A newly filed Nintendo patent hints at innovative Joy-Con functionality for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The patent reveals that the Joy-Cons can be attached upside down, a feature enabled by a magnetic connection system, unlike the original Switch's rail-based design.

As reported by VGC, this design allows for flexible controller orientation, mirroring the screen rotation on smartphones without screen lock. Rotating the console will automatically adjust the screen orientation, and the Joy-Cons will adapt accordingly. This adaptability extends to button placement and the headphone jack, potentially influencing gameplay mechanics.

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 how this affects the headphone jack's positioning.

Further details regarding this and other features are anticipated during the upcoming Nintendo Direct event on April 2nd (6am Pacific / 9am Eastern / 2pm UK time). While Nintendo hasn't confirmed a release window, industry speculation points to a launch between June and September, supported by scheduled hands-on events and statements from publishers like Nacon.

The Switch 2's January reveal showcased backwards compatibility and an additional USB-C port, but many details, including the function of a new Joy-Con button, remain undisclosed. The upside-down Joy-Con functionality, however, is a significant revelation.

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