FCC Filing Hints at Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Upgrade

With less than 24 hours remaining until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, anticipation is at an all-time high as Nintendo prepares to unveil its plans for the next-generation console. An intriguing development surfaced yesterday, March 31, when a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing from Nintendo emerged, hinting at what could be part of the upcoming Switch 2 controller lineup. Under the product code "BEE-008," this filing appears to be a registration for a new game controller, speculated by fans to potentially be 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 features listed in the filing, such as Bluetooth and NFC capability, suggest it might be a Pro Controller. One particularly exciting detail from the filing is the possibility of a headphone jack being included in the Switch 2 Pro Controller. This would be a significant quality-of-life improvement over the original Switch Pro Controller, which did not include such a feature, unlike competitors like the DualSense and Xbox Series controllers.

Historically, Nintendo's FCC filings have provided early glimpses into the company's future plans, lending some credibility to the speculation around this controller. Yet, without official confirmation, we're left to wait and see. The Switch 2 Direct, set to air tomorrow at 6am PT / 9am ET on Nintendo's channels, promises to give us a "closer look" at the Switch 2. Following its initial reveal earlier this year, this event could provide solid information leading up to a potential release date.

Nintendo has scheduled the Switch 2 Direct to last for an hour. Additionally, two Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2 presentations featuring hands-on gameplay are planned for April 3 and April 4, starting at 7am PT each day. These events will likely offer fans an even deeper dive into what the Switch 2 has to offer.