Ever since the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, fans have been buzzing with excitement over a small but intriguing detail from the trailer: the Joy-Cons. Specifically, their potential use as mouse controllers, similar to those on a PC, caught everyone's attention. Now, we have official confirmation on their functionality: the Joy-Cons can operate in "mouse mode." This innovative feature allows players to slide the Joy-Cons across flat surfaces and use the analog sticks to simulate a left-click and right-click, just like a standard mouse. What's more, players can use two Joy-Cons in mouse mode simultaneously, one in each hand, or combine one in standard mode with the other in mouse mode. This versatility opens up a world of gaming possibilities.
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The Nintendo stream showcased the capabilities of the Joy-Con in mouse mode through a sports game reminiscent of Rocket League, featuring robot characters in wheelchair-style vehicles. The game, titled "Drag and Drive," is a thrilling three-on-three basketball game. To play, gamers must use two Joy-Con controllers in mouse mode to maneuver their characters around the court, aiming to score by sinking the ball into the basket.
The speculation about the Joy-Con's mouse-like functionality began with the reveal trailer, which showed the Joy-Cons gliding across surfaces much like PC mice. In our quest for more information, we reached out to Firaxis, the developer behind Civilization 7, and received a cryptic response that only added to the mystery. Features like the mouse mode and the new C button have sparked lively discussions over the past month, serving as a strong counterargument to those who felt the Nintendo Switch 2 was playing it too "safe" compared to Nintendo's typically bold innovations.
You can catch up on all the announcements from today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct right here.
