Civilization 7 Dev Firaxis Remains Coy on Nintendo Switch 2 ‘Mouse’ Joy-Con

The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal showcased a potential "mouse" mode for the Joy-Cons. A segment in the trailer depicts detached Joy-Cons placed on a surface, connecting to what appear to be flat-bottomed connectors. These then move across the surface like a mouse on a mousepad, with a possible slider pad visible on one connector. Pre-reveal rumors suggested this functionality, citing an internal sensor similar to those in computer mice. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed this feature or its implications.

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The reveal sparked speculation about potential impacts on games like Civilization 7, already confirmed for the original Switch. An IGN interview with Civilization 7's lead designer and executive producer hinted at the possibilities. While the lead designer remained tight-lipped, the executive producer offered a suggestive response, acknowledging the intriguing potential of the new Joy-Con functionality and its impact on console control trade-offs.

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While Firaxis won't announce a dedicated Switch 2 version of Civilization 7 (that's 2K Games' purview), the April Switch 2 Direct might shed light on this. Despite the uncertainty surrounding mouse support and the new Joy-Con button's function, the Switch 2's 2025 release (likely June-September) and a new Mario Kart title are confirmed. Further details can be found in our comprehensive Nintendo Switch 2 coverage.