The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal showcased a potential "mouse" mode for the Joy-Cons. A segment in the trailer depicts detached Joy-Cons placed attachment-side down on a surface, connecting to flat-bottomed connectors and moving like a mouse on a mousepad. A possible slider pad on a connector further supports this theory. Pre-reveal rumors suggested this functionality, attributing it to an internal sensor similar to those in computer mice. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed this feature or its implications.
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The Switch 2 reveal sparked speculation about potential game adaptations, particularly Firaxis' Civilization 7. While backward compatibility is expected, the possibility of a tailored Switch 2 version utilizing the new Joy-Con mouse functionality was raised.
IGN's interview with Civilization 7's lead designer Ed Beach and executive producer Dennis Shirk yielded a suggestive response from Shirk regarding this possibility: "It is definitely intriguing," he stated, highlighting the potential benefits of improved control schemes while remaining tight-lipped on specifics.
AnswerSee ResultsWhile Firaxis won't announce a dedicated Switch 2 version of Civilization 7 (that's 2K Games' purview), the April Switch 2 Direct may shed light on this and other unanswered questions, including the function of a new Joy-Con button. The Switch 2 launch is slated for 2025 (likely June-September), with a new Mario Kart title in development. Further details on the Switch 2 can be found via [link to Nintendo Switch 2 coverage].
