With just hours remaining before the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, excitement is building around what Nintendo has in store for its next-generation console. A recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing, discovered on March 31 and highlighted by gaming communities such as Famiboards and GoNintendo, has sparked speculation about the potential introduction of a new controller for the Switch 2, codenamed "BEE-008."
While Nintendo has not officially confirmed the existence of a Switch 2 Pro Controller, enthusiasts are piecing together clues from the FCC filing. The document suggests that the controller might feature Bluetooth and NFC capabilities—hallmarks of a Pro Controller. Perhaps most notably, the filing hints at the inclusion of a headphone jack, a feature absent in the original Switch Pro Controller but present in competitors like the DualSense and Xbox Series controllers. This addition could significantly enhance the user experience by offering a convenient audio solution.
It's important to approach these details with cautious optimism, as they are based on speculation. However, past instances where FCC filings have foreshadowed Nintendo's moves lend some credibility to these rumors. Fans eagerly await official confirmation, which could come as early as tomorrow during the Switch 2 Direct.
Scheduled for 6am PT / 9am ET, the Switch 2 Direct promises a comprehensive overview of the new console, building on its initial reveal earlier this year. Nintendo has slated an hour-long presentation, followed by two Nintendo Treehouse: Live sessions on April 3 and April 4, where attendees can expect hands-on gameplay demonstrations starting at 7am PT each day.
As the countdown to the Direct continues, the gaming community remains on the edge of their seats, eager to see what innovations and surprises Nintendo has planned for the Switch 2.
