Nintendo has been making some significant changes to its gaming console, the Nintendo Switch 2. One of the most notable improvements is the addition of USB mouse support, which has left many gamers excited and curious.
Recent reports suggest that a USB mouse can be used seamlessly with the Nintendo Switch 2 in at least one upcoming game, Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition. The game's developer commentary video shows producer Michi Ryu using a USB mouse to play the game, switching between it and his left Joy-Con 2 controller.
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This is great news for gamers who have been struggling with the ergonomics of using a Joy-Con 2 in mouse mode. The original Switch had mouse and keyboard support, but only some games took advantage of it. This time around, Nintendo seems to be embracing mouse support more, as evident from their video published on the Nintendo Today app showing how to navigate the system's menu with an onscreen pointer.
While this is a significant development, it remains unclear whether a standard mouse can be used interchangeably with a Joy-Con 2 controller anywhere where mouse control is supported. Nintendo has not responded to our email asking for clarification, but it's safe to say that gamers are eagerly awaiting more information on this topic.
The addition of USB mouse support is just one of the many updates coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. With its improved performance and features, this console is set to revolutionize the gaming industry once again. As a gamer deeply interested in the industry, I'm excited to see what other developments lie ahead.