Nintendo, Switch and Joy-Con

Nintendo Switch 2's most unexpected feature so far? Joy-Cons that attach upside-down, according to a new patent
You might be able to connect your Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons upside down, according to a new patent. VGC reports that a new patent Nintendo filed suggests you can rotate the Switch 2 screen and still attach its bigger-than-before controllers.
Nintendo Switch 2’s wildest theory yet, upside-down Joy-Cons and flippable display
Switch 2 speculations are getting out of hand, but what do we actually know? This latest one might be the best meme material so far.
Nintendo Switch 2 patent reveals Joy-Cons surprise
When Nintendo teased the Switch 2 in January the company partially revealed the larger, re-designed Joy-Con controllers that connect to the console with a new mechanism, possibly electromagnetically.
Nintendo Switch 2 Patent Suggests Joy-Cons Can be Rotated and the Console Played Upside Down
As reported by VGC, the patent suggests the Nintendo Switch 2 will operate with gyro mechanics in a similar way to how phones work without screen lock. Turning the phone different
New Nintendo Patent Shows Switch 2 Joy-Con Charger and Strap
A new patent suggests that Nintendo is working on a Switch 2 Joy-Con accessory that's notably different from its Switch counterpart.
Nintendo Switch 2 Controllers May Have Unexpected Feature
A new patent indicates that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 controllers could have a feature that may be surprising for some fans.
I'm perplexed by this new Switch 2 Joy-Con patent – who on earth would need it?
There's still a while to wait yet until we get any more official details on the Switch 2 launch (Nintendo has scheduled its Direct event for April 2, 2025), but make sure you register your interest in the console early to beat the digital queues and be the first to preorder once links go live.
Switch 2’s Joy-Cons work like a mouse, Nintendo patents reveal
Nintendo recently published patents on February 6th, revealing two new features for Switch 2 Joy-Cons. The Joy-Cons will be magnetically attached to the
Android Authority6d
We finally know what the Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons are hiding
Many Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con features have been revealed by a new patent. They show an optical sensor and mouse functionality for both Joy-Cons. Nintendo will reveal more details at the ...
Ars Technica7d
Nintendo patent explains Switch 2 Joy-Cons’ “mouse operation” mode
That said, the patent serves as strong evidence of just how the Switch Joy-Cons could emulate computer mice. We expect more details will be shared when Nintendo releases a Switch-focused ...
Polygon7d
New Nintendo patent seemingly confirms magnetic Joy-Cons
The second button is attracted to the second magnet by a magnetic force. Basically, the Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons have two buttons that must be pushed to detach the controller. Both buttons ...
Yardbarker11d
Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons May Introduce a Game-Changing Feature
The Nintendo Switch 2 promises to be one of the most ... while the Wii U had a controller with a full-blown screen. The original Joy-Cons had technology never seen before, and whether or not ...