One of the most intriguing developments with Nintendo Switch 2 is that the Joy-Con 2 controllers have mouse-like functionality for certain games. That’s been a long-requested feature, but players who love using mice appear to have that option on Switch 2 as well.
During a demonstration for Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening CE on Switch 2 (via Insider Gaming), producer Michi Ryu plugged a wired mouse into the console and began playing with it. He also noted that when the mouse is plugged in, it takes priority control away from the Joy-Con 2 controllers. Ryu used the mouse around the 10:53 mark in the video below.
This doesn’t necessarily mean that all Switch 2 games will be compatible with a standard mouse. It’s also unclear if wireless mice are also usable on Switch 2. XCOM creator Julian Gollop recently suggested that Switch 2’s mouse options may lead to more strategy games on the system.
Nintendo’s upcoming 3v3 sports title, Drag x Drive, will extensively feature the Joy-Con 2’s mouse capabilities. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will also incorporate the ability to switch between Joy-Con 2’s controller and mouse-like capabilities on the fly. That may make aiming a lot easier in the upcoming sequel. Nintendo also recently shared a better look at how the Joy-Con 2’s mouse capabilities will work.
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