"Nintendo Switch 2 Image Confirms 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, aligning with earlier rumors. This revelation came via the newly announced and released Nintendo Today! app, where close inspection of the app's images on the App Store and Google Play Store clearly shows the letter "C" on the button.

Initially, when the Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier this year, the new Joy-Con's button did not display any letter. However, consistent with prior reports, it has now been confirmed as the "C" button.

There’s a buzz of speculation surrounding this new button. Some enthusiasts theorize it might be linked to "casting" the Switch 2 to a TV wirelessly or facilitating screen sharing. Others speculate that it could be used to switch the Joy-Con's functionality, perhaps into a mouse mode. There's also chatter about its potential role in enhancing group or voice chat capabilities.

- The Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for a 2025 release, likely not before June based on the hands-on event schedule.
- The new console is larger than its predecessor, with bigger Joy-Con that appear suitable for use as a mouse.
- It features two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, unlike the original Switch which only had one.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, capable of playing both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, as well as Switch 2 exclusive titles. However, some Switch games may not be fully supported or compatible.
- A new Mario Kart game is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2.

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In the meantime, Nintendo recently hosted a Direct event focusing on the original Switch, during which the Nintendo Today! App was announced. Video game icon Shigeru Miyamoto shared insights on this latest initiative towards the end of the showcase. The Nintendo Today! app is designed to be an all-in-one hub for Nintendo enthusiasts, offering a daily calendar and news updates to keep fans in the loop. Miyamoto highlighted that following the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, users can log into the app to access all related updates, with new information rolling out daily.