Minecraft to add Joy-Con mouse controls on Switch 2 in future update
Nintendo Life reports that a forthcoming update will bring mouse-style control using the Joy-Con 2 controllers to Minecraft on the Switch 2. The feature is already playable in a closed beta.
Key takeaways
- Minecraft on Switch 2 will receive Joy-Con mouse controls in a future update.
- The feature is already testable in a closed beta with adjustable sensitivity and button mapping.
- Digital owners get a free upgrade until January 2027; physical owners receive a discount on the Ultimate Collection.
Feature details
The update will let players use either the left or right Joy-Con as a mouse pointer. Cursor and camera sensitivity can be tuned in the settings menu. Placing blocks is mapped to the ZL button, while breaking and selecting blocks uses ZR. The button layout can also be customised to suit individual preferences.
Availability and upgrade offers
Owners of a digital copy of Minecraft on the original Switch can claim a free Switch 2 version until the end of January 2027. Those with a physical cartridge are eligible for a discounted upgrade to the Ultimate Collection on the new console.
What this means for players
The new control scheme brings a level of precision similar to a computer mouse, making building and navigation smoother on the handheld. No official launch date for the full rollout has been announced, but the closed beta shows the feature is functional and configurable.
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