Nintendo Switch 2 Image Reveals 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, putting an end to the swirling rumors. This confirmation came via the newly released Nintendo Today! app, where keen-eyed users spotted the letter 'C' on the button in the app's promotional images available on both the App Store and Google Play.

The C button was first unveiled earlier this year alongside the Switch 2, but initial images of the new Joy-Con did not show any lettering on the button. Despite this, earlier reports had suggested it was dubbed the "C" button, a claim that has now been verified.

Speculation about the C button's purpose abounds. Some believe it could be related to wirelessly "casting" the Switch 2 to a TV or enabling some form of screen sharing. Others theorize that it might be used to toggle the Joy-Con's functionality, such as switching to a mouse mode. There's also talk about it possibly being linked to new group or voice chat features.

• The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, likely not before June if the hands-on event schedule is any indication.
• The new console is larger than its predecessor, featuring bigger Joy-Con controllers that seem designed to function as a mouse.
• It includes two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, unlike the original Switch which had only one.
• The Switch 2 is backward compatible, capable of playing both physical and digital games from the original Nintendo Switch, as well as Switch 2 exclusive titles. However, some games may not be fully compatible or supported.
• A new Mario Kart game is in development specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2.

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In other news, Nintendo recently held a Direct event focused on the original Switch, during which they also announced the Nintendo Today! app. Shigeru Miyamoto, the legendary video game designer, revealed this app as a surprise addition during the showcase. The Nintendo Today! app serves as a comprehensive hub for Nintendo enthusiasts, offering a daily calendar and a steady stream of news updates directly to users' phones.

Miyamoto highlighted that following the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, fans can log into the app to stay up-to-date with all the latest announcements, with new information being added daily.