Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con’s Mystery Button Confirmed as “C Button” in Nintendo Today! App

Nintendo Confirms the Identity of the Joy-Con’s New Button

Nintendo has officially confirmed that the mysterious button spotted on the Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con is indeed the C Button. The confirmation comes via the newly launched Nintendo Today! App, where sharp-eyed fans noticed a clear image of the Joy-Con with the letter “C” printed on the previously unlabelled button.

Confirmation Revealed Through Nintendo Today! App

The reveal wasn’t part of an official announcement but came from the App Store and Google Play store listings of the Nintendo Today! app. A close look at the app’s promotional images clearly shows the C Button, putting months of speculation to rest. This button had been the subject of various leaks and rumors since the Switch 2’s reveal earlier this year.

What Is the Purpose of the C Button?

While the C Button is now confirmed, its functionality remains a mystery. Several theories have emerged within the gaming community:

• Casting or Screen Sharing: Some believe it may enable wireless casting of the Switch 2 screen to a TV.

• Mode Switch: Others suggest it could change the Joy-Con’s functionality, possibly activating a mouse mode.

• Group or Voice Chat: There’s speculation that it might introduce new social features, like voice chat or group communication.

Nintendo has scheduled a Switch 2 Direct event on April 2, where fans expect to learn more about the C Button and other new features.

Key Nintendo Switch 2 Features Revealed So Far

While many details about the Nintendo Switch 2 are still under wraps, here’s what has been confirmed:

• Launch Window: Nintendo Switch 2 is set to release in 2025, likely after June, based on event schedules.

• Larger Design: The console is bigger than the original Switch, with larger Joy-Con controllers that reportedly support mouse-like functionality.

• USB-C Ports: It features two USB-C ports—one at the top and another at the bottom, an upgrade from the single port in the original model.

• Backward Compatibility: Nintendo Switch 2 will support both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, along with Switch 2 exclusives. Some older titles may not be fully compatible.

• New Mario Kart Game: A new entry in the Mario Kart franchise is confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo Today! App: A New Hub for Nintendo Fans

The Nintendo Today! App was unveiled during a recent Nintendo Direct focused on the original Switch. Legendary game creator Shigeru Miyamoto announced the app as a new information hub for Nintendo fans. The app offers:

• Daily News Updates: Fresh Nintendo updates delivered directly to fans.

• Event Reminders: Integration with Nintendo’s event calendar.

• Post-Direct Highlights: Fans can revisit announcements and news right after major Direct events.

Miyamoto teased that after the upcoming Switch 2 Direct, the app will continue to provide daily news drops, keeping fans informed about the latest developments.