers.

Additional images from the patent show various configurations, including using the Joy-Cons in a dual mouse setup or pairing one Joy-Con as a mouse with the other as a standard controller. These features were hinted at in earlier leaks, with the magnetic attachments being one of the first rumors to surface about the Switch 2. The mouse functionality was teased in a January preview where the Joy-Cons were shown gliding across a surface, subtly nodding to this innovative feature.

For those eager to learn more about the Nintendo Switch 2, our comprehensive breakdown is available [ttpp]. Mark your calendars for the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April 2, 2025, where all the official details will be revealed. Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting update on Nintendo's latest console.