"Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Upgrade Hinted in FCC Filing"

With just under 24 hours until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, excitement is building as Nintendo prepares to unveil its next console. A recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing has sparked speculation about the potential lineup of controllers for the Switch 2, specifically hinting at a new Pro Controller.

On March 31, an FCC filing under the product code "BEE-008" was spotted by Famiboards and covered by Nintendo-focused sites like GoNintendo. This filing appears to be for a new game controller, which some enthusiasts believe could be the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller. While this is speculative, as Nintendo has not yet confirmed such a controller, certain features listed in the filing suggest it might be a Pro Controller, including Bluetooth and NFC capabilities.

One notable aspect of this potential Switch 2 Pro Controller is the inclusion of a headphone jack. Unlike the original Switch Pro Controller, which lacked this feature, the addition of a headphone jack would align it with modern controllers like the DualSense and Xbox Series controllers, offering a significant quality-of-life improvement for users.

Historically, Nintendo's FCC filings have provided early insights into their product plans, lending credibility to the speculation surrounding this controller. However, without official confirmation, we'll need to wait for tomorrow's Switch 2 Direct for any solid announcements.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is scheduled to air tomorrow at 6am PT / 9am ET on Nintendo's channels. This event promises a "closer look" at the Switch 2 following its initial reveal earlier this year, and fans are eager for detailed information, including a potential release date. The Direct is set to last for an hour, and Nintendo has also scheduled two Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2 presentations with hands-on gameplay for April 3 and April 4, starting at 7am PT each day.