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Nintendo Showcases Joy-Con 2 Mouse Controls for Switch 2 in Official Video

The new Joy-Con 2 controllers feature optical sensors, enabling mouse-like functionality with system-level integration, but questions about customization options remain.

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Overview

  • Nintendo released a video demonstrating the Joy-Con 2's mouse controls on the Switch 2 Home menu, showcasing optical sensor functionality.
  • Both left and right Joy-Con 2 controllers can act as mice, retaining all button usability and introducing scroll wheel-like functionality via the right stick.
  • Mouse mode is activated by flipping the controller on its side and deactivates when returned to the standard position, offering seamless transitions.
  • HD Rumble enhances the mouse experience with tactile feedback, adding depth to gameplay interactions in supported titles like Super Mario Party Jamboree
  • The preview did not show options for adjusting sensitivity or DPI settings, raising concerns about user customization for optimal control.