Nintendo fans are buzzing with excitement over new filings that hint at the possibility of a new GameCube controller designed for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. These filings, reported by Nintendo Life, suggest a wireless Bluetooth controller that aligns perfectly with the Switch 2's specifications. Enthusiasts on Famiboards have dug deeper, noting that the label location in one of the filing images matches the back of a GameCube controller, specifically behind the C-Stick.

While some speculate this could be a Switch 2 Pro Controller, the prevailing theory is that it's meant for Nintendo's Switch Online subscription service, which already supports wireless classic controllers for retro gaming. This development has sparked discussions about the potential inclusion of a GameCube library on Nintendo Switch Online. Although fans have long yearned for GameCube classics on the Switch, Nintendo has thus far focused on re-releasing games from the NES, SNES, N64, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy eras through its subscription service. Could the Nintendo Switch 2 finally bring GameCube games back in a big way?

The Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled earlier in January with a trailer confirming features like backwards compatibility and an additional USB-C port. However, details on other games, the purpose of the mysterious new Joy-Con button, and the Joy-Con mouse theory remain undisclosed. Last month, a patent suggested that the Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers could be attached upside down, utilizing gyro mechanics similar to smartphones without screen locks. Unlike the original Switch, which used rails for Joy-Con attachment, the new system employs magnets, allowing for more flexible controller placement and potentially new gameplay mechanics.

Analysts predict the Switch 2 will be priced between $400 and $500, with June mentioned as a potential release month. While much about the Switch 2 remains a mystery, 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.

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