Nintendo fans are buzzing with excitement over the possibility of a new GameCube controller designed for use with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. According to a recent FCC filing reported by Nintendo Life, the new "game controller" is believed to be a wireless Bluetooth device, potentially compatible with the Switch 2. The internet, particularly Famiboards, has delved into the filing and discovered that one of the images shows a label location that strikingly resembles the back of a GameCube controller, specifically where the label sits behind the C-Stick.
While some speculate it might be a new Switch 2 Pro Controller, the prevailing theory points toward its integration with Nintendo's Switch Online subscription service, which already supports wireless classic controllers for retro gaming. This has sparked hopes for a GameCube library on Nintendo Switch Online, fulfilling fans' long-standing desire for GameCube classics on the Switch. Although Nintendo has so far only re-released games from NES, SNES, N64, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy on its subscription service, the arrival of the Switch 2 could herald the much-anticipated return of GameCube titles.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled in early January with a teaser trailer that highlighted backwards compatibility features and the addition of a second USB-C port. However, many details such as its game lineup and the function of the new Joy-Con button remain undisclosed. Speculation around the Joy-Con mouse theory has gained some attention.
A recent Nintendo patent suggests that the Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers could be attached upside down. Unlike the original Switch, which used rails to secure the Joy-Cons, the new system utilizes magnets, allowing for flexible attachment on either side. While this may not revolutionize the hardware, it offers players more customization options for button placement and other features. If implemented, this flipping capability could introduce novel gameplay mechanics.
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Analysts estimate that the Switch 2 will be priced at around $400, though some believe it could reach up to $500. A potential release in June has been mentioned. While much remains unknown about the Switch 2, Nintendo has scheduled a Direct for April 2, promising more details on the console.
In the meantime, fans can enjoy a taste of GameCube nostalgia with Metroid Prime Remastered on the current Nintendo Switch.
