"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, dispelling previous speculation. This confirmation comes via the newly released Nintendo Today! app, where close inspection of the app's promotional images on both the App Store and Google Play reveals the letter 'C' on the button.

The C button was first showcased alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year, although initial images of the new Joy-Con did not feature any letter on the button. Reports had already hinted at it being named the "C" button, which has now been verified.

Speculation about the function of the C button abounds. Some believe it may be related to wirelessly casting the Switch 2 to a TV or facilitating screen sharing. Others suggest it could toggle different Joy-Con functionalities, such as switching to a mouse mode. There's also talk that it might enhance group or voice chat capabilities.

More details about the C button and other features are expected to be revealed during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April 2. Until then, here's a summary of what we currently know:

• The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, likely not before June, based on the hands-on event schedule.
• The console is larger than its predecessor, featuring bigger Joy-Con that can potentially function as a mouse.
• It includes two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, unlike the original Switch which had only one.
• The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, capable of playing both physical and digital games from the original Switch, as well as exclusive titles for the Switch 2. However, some games may not be fully compatible.
• A new Mario Kart game is being developed specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2.

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In a recent Direct focused on the original Switch, Nintendo unveiled the Nintendo Today! app. This new application, announced by video game legend Shigeru Miyamoto during the showcase, serves as a comprehensive hub for Nintendo enthusiasts. It offers a daily calendar and news feed, ensuring fans stay up-to-date with the latest developments. Following the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, users can log into the app to access all the announcements, with new updates promised daily.