Nintendo on the way for the Nintendo Switch 2. The information surfaced on the Famiboards forum, where a user noticed a listing for a device classified as BEE-021, identifying similarities with previous versions of the joystick.
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The GameCube, released in 2001, has won over a legion of fans, especially for its unique experience in the Super Smash Bros. . This audience has already received a version of the controller adapted for the first Switch, and now, Nintendo may be preparing a new wireless model to accompany the launch of its next console.
Registration suggests wireless controller and compatible with Switch 2
The document filed with the FCC indicates that the potential new GameCube controller will use 2.4 GHz wireless communication, a technology common in modern joysticks. Furthermore, the product's listing ID reinforces the hypothesis that it will be aimed at the Switch 2. The code "BEE" has already appeared in registrations for other accessories for the new console, while the original Switch used the prefix "HAC."
The lack of mention of NFC (Near Field Communication) in the registration virtually rules out the possibility of the accessory being a new version of the Pro Controller. NFC is essential for reading Amiibo figures and is typically found on Nintendo's main controllers. Thus, expectations are growing that the joystick will be an alternative for specific games, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Super Smash Bros. could be the key to the relaunch
The GameCube controller's popularity among Super Smash Bros. players is a key factor in Nintendo considering a re-release. Since the Melee version for the GameCube itself, many players have embraced the controller as the most accurate for combat. The release of a new controller may indicate that the company intends to keep this audience engaged on the Switch 2.
Furthermore, speculation about a new Super Smash Bros. is also gaining momentum. The franchise is one of Nintendo's most successful and is typically present on all of its consoles. The arrival of a dedicated controller could be an indication that the Japanese company has plans for a new title in the series.
Nintendo Switch 2 launch may confirm rumors
Even though there's no official confirmation yet, signs point to an imminent announcement. Nintendo has scheduled an event for April 2nd to unveil the Switch 2 and its accessories. If rumors are true, the new GameCube controller could be one of the event's surprises.
On the other hand, nostalgia has been a valuable asset for Nintendo, and bringing back one of its most iconic accessories could be a surefire strategy. Whether to please veterans or attract new players, the company may be about to reinforce its connection to the past while designing the future of the Switch 2.
