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 similar 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 attachment on either side. This seemingly minor hardware change offers significant player benefits, allowing customization of button and port placement. The potential for unique gameplay mechanics stemming from this flipping capability is exciting.
"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," the patent states. This flexibility extends to the device's orientation, enabling convenient headphone jack access regardless of how the console is held.
Further details are anticipated at Nintendo's upcoming Direct event on April 2nd (6am Pacific / 9am Eastern / 2pm UK time). Release speculation points to a June-September window, fueled by pre-June hands-on events and Nacon's confirmation of a pre-September launch for the console.
January's initial trailer confirmed backwards compatibility and a second USB-C port, leaving many details – including the function of a new Joy-Con button – shrouded in mystery. However, the upside-down Joy-Con functionality is certainly a significant revelation.
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