Nintendo has officially revealed new details about the upcoming Switch 2 console, highlighting innovative Joy-Con mouse functionality and smart battery-saving features. The console is set to launch on June 5, 2025.

Joy-Cons as a Mouse: A New Way to Play

The Switch 2 will feature upgraded Joy-Con controllers equipped with optical sensors, allowing them to function like a computer mouse. To activate this mode, users simply rotate a Joy-Con 90 degrees and place it on a flat surface. The right analog stick acts as a scroll wheel, enhancing UI and in-game navigation.

This feature has already caught the attention of developers, including XCOM creator Julian Gollop, who sees strong potential for real-time strategy games on the platform. Nintendo is also preparing a title called Drag x Drive, a wheelchair basketball game where each Joy-Con controls one wheel of the virtual chair.

Battery Life and Preservation Mode

The Switch 2 will offer between 2 to 6.5 hours of battery life depending on usage and game intensity.

To address long-term battery health, Nintendo is introducing a Battery Preservation Mode. This includes a new setting called “Stop Charging at Around 90%”, which halts the charging process once the battery reaches that level.

 What it does:

• Reduces long-term battery wear.
• Slows charging and automatically stops at ~90%.
• Similar to battery care features found in laptops and smartphones.

This option is especially useful for players who keep their consoles docked for extended periods or frequently recharge them.

Nintendo Switch 2 is bringing fresh innovations with mouse-style Joy-Con controls and smart battery protection. The console launches on June 5, 2025, with pre-orders already available. Among the first games is Drag x Drive, designed to showcase these new capabilities.