Nintendo has officially confirmed that the mysterious new button on the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con is indeed the C button, putting an end to the speculation that had been circulating. This confirmation came through the newly released Nintendo Today! app, where a detailed image in the app's listings on the App Store and Google Play clearly displays the letter C on the button.
The C button was first unveiled with the Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year, but initial images of the new Joy-Con did not feature any lettering. Rumors had suggested it was the "C" button, and those rumors have now been validated.
Speculation about the C button's function has been rampant. Some believe it might enable wireless casting of the Switch 2 to a TV or facilitate screen sharing. Others speculate that it could switch the Joy-Con's functionality, such as toggling to a mouse mode. There's also talk that it might be related to new group or voice chat features.
Nintendo has scheduled a Switch 2 Direct for April 2, where we hope to learn more about this intriguing button. In the meantime, here's what we know for certain:
- Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, likely not before June based on the hands-on event schedule.
- The new console is larger than its predecessor, featuring larger Joy-Con that appear capable of functioning as a mouse.
- It includes two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, compared to the single port on the original Nintendo Switch.
- Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, confirmed to play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, as well as exclusive Switch 2 titles. However, some Switch games may not be fully compatible.
- A new Mario Kart game is slated for the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Meanwhile, Nintendo recently hosted a Direct focused on the original Switch, where the Nintendo Today! app was unveiled. Video game legend Shigeru Miyamoto shared details about this new app during the showcase.
The Nintendo Today! app serves as a comprehensive hub for Nintendo enthusiasts, offering a daily calendar and news updates to keep fans in the loop. Miyamoto highlighted that following the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, users can log into the app to receive daily updates on the latest news and developments.
