The Nintendo Switch 2 might look familiar at first glance, but a closer look reveals some significant upgrades, particularly in its redesigned Joy-Cons. Newly surfaced patents shed light on these changes, hinting at magnetic attachment and surprising mouse functionality.

While Nintendo remains officially silent, reports and patents strongly suggest magnetically attaching Joy-Cons to the Switch 2 console. The patents describe a system using magnets embedded in the console's docking recess, and two buttons on each Joy-Con, required for detachment. The patent text specifies, “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.” These buttons, according to the patent, are magnetically aligned with the magnets in the console.

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con patent includes illustrations for the mouse functionality. More images in the link https://t.co/13ZNQtOMqF pic.twitter.com/ey3ufRUWZE

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The patents further illustrate the versatility of this mouse function, allowing for either a dual-mouse setup or a single-mouse configuration paired with a traditional Joy-Con controller.

The magnetic attachment was among the earliest leaks surrounding the Switch 2, while the mouse functionality emerged later. However, a January teaser subtly hinted at this feature, showing the Joy-Cons smoothly gliding across a surface—a clear nod to the innovative mouse control.

For a comprehensive overview of everything known about the Nintendo Switch 2, explore our detailed breakdown. Mark your calendars! Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct presentation is scheduled for April 2nd, 2025, promising official confirmation of these exciting features and more.