With just under 24 hours until the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, excitement is building as Nintendo prepares to unveil its next-generation console. Amidst this anticipation, a recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing has sparked curiosity and speculation about the potential controller lineup for the Switch 2.
On March 31, an FCC filing under the product code "BEE-008" surfaced, as reported by enthusiasts on Famiboards and covered by Nintendo-focused outlets such as GoNintendo. This filing appears to be for a new game controller, and many fans are speculating that it might be the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. While Nintendo has yet to confirm these plans, the details in the filing hint at features typically found in Pro Controllers, including Bluetooth and NFC capabilities.
One particularly intriguing detail from the filing is the suggestion that this new controller 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. If confirmed, this could represent a significant quality-of-life improvement for gamers, enhancing the overall gaming experience on the Switch 2.
It's worth noting that past FCC filings have occasionally provided early insights into Nintendo's plans, lending some credibility to the speculation surrounding this new controller. However, without official confirmation, we'll need to wait for the Switch 2 Direct to get the full picture.
The Switch 2 Direct is scheduled to air tomorrow at 6am PT / 9am ET on Nintendo's official channels. During this event, Nintendo promises a "closer look" at the Switch 2 following its initial reveal earlier this year. Viewers can expect detailed information, possibly including a release date, which will help set expectations for the console's launch.
Nintendo has also announced that the Switch 2 Direct will last for an hour, followed by two Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2 sessions featuring hands-on gameplay on April 3 and April 4, starting at 7am PT each day. These events will provide fans with an even deeper dive into what the Switch 2 has to offer.
