Change 2 leaks simply maintain coming, answering some massive questions concerning the console

Following a flood of leaks at CES 2025, Nintendo lastly formally revealed the Switch 2 in January. Within the two-minute first-look video, Nintendo didn’t share many specifics concerning the console, primarily specializing in its design, form, and new Joy-Cons. It additionally hinted that Mario Kart 9 is likely to be a launch title.

Though Nintendo is predicted to disclose extra particulars concerning the Change 2 at its Direct event on April 2, leaks concerning the extremely anticipated gaming console proceed to swirl. These 4 new particulars concerning the console have not too long ago piqued my curiosity and made me much more wanting to see what the Change 2 has in retailer.

1 A brand new patent exhibits off Pleasure-Con mouse performance in motion

The Pleasure-Con’s skill to rework right into a mouse is all however confirmed at this level

Within the first-look trailer, one of many moments that caught many individuals’s eyes was when the Pleasure-Con controller clicked into a brand new attachment and slid alongside a floor like a pc mouse. It’s lengthy been rumored the gadget may have mouse functionality, and that second within the trailer additional fueled hypothesis.

A brand new patent (as seen above) showcases new illustrations of the Pleasure-Con getting used equally to a mouse. Whereas the patent is in Japanese, in line with wario64 on X, it does reference a mouse. As somebody who primarily performs video games on PC, I discover the concept of a Pleasure-Con reworking right into a mouse fascinating, and I’m excited to see the way it’s applied and its impact on gameplay.

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2 A cut up in two Professional Controller

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Some of the intriguing photos from the brand new Nintendo patents is the illustration of a Professional Controller cut up in two. Very like the brand new Pleasure-Cons, this cut up design will assist facilitate the controller’s secondary utilization as a mouse, with the optical sensor for the unit residing within the space the place the controller breaks away. Although a Change 2 Professional Controller has not been introduced but, it appears like Nintendo is certainly exploring choices for premium controllers for its new console that may retain the entire performance of the Pleasure-Cons with a extra comfy grip.

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3 Magnetic Pleasure-Con straps

Your Pleasure-Cons will not be flying off your wrist anytime quickly

One other patent showcases new illustrations of how the wrist strap for the Change 2’s Pleasure-Cons may operate. In line with the patent, the strap attaches magnetically to the Pleasure-Con, which is sensible contemplating that the Pleasure-Con’s magnetic performance was hinted at within the first-look video.

Moreover, the patent confirmed off a brand new Pleasure-Con charging dock. It’s unclear whether or not this can include the console, however I think will probably be an optionally available accent for charging further Pleasure-Cons for the Change 2. The magnetic performance ought to make attaching and detaching the controllers from the charging dock fast and easy.

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4 The Change 2 may assist Amiibos nonetheless

Concern not collectors, your Amiibo assortment will stay on

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If you happen to’re an Amiibo collector, this leak can be music to your ears. Nintendowire not too long ago found one other hidden secret within the Change 2 patents: potential Amiibo assist. In line with the report, one of many current patents states that the Change 2’s Pleasure-Cons will characteristic built-in NFC (near-field communication) assist, which may verify that Nintendo is prone to proceed supporting the usage of Amiibo figures on the Change 2 and maybe even begin producing new ones.

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5 Nintendo is holding affordability in thoughts

The Change 2’s worth may not be that unhealthy in spite of everything

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Lately, Shuntaro Furukawa, President of Nintendo, addressed the corporate’s Q3 monetary outcomes and instructed that they’re evaluating “the pricing expectations of our prospects for Nintendo merchandise.” (by way of T3).

On condition that the Change 2 is the corporate’s subsequent massive launch, this might imply Nintendo is prioritizing holding the console at an reasonably priced worth. Nevertheless, Furukawa admitted that various financial components worldwide may have an effect on the corporate’s future pricing, comparable to excessive inflation charges in some elements of the world and the potential affect of Trump’s tariffs on US imports.

Hopefully, the Change 2’s worth and launch date can be revealed at Nintendo’s subsequent Direct occasion on Wednesday, April 2.

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