Switch 2's New C Button Unveiled Before Direct

The excitement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is palpable among gaming enthusiasts, especially with its anticipated release in 2025. Fans are eagerly awaiting the Nintendo Direct scheduled for today, April 2nd, to get a glimpse of what's in store. However, some keen observers may have already gotten a sneak peek at the final design of the console, thanks to a new smartphone app called Nintendo Today.

Nintendo Switch 2 Features The New C Button

Functionality Will Be Revealed During the Direct

Nintendo has launched Nintendo Today, a new app designed to deliver the latest news and game information directly to players. The app's listings on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store include promotional images, one of which teases "Get updates on Nintendo Switch 2 news plus game info, videos, comics, and more every day." This image has caught the attention of fans, as it appears to reveal the final design of the Nintendo Switch 2, complete with newly designed Joycons and a mysterious C button on the right Joycon.

Back in January, the initial teaser for the Switch 2 showed a new button beneath the Home button, which was just a black square without any label, sparking speculation about its purpose. Theories ranged from it being a new social feature to a new sensor. However, the image from the Nintendo Today app confirms that this button is indeed the C button. While its exact functionality remains a mystery, fans can expect to learn more during the upcoming Nintendo Direct.