With less than 24 hours to go before the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, anticipation is building as Nintendo prepares to unveil its plans for the next console. An intriguing Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing, spotted on Famiboards and reported by Nintendo-focused sites like GoNintendo, has emerged under the product code "BEE-008." This filing hints at a new game controller, with speculation rife that it could be the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.
While Nintendo has yet to confirm the existence of a Switch 2 Pro Controller, the filing lists features such as Bluetooth and NFC capability, which align with what one might expect from a Pro Controller. Notably, if this turns out to be the Switch 2 Pro Controller, it might include a headphone jack—a feature absent from the original Switch Pro Controller but present in competitors like the DualSense and Xbox Series controllers. This addition would be a significant quality-of-life enhancement for gamers.
Historically, past Nintendo filings have offered early glimpses into the company's future plans, lending credence to the speculation surrounding this controller. However, until Nintendo officially reveals its full lineup for the Switch 2, all we have are these tantalizing hints. The Switch 2 Direct is set to air tomorrow at 6am PT / 9am ET on Nintendo's channels, promising a "closer look" at the Switch 2 following its initial reveal earlier this year. This presentation is expected to provide substantial details, possibly including a release date.
Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 Direct will last for an hour, with additional Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2 presentations scheduled for April 3 and April 4, starting at 7am PT each day. These sessions will offer hands-on gameplay, giving fans an even deeper dive into what the Switch 2 has to offer.
