The Switch 2 will have new Joy-Cons and a new Pro Controller. Both will have new features, different sizing from the original Switch versions, and a hefty price tag.

Both Joy-Cons are color-coded, and while you can magnetically connect them to either end of your Switch, they will only charge when placed on the correct side. Your Switch 2 must be connected to a ...

How To Sync Switch 1 Joy-Cons To A Switch 2 Connecting your Switch 1 Joy-Cons is a lot like the process above, as you'll go to the Change Grip/Order menu in the Controllers setting. While the ...

Thankfully, Nintendo heard us loud and clear by ditching the old idea of Joy-Cons sliding into the console for connection. The new Switch 2 is coming with new software and hardware features, which ...

The rumors were right. They can double as mouse-like controllers. One Joy-Con can be used as a traditional controller, held vertically, while the other slides along the table as a mouse.

However, this game will be harder if you use the new Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons. It’s noted that the new Joy-Con controllers are quieter than the original Joy-Cons.

If customizable Joy-Cons are legit, they could be a hit—especially for players who love tweaking their gear. It’s a smart way to keep the Nintendo Switch 2 fresh and fun. Wrapping It Up ...

Nintendo first teased Joy-Con mouse functionality for the Switch 2 in its announcement video for the console. For more of what we learned from the massive Switch 2 direct, check out all the ...

Another big new feature of the Switch 2 Joy-Cons is that they can work like a mouse with select games. When they’re detached, you hold them, connection rail down, on a surface like a coffee table.

Engadget has asked Nintendo why the company opted not to use Hall effect tech in the Joy-Con 2. We've also asked whether the Switch 2 Pro Controller foregoes Hall effect sensors as well.

That led to the idea returning for the Switch 2. Kawamoto said the goal was to make it easier to attach and detach the Joy-Cons so that even children could do it.

While Nintendo shared a lot about Switch 2’s hardware, it won’t confirm how new Joy-Cons will avoid “joy-con drift.” or if they use Hall-effect joysticks.