Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Features Confirmed in New Patent

Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console may boast significantly redesigned Joy-Cons, according to newly surfaced patents. While Nintendo remains officially silent, leaked patents strongly suggest magnetic attachment and innovative mouse functionality for the controllers.

The patents describe a detachable game controller with magnetic mounting to the Switch 2 console. Two buttons, magnetically linked to corresponding magnets within the console's docking recess, must be pressed simultaneously for detachment. The patent text explicitly states: "This game controller is detachably mounted to a body device that has a recess, that comprises a first magnet and a second magnet at the bottom of the recess, and that can execute game processing."

Furthermore, the patents reveal illustrations depicting Joy-Con use as a computer mouse. Holding the controller sideways, the R1 and R2 buttons function as left and right mouse clicks, with joystick manipulation potentially providing scrolling capabilities. The patents illustrate both dual-mouse and hybrid configurations (one Joy-Con as mouse, the other as a standard controller).

The magnetic attachment mechanism was an early leak regarding the Switch 2. The mouse functionality, while later revealed, remains unconfirmed by Nintendo. However, a January teaser subtly hinted at this feature, showcasing the Joy-Cons smoothly gliding across a surface – a clear allusion to mouse-like operation.

For a comprehensive overview of currently available Switch 2 information, consult our detailed breakdown. Nintendo's official Switch 2 Direct presentation is scheduled for April 2nd, 2025, promising a definitive unveiling of all features.