Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: 3.5mm Headphone Jack Reportedly Included
After years of waiting and countless petitions, Nintendo may finally deliver. The new Switch 2 Pro Controller is supposedly going to feature a port many have been pleading for: an easy-to-use old-school 3.5mm headphone jack.
Wired Headphone Fans, Your Time Has Come
Yes, you heard right. Put aside fooling around with USB headsets or relying on wireless options. The newly released Switch 2 Pro controller is said to enable you to simply plug in your favorite wired headphones directly into the controller. It's a game-changer for anyone who prefers the reliability and convenience of wired audio, or simply to use the headphones you already know and love without extra dongles.
It's positioned, according to reports, directly below the D-pad and right analog stick – a comfortable and natural place for anyone used to modern controllers.
Long Time Coming – But Worth the Wait
Let's be honest, other consoles have had this feature for years. But Switch users have been waiting eight long years. Is it finally here? While Nintendo hasn't made it official, the rumors are strong and seem very likely.
More Than a Headphone Jack
Other than the headphone jack, what else can we expect from the Switch 2 Pro Controller? Hints point to some other long-overdue features, like a "Chat" button, maybe for in-game chat access. And it's eagerly anticipated to have all the features that made the original Pro Controller the pinnacle of controllers:
- HD Rumble for immersive feedback
- NFC support for amiibo cards and figures
- Gyroscopic aiming for precise control in supported games
- The aspect of waking up the Switch console from sleep mode
Release Date and Other Secrets
The rumor of today is that the Switch 2 and Pro Controller are coming out on June 5th. Of course, Nintendo has not publicly stated that date or the price of the controller. Other aspects remain unknown, including:
- Is it going to be backwards compatible with the original Switch?
- What secret messages is Nintendo going to put on the circuit board of the controller this time?
- Will it use the same rechargeable battery as the original Pro Controller and even the 3DS?
We will be paying close attention to official word and pre-order information. But currently, Switch fans have a great reason to look forward to Nintendo gaming's future.
