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 from the newly announced and released Nintendo Today! app, whose listings on the App Store and Google Play include a revealing image showcasing the C on the button.

The new button was first unveiled alongside the Switch 2 earlier this year, but initial images of the Joy-Con did not feature any letter on the button. Speculation had been rife, with many believing it to be the "C" button, and now Nintendo has validated those reports.

Speculation abounds regarding the purpose of this new C button. Some enthusiasts suggest it might be related to "casting" the Switch 2 to a TV wirelessly or facilitating screen sharing. Others speculate it could be used to switch the Joy-Con's functionality, perhaps into a mouse mode. There's also talk about it possibly enhancing new group or voice chat features.

• 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 its predecessor, featuring bigger Joy-Con that seem capable of functioning as a mouse.
• It boasts two USB-C ports, one at the top and another at the bottom, unlike the original Switch which had only one.
• Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, with the reveal video confirming compatibility with both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, as well as Switch 2 exclusive titles. However, some Nintendo Switch games may not be fully supported or compatible with the new console.
• A new Mario Kart game is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

28 ImagesIn the meantime, Nintendo recently held a Direct event focused on the original Switch, where the Nintendo Today! app was introduced. Video game legend Shigeru Miyamoto shared insights on this new application during the showcase, describing it as an all-in-one hub for Nintendo enthusiasts.

The Nintendo Today! app acts as a daily calendar and news platform, designed to keep fans up-to-date with the latest from Nintendo. Miyamoto highlighted that after the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, users can log into the app to access all the latest updates, with new information being released on a daily basis.