FCC Filing Could Indicate a Possible Upgrade For Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller

With less than 24 hours until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, excitement is building as Nintendo prepares to unveil its plans for the next generation of its popular console. A recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing, spotted on Famiboards and reported by Nintendo-focused sites like GoNintendo, has sparked speculation about the potential controller lineup for the Switch 2. The filing, dated March 31 and under the product code "BEE-008," appears to be for a new game controller, which some fans believe could be the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.

While this is still speculation, as Nintendo has not officially confirmed the existence of a Switch 2 Pro Controller, certain features listed in the filing suggest it might be a Pro Controller. These include Bluetooth and NFC capabilities, which are common in high-end controllers. A particularly noteworthy feature mentioned in the filing is the potential inclusion of a headphone jack, a feature absent from the original Switch Pro Controller but present in competitors like the DualSense and Xbox Series controllers. If true, this would be a significant quality-of-life improvement for gamers.

Past FCC filings have provided glimpses into Nintendo's plans before official announcements, adding some credibility to the speculation around this controller. However, without further leaks, we'll have to wait for the Switch 2 Direct to confirm these details.

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