Nintendo has finally lifted the curtain on its Switch 2 console, and with it, the company has revealed significant upgrades to its Joy-Con controllers. The new Joy-Cons, showcased during the April 2nd Direct event, boast a range of enhancements, including improved design, new features, and enhanced rumble functionality.

The most noticeable change is the Joy-Con's design, which has been elongated by about half an inch and now features color accents on the connection rails and under the analog sticks. According to Nintendo, the new design is intended to provide a more comfortable gaming experience. The button layout remains largely the same, with the addition of a new "C" button on the right Joy-Con, which enables the GameChat feature, allowing players to communicate with friends using the Switch 2's built-in microphone and screen-sharing functionality.

One of the most exciting features of the new Joy-Cons is their ability to function as a mouse in select games. When detached, the Joy-Cons can be held connection-rail-down on a surface, allowing for precise control. This feature is expected to be utilized in games like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Super Mario Party Jamboree — Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Plus Jamboree TV. The Joy-Cons also come with wrist straps, which provide a wider base for smoother gliding and better stability.

Nintendo has also made significant improvements to the Joy-Con's rumble feature, now dubbed HD Rumble 2. The new rumble system is capable of producing a wider variety of vibrations, with stronger and quicker response times. The controllers are expected to last around 20 hours on a single charge, with a recharge time of approximately 3.5 hours.

In addition to the standard Joy-Con features, Nintendo has announced a range of accessories, including a $19.99 wheel attachment for games like Mario Kart World and a $34.99 charging grip. The console comes with a standard non-charging grip, and the company has also done away with the IR sensor found on the original Joy-Con.

The new Joy-Cons' magnetic connection to the Switch 2 is another notable feature, something Nintendo had originally wanted to implement with the first Switch. The magnets are embedded in the console, and the Joy-Cons can be easily detached by pressing a release button on the back. Nintendo claims that the Joy-Cons "won't easily detach" on their own, but this remains to be seen when the system launches this summer.

Overall, the Switch 2's Joy-Cons appear to be a significant improvement over their predecessors, with a range of new features and enhancements that are likely to appeal to gamers. However, the question remains as to whether Nintendo has finally solved the stick drift problem that plagued the original Joy-Cons. With the Switch 2 set to launch on June 5th, gamers will soon have the opportunity to find out.