Updated on January 14: This article previously linked to an unrelated Discord server. The link has been corrected to reflect the accurate source of the datamining information.
Summary
Rumors suggest the Nintendo Switch 2's extra "C" button may be dedicated to chat functionality. Recent datamining reveals a feature codenamed "Campus," hinting at group and voice chat support for Nintendo Switch Online. The official Switch 2 reveal is expected on January 16th.
The rumored "C" button on the Nintendo Switch 2 may be linked to chat functionality, according to a new report. This could solve a major mystery surrounding the upcoming console's hardware.
Leaks regarding the Switch 2 have been plentiful since late 2024, likely due to the console entering mass production. These leaks consistently show an extra button, a dark gray "C," located on the right Joy-Con below the home button. However, its purpose remained unknown until now.
Datamining the latest Switch OS reveals a feature codenamed "Campus," potentially a group and voice chat system for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, according to a report from a dedicated Switch 2 Discord server.
Nintendo Switch 2 Will Reportedly Support Screen Sharing
This same source indicates "Campus" will include screen sharing and support groups of up to 12 users. While the codename starts with "C," if linked to the new button, it's more likely the "C" stands for "chat" rather than "Campus," dispelling theories that it's for screen casting.
Chat Support and the Switch's Kid-Friendly Design
Group and voice chats necessitate internet connectivity, likely restricting them to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. This raises questions, given the Switch's deliberate move away from such features. The Switch's kid-friendly design emphasizes reduced online interaction. Reintroducing features like text chat could present challenges Nintendo may wish to avoid.
The existence and function of the "C" button, along with other Switch 2 features, should be clarified soon. Multiple sources point to an official announcement this Thursday, January 16th.
