Nintendo has officially confirmed that the mysterious new button on the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con is indeed the C button, quashing previous rumors. This revelation came via the newly released Nintendo Today! app, which features an image on its App Store and Google Play listings that clearly shows the letter "C" on the button.

The C button was first spotted when the Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier this year, though initial images of the new Joy-Con did not display any lettering. This confirmation aligns with prior speculations that it was dubbed the "C" button.

The purpose of the C button has sparked numerous theories. Some believe it could be used for wirelessly casting the Switch 2 to a TV or for screen sharing. Others speculate it might switch the Joy-Con to a mouse mode, while there's also talk about its potential role in enhancing group or voice chat functionalities.

Nintendo has scheduled a Switch 2 Direct for April 2, which should shed more light on the C button's function. Until then, here are the confirmed details about the Nintendo Switch 2:

• The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, likely not before June according to the hands-on event schedule.
• It is larger than the original Switch, featuring larger Joy-Con that can potentially function as a mouse.
• It includes two USB-C ports, one at the top and one at the bottom, unlike the original Switch which had only one.
• The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible, capable of playing both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games, as well as Switch 2 exclusive titles. However, some Nintendo Switch games might not be fully compatible.
• A new Mario Kart game is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

In other news, Nintendo recently hosted a Direct focused on the original Switch, during which the Nintendo Today! app was announced. Shigeru Miyamoto, a legendary figure in video games, introduced this app as a comprehensive resource for Nintendo enthusiasts. The Nintendo Today! app serves as a daily calendar and news hub, providing players with the latest updates as they happen. Following the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, fans can use the app to stay informed with daily news updates.