FCC Filing Hints at Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Upgrade

With just hours to go before the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, excitement is building as Nintendo prepares to unveil its next-generation console. A recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing, spotted on Famiboards and reported by Nintendo-focused outlets like GoNintendo, has sparked speculation about the potential controller lineup for the Switch 2.

The filing, dated March 31 and listed under the product code "BEE-008," appears to be for a new game controller. Many fans are speculating that this could be the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, although Nintendo has not yet confirmed such plans. The document hints at features like Bluetooth and NFC capability, which align with what one might expect from a Pro Controller.

One particularly noteworthy detail from the filing is the potential inclusion of a headphone jack in the Switch 2 Pro Controller. Unlike the original Switch Pro Controller, which lacked this feature, the addition of a headphone jack would bring the Switch 2 Pro Controller in line with competitors like the DualSense and Xbox Series controllers. This could significantly enhance the user experience, offering a convenient audio solution for gamers.

While this information is based on speculation and past FCC filings have occasionally foreshadowed Nintendo's plans, we won't have official confirmation until the Switch 2 Direct. Scheduled for tomorrow at 6am PT / 9am ET, the Direct promises a "closer look" at the Switch 2 following its initial reveal earlier this year. The event is expected to provide detailed insights and possibly a release date for the new console.

Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 Direct will last an hour. Additionally, two Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2 presentations featuring hands-on gameplay are set for April 3 and April 4, starting at 7am PT each day. As the countdown to the Direct continues, fans eagerly await what could be a game-changing reveal in the world of gaming.