Nintendo's newly patented design for the anticipated Switch 2 suggests a revolutionary Joy-Con feature: upside-down attachment. As reported by VGC, this innovative design leverages gyro mechanics akin to smartphone screen orientation, automatically adjusting the display regardless of controller placement.
The patent highlights the use of magnets instead of the original Switch's rails, enabling the Joy-Cons to attach on either side. This seemingly minor hardware change offers players significant customization, allowing them to reposition buttons and the headphone jack to their preferred side. This flexibility could also unlock exciting new 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 adaptability of the headphone jack placement.
Further details are expected at the upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2nd (6am Pacific / 9am Eastern / 2pm UK time). While Nintendo hasn't confirmed a release date, speculation points towards a launch between June and September, fueled by pre-June hands-on events and Nacon's statement of a pre-September release for the console.
The Switch 2's January reveal showcased backward compatibility and a second USB-C port, but many details remain shrouded in mystery, including the function of a new Joy-Con button, a detail that has sparked considerable online speculation.
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