Nintendo Switch 2 Patent: Rotatable Joy-Cons, Upside-Down Gameplay

A newly filed Nintendo patent hints at innovative Joy-Con functionality for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. According to VGC, the patent reveals Joy-Cons attachable upside down, mirroring smartphone gyro mechanics that automatically adjust screen orientation.

This reversed attachment, facilitated by magnetic connectors instead of the original Switch's rails, allows for flexible button and port placement. 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 details the ability to reposition the device for optimal headphone jack access.

While the hardware implications are minimal, this design could unlock unique gameplay possibilities. Full details are expected at Nintendo's upcoming Direct presentation on April 2nd (6am Pacific / 9am Eastern / 2pm UK time).

Release speculation points to a June-September timeframe, supported by pre-June hands-on events and Nacon's statement of a pre-September launch for the console. January's brief reveal confirmed backward compatibility and a second USB-C port, but left many details, including the purpose of a mysterious new Joy-Con button, undisclosed.

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