Excitement is building among Nintendo fans as new filings hint at the possibility of a new GameCube controller designed for use with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. These filings, reported by Nintendo Life, indicate that Nintendo has submitted an FCC filing for a "game controller" that aligns with the Switch 2's specifications, suggesting it could be a wireless Bluetooth controller.
Further investigation by the internet community, particularly on Famiboards, has led to speculation that one of the images in the filing shows a label location that matches the back of a GameCube controller, specifically behind the C-Stick. This has sparked discussions about the potential use of this controller with Nintendo’s Switch Online subscription service, which already offers wireless classic controllers for retro gaming.
While some speculate that this could be a new Switch 2 Pro Controller, the current buzz is centered around its potential integration with Nintendo Switch Online, possibly allowing access to a library of GameCube classics. Fans have long been advocating for the inclusion of GameCube games on the service, which currently features titles from NES, SNES, N64, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy. Could the Nintendo Switch 2 finally bring GameCube games back in a significant way?
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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier in January with a trailer that confirmed backwards compatibility and the addition of a second USB-C port. However, many details remain under wraps, including specifics about other games and the function of a new, mysterious button on the Joy-Con. Theories about the Joy-Con mouse feature have gained some traction.
Last month, a Nintendo patent hinted that the Switch 2’s Joy-Con controllers might be attachable upside down, utilizing magnets instead of the original Switch's rails. This change could allow players to customize the placement of buttons and ports. If implemented, this feature could lead to innovative gameplay mechanics.
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Analysts predict that the Switch 2 will be priced at around $400, though some believe it could go as high as $500. June is being floated as a potential release month. As we await more information, Nintendo has scheduled a Direct for April 2 to shed more light on the console.
In the meantime, fans can enjoy a taste of GameCube nostalgia with Metroid Prime Remastered on the current Nintendo Switch.
