There’s some intriguing news making waves about the upcoming Switch 2. Reports from CES suggest that the new Joy-Cons might come with hidden mouse functionality.
As we sift through all the talks surrounding this console, it’s clear there’s a lot of excitement. An accessory maker has claimed that these new Joy-Cons will incorporate mouse-like features. This revelation stems from shipping data leaked last year mentioning “mouse parts.” Sounds interesting.
Switch 2 shipping data indicates the joycons will have mouse soles/feet
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This week at CES, Genki CEO Eddie Tsai discussed their latest findings while showcasing a 3D-printed model of the system. An optical sensor is cleverly tucked away in the mounting channel of the Joy-Cons. Nintendo hasn’t officially announced anything about their Switch successor, but they have confirmed plans to share more details before March 31, 2025. And let’s not forget earlier reports indicating that key developers already have access to this console and that Nintendo aims to launch in 2024.
Also, there are more of these rumors… that are circulating saying that internal delays have pushed back its release date to avoid shortages, which is a pretty wise move considering recent trends in tech launches. A delay often means better product quality or availability upon release; here’s hoping that’s exactly what we’re looking at!
The leaks keep coming, too! Just last week, alleged images of these Joy-Cons surfaced online, showing them slightly larger with a magnetic connection. As hinted before, there’s speculation about whether they truly will support mouse functionality.
This week at CES isn’t just about rumors; Genki also displayed what they claim is an accurate replica of the system ahead of an April 2025 launch date.
