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

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

Switch 2 Joy-Cons: Mouse Support and More

A February 6, 2025, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) publication revealed a Nintendo patent detailing innovative Joy-Con features for the Switch 2. The patent strongly suggests mouse capabilities, corroborating earlier speculation sparked by the Switch 2 reveal trailer, which depicted the controller being swiped across a surface.

This patent sheds light on Nintendo's plans, offering a glimpse into the Switch 2's controller technology despite the company's silence on the matter.

Enhanced Joy-Con Functionality and New Controllers

The Switch 2 Joy-Cons maintain the detachable design of their predecessors. The patent describes a "sensor for mouse operation" that detects reflected light changes as the controller moves across a surface. A new charging dock supports simultaneous charging of up to two Joy-Cons. A magnetic attachment, complete with a wrist strap, securely connects the Joy-Cons to the console.

The patent also 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 to form a single, traditional controller.

It's crucial to remember that the patent details might not fully represent the final product. Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed these features.

Upcoming Nintendo Direct: April 2nd, 2025

Nintendo of America announced via Twitter (X) on February 5, 2025, that a Nintendo Direct focused on the Switch 2 will air on April 2, 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. For further updates, visit our dedicated Switch 2 information page.