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 swirling rumors. This revelation comes courtesy of the newly launched Nintendo Today! app, whose listings on the App Store and Google Play store feature an image that, upon close inspection, clearly shows the letter "C" on the button.
The new button was first introduced alongside the Switch 2 earlier this year, but initial images of the Joy-Con did not label the button with any letter. Speculation had been rife, with many believing it to be the "C" button, and now Nintendo has confirmed those reports.
Speculation about the purpose of the C button has been rampant. Some believe it could be used for "casting" the Switch 2 to a TV wirelessly or for screen sharing. Others speculate it might allow users to switch the Joy-Con's functionality, such as converting it into a mouse mode. There's also talk that it might relate to new group or voice chat features.
Nintendo has scheduled a Switch 2 Direct for April 2, which should shed more light on the new console and its features. Until then, here's what we know so far:- Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for release in 2025, likely not before June, based on the hands-on event schedule.
- The Switch 2 is larger than its predecessor, with bigger Joy-Con controllers that appear to be usable as a mouse.
- It features two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, compared to the original Switch's single port.
- The Switch 2 is backward compatible, capable of playing both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, as well as Switch 2 exclusive titles. However, some Nintendo Switch games may not be fully compatible.
- A new Mario Kart game is in the works for the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Meanwhile, Nintendo recently hosted a Direct focused on the original Switch, during which the Nintendo Today! App was unveiled. Video game legend Shigeru Miyamoto shared this news as a last-minute surprise during the showcase. This all-in-one application is designed to keep die-hard Nintendo fans updated with a daily calendar and a continuous stream of news.
Miyamoto highlighted that following the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct next week, fans can log into the Nintendo Today app to get all the latest updates, with new information being released daily thereafter. This app promises to be an essential tool for staying connected with all things Nintendo.
