The Mysterious C Button on Nintendo Switch 2

The surprise Nintendo Direct brought a slew of exciting announcements, but the one that got the community buzzing the most – aside from the long-awaited return of Tomodachi Life – was the mysterious button marked "C" that appeared after the broadcast.

The Mysterious "C" Button on Nintendo Switch 2

During the Direct event, Nintendo introduced the "Nintendo Today" app, a platform that provides daily Nintendo news and updates to players. On the app's introduction page, a photo showing the online store interface accidentally revealed a render of the Switch 2 model. What's special is that on the right Joy-Con of the device appears a new button with the symbol "C".

The image is still on the app's introduction page and appears to be an oversight in revealing details about the new console. Nintendo will most likely officially announce more information about the Switch 2 during its Switch 2 Direct event next week. However, the appearance of the "C" button has the gaming community buzzing, trying to speculate on what it actually means.

So what does the "C" button stand for?

What does "C" stand for "Capture"?

This might sound a little odd, since the left Joy-Con still retains a dedicated button for taking screenshots.

Does "C" stand for "Community"?

This could be a button that quickly opens a dedicated interface to invite friends to the game or access the chat feature.

"C" is "Calendar"?

Some people think that this button can be used to open the in-game calendar or manage events. However, this seems quite simple and not really special.

"C" is "Cursor"?

Another interesting theory is that this button allows players to use the Joy-Con as a computer mouse, similar to recent leaks about the Switch 2's control capabilities.

However, there are also opinions that the "C" button has no specific meaning, similar to how Nintendo used to name the "C-stick" on previous systems. Either way, we will soon know the truth when Nintendo officially announces the Switch 2 information.

Marvin Fry

Update 26 May 2025