Nintendo Switch 2 Image Confirms C Button on Joy-Con

Nintendo has officially confirmed that the mysterious new button on the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con is indeed the C button, aligning with earlier rumors. This confirmation comes from the newly launched Nintendo Today! app, whose listings on the App Store and Google Play feature an image that, upon close inspection, clearly shows the C on the button.

The C button was first revealed alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year, though initial images of the new Joy-Con did not label the button. Subsequent reports had hinted at it being called the "C" button, and those rumors have now been verified.

There's considerable speculation about the functionality of this new C button. Some believe it might enable wireless casting of the Switch 2 to a TV or facilitate screen sharing. Others speculate it could switch the Joy-Con's functionality, perhaps into a mouse mode. There are also theories suggesting it might enhance group or voice chat features.

Nintendo has scheduled a Switch 2 Direct for April 2, where we hope to learn more about the C button and other features. Here's what we know about the Nintendo Switch 2 so far:

• The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, likely not before June based on the hands-on event schedule.
• The console is larger than the original Switch, with larger Joy-Con that resemble a mouse in design.
• It features two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, unlike the original Switch which had only one.
• The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, capable of playing both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games as well as Switch 2 exclusive titles, although some Switch games might not be fully compatible.
• A new Mario Kart game is being developed for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

In other news, Nintendo recently hosted a Direct focused on the original Switch, where they announced the Nintendo Today! app. Video game legend Shigeru Miyamoto introduced this new application during the showcase, describing it as a comprehensive hub for Nintendo enthusiasts. The app serves as a daily calendar and news feed, providing real-time updates to fans. Following the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, users can log into the Nintendo Today app to stay updated, with Miyamoto promising daily news updates thereafter.