Nintendo Switch 2 Image Reveals C Button on Joy-Con

Nintendo enthusiasts have eagerly awaited details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, and recent developments have shed light on its mysterious features. The tech giant has officially confirmed that the new Joy-Con’s enigmatic button is indeed the long-rumored “C” button. This revelation came via the newly launched Nintendo Today! app, whose app store listings feature an image revealing the C inscription on the button.

Revealed alongside the Switch 2 earlier this year, the new Joy-Con design initially omitted the label on the button. However, consistent reports indicated it would be named the “C” button, and now confirmation is official. This new addition has sparked significant speculation among gamers, with theories suggesting its potential functionalities. Some believe it could enable wireless casting to TVs or screen sharing, while others speculate it might serve to switch Joy-Con modes, such as transforming them into mouse functionality. There’s also curiosity surrounding its possible connection to new group or voice chat features.

Nintendo has teased further insights with an upcoming Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April 2, where more details are expected. Until then, here’s what we know for sure:

• The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, with hands-on events suggesting a release unlikely before June.
• The device is larger than its predecessor, featuring enlarged Joy-Con controllers designed to function as a mouse.
• Two USB-C ports are present on the Switch 2—one at the top and one at the bottom—unlike the single port on the original Switch.
• Backward compatibility is confirmed, allowing the Switch 2 to play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, along with Switch 2-exclusive titles. However, some games may not be fully supported or compatible.
• A new Mario Kart game is confirmed for the Switch 2.

First Look at Nintendo Switch 2

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In related news, Nintendo recently hosted a Direct event focusing on the original Switch, unveiling several announcements. During the showcase, the Nintendo Today! app was introduced, offering users a centralized platform for daily updates and news. Game industry legend Shigeru Miyamoto highlighted the app’s potential, emphasizing its role in delivering real-time content to fans worldwide.