GameCube Fans Excited for Switch 2 Due to New Nintendo Filings

Nintendo enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement over new filings that hint at the possibility of a new GameCube controller designed for use with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. As reported by Nintendo Life, a recent FCC filing for a "game controller" aligns with the Switch 2, suggesting it could be a wireless Bluetooth controller. Internet sleuths on Famiboards have delved into the details and believe one of the images in the filing shows a label location that matches the back of a GameCube controller, specifically behind the C-Stick.

While it's possible that this could be a new version of the Switch 2 Pro Controller, current speculation leans towards its integration with Nintendo’s Switch Online subscription service. This service already supports wireless classic controllers for retro gaming, leading to speculation about a potential GameCube library on Nintendo Switch Online. Fans have been eager for GameCube classics to be added to the Switch, but Nintendo has primarily focused on NES, SNES, N64, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy games for its subscription service. Could the Switch 2 be the platform where GameCube finally makes a grand return?

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The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier in January with a brief trailer that confirmed its backwards compatibility features and the addition of a second USB-C port. However, most details, such as the full range of games and the function of the mysterious new Joy-Con button, were not disclosed. The Joy-Con mouse theory has also gained some traction.

Last month, a Nintendo patent suggested that the Switch 2’s Joy-Con controllers could be attached upside down. The Switch 2 is expected to utilize gyro mechanics similar to those in smartphones, without the need for screen lock. Unlike the original Switch, which used rails to attach and lock the Joy-Cons, the new controllers will feature magnets, allowing them to attach on either side. This innovation could offer players more flexibility in button placement and accessory positioning. If implemented, this flipping feature could lead to innovative gameplay mechanics.

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Analysts predict that the Switch 2 could be priced at $400, though some speculate it might reach up to $500. June has been floated as a potential release month. While much about the Switch 2 remains under wraps, Nintendo plans a Direct event on April 2 where more details will be revealed.

In the meantime, fans can enjoy a taste of GameCube nostalgia with Metroid Prime Remastered on the current Nintendo Switch.