While the Switch 2 was recently officially presented, a new leak has aroused the curiosity of nostalgic gamers: Nintendo is said to be preparing a wireless GameCube controller compatible with its future console. The information comes from an official filing with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the US body responsible for regulating communications and the certification of electronic devices.

A resurrection of the cult controller?

The GameCube controller is often considered to be one of the best ever designed by Nintendo, particularly for its grip and ergonomics, which are well suited to fighting games such as Super Smash Bros. Melee**. This wouldn't be the first time Nintendo has reused this model, as a wired version was previously offered for the Switch for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

According to documents filed with the FCC, the new version of this controller would use a Bluetooth connection, marking a break with previous editions that required a wired adapter. This transition would allow gamers to enjoy the iconic design of the GameCube controller with greater freedom of movement, while meeting the connectivity standards of modern controllers.

Towards a return of GameCube games on Switch 2?

The appearance of such a controller suggests a number of interesting possibilities. The most obvious would be the addition of GameCube games to the Nintendo Switch Online service, which already offers NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, Game Boy and Game Boy Advance catalogues. Such compatibility could allow players to rediscover classics such as The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Metroid Prime, Super Smash Bros Melee and F-Zero GX in the best possible conditions.

The leak is also fuelling speculation that there could be a remaster or re-release of an iconic GameCube-era game, or even compatibility with Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or a future release.

Any confirmation yet?

To date, Nintendo has not officially commented on this information. As is often the case with leaks of this kind, caution is the order of the day, even if the presence of an FCC filing lends them a certain credibility. It remains to be seen whether Nintendo will confirm the existence of this controller and, above all, how it will fit into the Switch 2 ecosystem.

With these new speculations, the anticipation surrounding Nintendo's next console continues to grow. Perhaps we'll find out at the next Nintendo Direct on April 2.