Nintendo Switch 2 Supports USB Mice for Precise Gaming Control

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Summary

  • Nintendo Switch 2 supports USB mice at launch for precise controls in Nobunaga’s Ambition.
  • Joy-Con 2 has mouse-like input, but players can also use an external USB mouse in the Switch 2 for more control options in at least one game.

At launch, it’s been confirmed that the new Nintendo Switch 2 console will be compatible with USB mice, particularly for the game “Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition” among others on the platform. This implies that players of the Nintendo Switch 2 will have the flexibility to opt for either Joy-Con 2 or a USB mouse as their preferred control device when playing compatible games like this one.

Critics have long argued that console game controllers lack the precision found in a mouse, especially when playing genres like first-person shooters. To overcome this issue, Nintendo has integrated mouse-like controls into the Joy-Con 2, the detachable controllers included with the anticipated Switch 2. This new feature is one of the notable aspects of Nintendo’s next-gen system and allows players to simulate mouse input using either Joy-Con. Although the ability to use mouse controls comes built-in with the Switch 2, Nintendo has also provided an option for users to connect an external USB mouse, at least for one launch title.

In a recently released video showcasing gameplay for “Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition” on the Nintendo Switch 2, a representative from Koei Tecmo demonstrated how to play this strategy game using a USB mouse. The rep explained that when a USB mouse is connected, it becomes the primary control device in the game, with a message appearing in the top-left corner of the screen confirming the connection. During the demonstration, it was shown that players can easily switch between the USB peripheral and the Nintendo Switch 2’s Joy-Con controllers. The on-screen cursor changes based on which control method is being used. Additionally, the video revealed a feature that allows simultaneous use of both the USB mouse and Joy-Con controllers in the game, which could be advantageous in certain situations. For this specific Switch 2 game, players can choose to use a USB mouse for precise navigation while still having quick access to on-screen user interface elements using the Joy-Con’s buttons. It remains unclear if standard USB mice will work with other games at this time.

Nintendo Switch 2 Works with USB Mice, Similar to its Predecessor

It’s noteworthy that Nintendo has previously supported USB mice, and this feature was available on the original Switch, though limited to certain games. A variety of Switch games such as Quake and Factorio can be played using both mouse and keyboard peripherals via USB. Since the upcoming Switch 2 is also confirmed to support mice in these games, it’s possible that the console could potentially work with a USB keyboard too, at least for some games.

One intriguing aspect developers have explored regarding Joy-Con 2 is its mouse-like features. Notably, CD Projekt Red has hinted at how Cyberpunk 2077 might leverage the distinctive controls of Switch 2, suggesting that players could wield katanas in the game by mimicking sword movements with Joy-Con 2’s motion controls.

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2025-05-24 04:16