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Switch 2 Joy-Con Patent Points to Rumored Mouse Support Function

Feb 25,25(12 months ago)
Switch 2 Joy-Con Patent Points to Rumored Mouse Support Function

A newly published patent reveals exciting new features for the Switch 2 Joy-Cons, including rumored mouse functionality. This article delves into the details of the patent and the upcoming Nintendo Direct.

Switch 2 Joy-Con Patent Points to Rumored Mouse Support Function

Switch 2 Joy-Cons: Mouse Support and More

A February 6, 2025, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) publication details a Nintendo patent showcasing innovative Joy-Con features for the Switch 2, notably mouse-like capabilities. This corroborates speculation sparked by the Switch 2 reveal trailer, which depicted the controller being swiped across a surface.

Switch 2 Joy-Con Patent Points to Rumored Mouse Support Function

The patent describes the mouse function as follows: "The sensor for mouse operation detects reflected light from a detected surface, the light changing by moving over the detected surface in a state in which either the first side surface or the second side surface is placed on the detected surface."

Beyond mouse functionality, the patent also unveils a new charging dock for up to two Joy-Cons simultaneously, and a magnetic attachment with a wrist strap, similar to the original Switch Joy-Cons.

Furthermore, the patent introduces a novel controller design: a standard controller split into two halves, each equipped with an optical sensor for mouse functionality. These halves can be combined using a separate attachment.

It's crucial to note that these patent details might not entirely reflect the final Switch 2 product, as Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed these features.

Nintendo Direct: April 2nd, 2025

Nintendo of America announced via Twitter (X) on February 5, 2025, that a Nintendo Direct focusing on the Switch 2 will air on April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PT/9 AM ET across all official Nintendo social media channels. While the Switch 2's 2025 release is confirmed, a precise date remains unannounced. Visit our Switch 2 page for further updates.

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