Nintendo Switch Pro Patent Leaks: Joy-Cons Upgrade

A newly filed Nintendo patent hints at a revolutionary feature for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2: upside-down Joy-Con attachment. As reported by VGC, the patent details gyro mechanics similar to smartphone functionality, automatically adjusting the screen orientation regardless of the device's position.

This innovative design utilizes magnets instead of the original Switch's rails, allowing Joy-Cons to attach on either side. This seemingly minor change offers significant advantages, enabling players to customize button placement and headphone jack accessibility. The flexibility could also unlock unique gameplay possibilities.

The patent explicitly states, "The user can use the game system by mounting the right controller and the left controller on the opposite side to the main body device," and further explains the repositioning of the headphone jack for convenient use.

Further details are expected at the upcoming Nintendo Direct event on April 2nd (6am Pacific / 9am Eastern / 2pm UK time). While Nintendo hasn't confirmed a release date, speculation points to a launch between June and September, supported by pre-release events and statements from Nacon, the publisher of Greedfall 2.

The Switch 2's January reveal showcased backwards compatibility and a second USB-C port, but many details remain shrouded in mystery, including the function of a new Joy-Con button and its full game lineup. However, the upside-down Joy-Con functionality is a significant addition to the already anticipated console.

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