Civilization 7 Devs Silent on Switch 2 Support

The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal showcased a potential "mouse" mode for the Joy-Cons. A segment in the trailer depicts detached Joy-Cons placed attachment-side down on a surface, connecting to flat-bottomed connectors and moving like a mouse on a mousepad. A slider pad is visible on one connector, further supporting this theory.

Pre-reveal rumors suggested this functionality, attributing it to a sensor inside the Joy-Cons similar to those in computer mice. However, Nintendo hasn't officially confirmed this feature or its implications.

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The Switch 2 reveal sparked speculation about potential game adaptations. Civilization 7, already confirmed for the original Switch, will likely be backward compatible. However, a dedicated Switch 2 version leveraging the new Joy-Con's potential mouse functionality remains unconfirmed.

IGN's interview with Civilization 7's lead designer and executive producer yielded a non-committal response regarding mouse support. While the lead designer remained silent, the executive producer expressed intrigue and acknowledged the potential benefits of the new controller design.

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While Firaxis won't announce a dedicated Switch 2 version of Civilization 7 (that's 2K Games' purview), the upcoming April Switch 2 Direct might shed light on this possibility.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding mouse support and the new Joy-Con button's function, the Switch 2's 2025 release (likely June-September) and a new Mario Kart title are confirmed. Further details can be found in comprehensive Nintendo Switch 2 coverage.