With just hours remaining until the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, excitement is building around what Nintendo has in store for its next console. A recent filing with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has sparked speculation about the potential features of the Switch 2's controller lineup. On March 31, an FCC filing under the product code "BEE-008" surfaced, which some fans speculate could be for the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.
It's important to note that this is all speculation at this point, as Nintendo has not officially confirmed the existence of a Switch 2 Pro Controller. However, the filing does mention features like Bluetooth and NFC capability, which are consistent with what one might expect from a Pro Controller. One of the standout details from this filing is the potential inclusion of a headphone jack, a feature absent from the original Switch Pro Controller but present in competitors like the DualSense and Xbox Series controllers. If true, this would represent a significant quality-of-life enhancement for gamers.
Past FCC filings from Nintendo have occasionally provided early insights into the company's plans, lending some credibility to the current speculation. However, without official confirmation, we'll have to wait for the Switch 2 Direct to learn more about this potential controller and other aspects of the Switch 2.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is set to air tomorrow at 6am PT / 9am ET on Nintendo's channels. This presentation promises a "closer look" at the Switch 2 following its initial reveal earlier this year, and fans are hoping for detailed information and perhaps a release date. Nintendo has confirmed that the Direct will last for an hour. Additionally, two Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2 events featuring hands-on gameplay are scheduled for April 3 and April 4, starting at 7am PT each day.
