Recent filings reveal exciting details about the Nintendo Switch 2, including confirmation of Near Field Communication (NFC) support, strongly suggesting Amiibo functionality. The FCC filings, as reported by The Verge, pinpoint the RFID feature's location within the right Joy-Con, mirroring the original Switch design. A key question remains: will existing Amiibos with in-game unlocks be compatible with the Switch 2?

The filings also confirm dual USB-C charging capabilities—one on the bottom and a new one on top—as anticipated by fans. The Switch 2 will boast Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) support with up to 80MHz bandwidth, a significant upgrade from the original Switch's Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). Notably, there's no mention of Wi-Fi 7 or Wi-Fi 6E in the documentation.

While the maximum voltage remains at 15V, the filings reference a 20V AC adapter, leaving the actual charging speed uncertain.

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28 ImagesThe Nintendo Direct event on April 2nd (6am Pacific / 9am Eastern / 2pm UK time) is expected to provide further clarification on this and other features.

Release speculation points towards a June-September window. This aligns with reported hands-on events concluding in June and a statement from Greedfall 2's publisher, Nacon, suggesting a pre-September launch.

The January reveal showcased backwards compatibility and the additional USB-C port, but many details remain undisclosed, including the full game lineup and the function of a new Joy-Con button. The "Joy-Con mouse" theory has gained some traction.