Is the Switch 2 reveal imminent? (Nintendo)Another wave of Nintendo Switch 2 leaks suggest the Joy-Cons have a new gimmick, as some convincing new images appear online.Nintendo Switch 2 leaks have accelerated exponentially over the past month, with videos of the seemingly magnetic Joy-Cons, console images from accessory manufacturers, and pictures of the revamped dock all popping up online.With the console set to be revealed sometime before April, the pace of these leaks has only increased in the early days of 2025 with alleged new details about the Joy-Con controllers trickling out from various sources.The most interesting detail comes from shipping data for Nintendos next console posted by Famiboards user LiC who previously outed technical specifications about the Switch 2 last year which suggests the Joy-Cons can function like a computer mouse.As circulated on Reddit, the data references plastic adhesive tape (pieces) used to stick to game console handles. These are described as mouse soles with 90x90mm dimensions, and include the model numbers LG7 and SML7 which are believed to be new components.These adhesive barriers are typically used for computer mice to allow smooth movement across surfaces, suggesting the Joy-Cons for Nintendos next console could be used in a similar fashion possibly to allow for superior control in first person shooters, strategy games, and other titles designed for a PC setup.Theres further evidence to support this idea too. Reddit user NextHandheld, who claims to have a final unit of the Switch 2 console, recently hinted the Joy-Cons will sport functionality similar to Lenovos Legion Go, which has detachable controllers with built-in mouse sensors and a stand so one controller can operate like a vertical joystick while the other acts as a pointer.The original Switchs Joy-Cons already have gyro motion controls for aiming but, if these leaks are true, this will presumably allow for something more precise and sturdy.Coincidentally, more alleged images of the Switch 2s Joy-Cons have appeared online. As posted on Reddit, these pictures apparently come from a factory in China, and give the best look yet at the controllers.X user Mucrush posted a comparison shot with the original Joy-Cons, which shows the difference in height, the bigger inner shoulder buttons, and what seems to be the magnetic connector slot.These photos, which also show the back of the controllers, appear to be legitimate too. As posted by Necro Felipe on X, a serial number from the Joy-Con images matches a product on the Nintendo Check Warranty page suggesting it is the real deal.Aside from it being backwards compatible, Nintendo has yet to announce anything about its next console. Considering the sheer amount of leaks however, and how many of them have overlapping details, theres a strong chance we already have a good idea of what the final system looks like.More TrendingWhether these leaks will accelerate Nintendos plans for an official reveal remains to be seen, but some insiders are expecting an announcement this month. A new Switch is nigh (Nintendo)Emailgamecentral@metro.co.uk, leave a comment below,follow us on Twitter, andsign-up to our newsletter.To submit Inbox letters and Readers Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use ourSubmit Stuff page here.For more stories like this,check our Gaming page.GameCentralExclusive analysis, latest releases, and bonus community content.This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Your information will be used in line with our Privacy Policy