Tech Desk 
Apr 04, 2025
The recent confirmation about the Nintendo Switch 2's launch has caused a stir which has been mounting recklessly, provoking Switch enthusiasts to be braced with what its new mouse feature is like and how well it goes with popular games announced for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Mouse-like Joy-cons, Switch 2's new experimental feature dubbed “mouse-cons”, is evidently being subject to platform-wide skepticism. According to Digital Trends, however, controllers like this have always proven to have improved precision, accuracy and overall responsiveness.
In Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the right Joy-con offers precise aiming when placed flat on a table, offering an experience like that of using a mouse. This way, players can easily switch to traditional controls without having to make any tweaks to settings.
The control-improving feature also takes on the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Party Jamboree and Welcome Tour, allowing for intuitive mechanics for dragging, aiming, and cursor-oriented movement.
Adding to the flare of Switch 2's new mouse feature, the gyroscope integration enables users to relish gestures like shooting in Drag and Drive, all while separately controlling wheels.
Third-party developers, including Cyberpunk 2077, are also reportedly including mouse aiming and motion controls, making Nintendo Switch 2's mouse feature ideal for shooting and strategy games like Civilization 7.
Regarding comfort, it remains highly imperative as Joy-cons are said to be designed not for extended mouse-like use. Here, they leave an accommodating margin for third-party ergonomic accessories.
