Switch 2 Joy-Con mouse functionality reiterated by a published Nintendo patent - Yanko Design
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The Nintendo Direct event scheduled for April 2, 2025, at 9 AM Eastern will officially unveil details about the Nintendo Switch 2. This handheld-console hybrid, teased in January, promises enhanced features, including revamped Joy-Cons capable of mouse functionality. Although no official name is connected to the upcoming patent filed by Nintendo, many believe it relates to Switch 2. The event may also announce pricing and availability, following leaked information hinting at a May 22 launch date, igniting further speculation within the gaming community.
The recently published patent details Nintendo's Joy-Con controller capabilities, indicating that it can serve multiple roles, including a mouse-like input for gaming.
Anticipation builds for the Nintendo Direct event on April 2, 2025, where more details about the Switch 2 and its Joy-Con functionality will be unveiled.
The Switch 2, scheduled for release on May 22, could be a major competitor to the Steam Deck, especially with its revamped Joy-Cons and enhanced features.
Speculation about the Nintendo Switch 2's capabilities arises from a recent patent, showcasing the potential for Joy-Cons to function as a mouse input device.
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