Minecraft getting Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, here’s a first look
Posted on November 14, 2026 by Brian(@NE_Brian)
in News, Switch 2
Minecraft fans will be happy to hear that mouse controls are in the works for the new Nintendo Switch 2 version, which will work with the Joy-Con 2.
The latest build for Minecraft’s closed beta recently went out, and it includes new settings. Players will be able to use mouse controls with either the left or right Joy-Con 2.
Specific settings are included with the new mouse controls. Players can adjust cursor sensitivity, camera sensitivity, and more.
With the way controls currently work, you can place blocks with ZL and break blocks with ZR. Flying is done with A, and to go down, you hit the B button. You’ll also select blocks with ZR. If you’re not happy with the button layout, that can be changed in the game’s settings.
Note that the Minecraft Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 mouse controls are only available in the beta build. That said, expect this to roll out to the full version at some point in the future.
Here’s a full overview of the Nintendo Switch 2 version:
Build anything you can imagine, uncover mysteries, and face thrilling foes in an infinite world that’s unique in every playthrough. There’s no wrong way to play!
Vibrant Visuals is Minecraft’s biggest official visual enhancement – delivering a dazzling cosmetic upgrade with a new modern graphics pipeline and an array of visual improvements. Sunrises are more vivid, water reflects, forests become shaded, and more!
Explore a custom Mario-themed world in the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack, with Vibrant Visuals enabled! The pack also features 15 tracks and 40 player skins inspired by the iconic Super Mario series.
- Create: Build anything you can imagine in the ultimate sandbox game.
- Explore: Uncover the mysteries of an infinite world that’s unique in every playthrough.
- Survive: Take on challenging foes, thrilling landscapes and perilous dimensions.
Have a blast with friends, whether you’re sitting on the same couch in split screen or miles apart in cross-platform play. Connect with millions of players on community servers or join your own private server with up to 10 friends with Realms Plus.
Creator-made add-ons, thrilling worlds, and stylish cosmetics are available on the Minecraft Marketplace. Marketplace Pass (or Realms Plus) includes 150+ worlds, skin & textures packs, and more – refreshed monthly.
- Dig into your Minecraft adventure on the Nintendo Switch 2 system with Vibrant Visuals support and embark on a journey across a world with enhanced lighting and shadow effects. Enjoy Vibrant Visuals enabled content across Minecraft Marketplace.
- Nintendo Switch worlds can be carried over, so you can pick up right where you left off.
- Explore a custom Mario-themed world in the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack, with Vibrant Visuals enabled!
Get a first look at Joy-Con 2 mouse controls with Minecraft on Nintendo Switch 2 below.
Mouse Beta Gameplay
Don’t forget to check out our Minecraft Nintendo Switch 2 review. There’s also a free limited time Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade for Minecraft.
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