A newly published patent reveals exciting new features for the Switch 2 Joy-Cons, including rumored mouse functionality. Let's delve into the details and the upcoming Nintendo Direct.

Switch 2 Joy-Cons: Mouse Support and More

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) published a Nintendo patent on February 6, 2025, detailing innovative Joy-Con features for the Switch 2, notably mouse-like capabilities. This corroborates speculation sparked by the Switch 2 reveal trailer, which showed the controller being swiped across a surface, hinting at this functionality.

The patent describes a sensor that detects reflected light changes as the Joy-Con moves across a surface, enabling mouse operation. While maintaining the detachable design of the original Switch Joy-Cons, the patent also unveils a new charging dock for simultaneous charging of up to two Joy-Cons and a magnetic attachment with a wrist strap.

Furthermore, the patent introduces a novel controller design: two half-controllers, each equipped with an optical sensor for mouse functionality, which can be combined into a single standard controller using a separate attachment.

It's crucial to remember that these patent details may not fully represent 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 2, 2025, at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET across official Nintendo social media channels. While the Switch 2's 2025 release is confirmed, a precise date remains unannounced. For more Switch 2 information, visit our dedicated page.