12 best nintendo amiibos

Amiibos are these cool little figurines that bring a touch of the physical world into your digital gaming experience. Nintendo introduced them during the Wii U era, and they're still relevant today with the Nintendo Switch.

These tiny collectibles have NFC (Near Field Communication) chips embedded in them. When you tap an Amiibo to your console's NFC reader, it can unlock various in-game content, features, or bonuses.The cool thing is that the data on the Amiibo can be used across different games, making them quite versatile.

For instance, in a game like Super Smash Bros., you could train your Amiibo to become a skilled fighter, and then pit it against your friends' Amiibos. They remember the battles they've been in, adapting and evolving over time. It adds a unique dynamic to the gameplay.

Amiibos aren't limited to just the Wii U era; they've carried over to the Nintendo Switch. They've become a staple for Nintendo enthusiasts, offering both a tangible and digital aspect to gaming.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best nintendo amiibos on the market
  

Nintendo amiibo Link - skyward sword (Series : The legend of Zelda) Japan Import

Nintendo

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Product description

No description available.

  • Nintendo Switch,Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Wii U

User questions & answers

Question: Why so expensive
Answer: It is supported by the Wii U Gamepad, the Wii U Pro Controller, the Wii remote and nunchuk, and the Wii classic controller (which requires being hooked up to a Wii remote). So basically, whatever you have laying around. But if you are using a Wii remote, it needs a nunchuk or classic controller attachment.
Question: Will it work for link on smash bros. Ultimate
Answer: There is a multiplayer mode, accessible from the main menu, though it is separate from the main game. It is a minigame where up to 4 players play as the ghosts trying to eat Pac-Man in the traditional maze. There is no co-op mode or anything, if that's what you mean.
Question: Is this a pre-order
Answer: No you do not need lego dimensions
Question: What in game features/items does this amiibo provide
Answer: I don't think it does, however, the game comes with roughly 100+ characters right out the box. You have to complete missions to unlock the characters.

Nintendo Bowser Koopa amiibo - Japan Import - Super Smash Bros Series - Switch

Nintendo

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Product description

実際に触ったり、ながめたりして楽しむだけでなく、ゲームとつながるキャラクターフィギュアです。 対応するソフトをプレイ中に、Wii U GamePadやNewニンテンドー3DSの下画面にamiiboをタッチすれば、ゲーム内にさまざまな体験を生み出します。たとえば対応ソフト第一弾の「大乱闘スマッシュブラザーズ for Wii U」では、amiiboをゲーム中に登場させて自分のかわりに戦わせることができます。読み込んだキャラクターは戦っていくことで成長し、攻撃力や防御力が上がったり、さまざまな戦術を身につけたり、必殺技のカスタマイズもできます。

  • A slap bracelet wrapped in soft-touch silicone, the Disney Band lets you wear your 6th-generation iPod nano on your wrist. It gives you a tight and comfortable fit every time so you can view pictures, listen to music, or simply use your iPod nano like a watch.
  • Pass-through buttons for power and volume. Convenient opening for headphones. Solid protection for your 6th-generation iPod nano.
  • Memory metal wrist band coated with silicone. One size fits all-both children and adults.
  • Note: Special Return Policy applies on this product.
  • Character figure connected to the game, "amiibo", in addition to enjoying by actually touching and looking down.

User questions & answers

Question: Does this work with english games
Answer: Yes. It is on sale on June 22nd.
Question: does it work with3ds
Answer: You can get The Tunic of Sky outfit and The Goddess Sword. These are exclusive items for this amiibo.
Question: what is the difference with the import amiibo and japanese
Answer: this is the Wii game for the nintendo Wii
Question: Does it work with nintendo switch
Answer: Wii U only.

Wolf Link Amiibo Jp Model (The Legend of Zelda Series)

Toy

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Product description

New Sealed Amiibo - from US retail Twilight bundle

  • Character figure connected to the game, "amiibo", in addition to enjoying by actually touching and looking down.
  • With software compatible with amiibo, it appeared as a player, or got a special item.
  • One amiibo leads to various experiences and various play in various games.
  • Wii U on Wii U GamePad, New Nintendo 3DS on the bottom screen. If it is compatible software, you can connect to the game simply by touching amiibo.
  • If you have "Nintendo 3DS NFC Reader / Writer" in Nintendo 3DS / 3DS LL you can enjoy amiibo.

User questions & answers

Question: How many times can you summon the wolf
Answer: No, these are just amiibos to only bring in the characters
Question: Will this work on my switch
Answer: Yes they can! The cards we've tried so far have worked on both the Switch and the Switch Lite with no problems.
Question: Why does the picture showed Japanese language on the box? I don't see English language on the box
Answer: Yes. It will give you random weapons.
Question: Will this work with American versions of the game
Answer: My son says yes. He uses it with his Nintendo Switch. He said, "For reference, all Zelda amibos work on the Switch and give special in game rewards for Zelda. Non Zelda amibos give regular resources."

Nintendo amiibo - Piranha Plant - Super Smash Bros. Series japan import

Classic Officials

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Product description

The Amiibo works on platform Nintendo Switch.

  • What can amiibo do?One amiibo may work with multiple games
  • You might get new outfits, power-ups, or other fun bonuses

User questions & answers

Question: Does it bite you
Answer: There is no difference other than the packaging! Even though it is a Japanese “Koopa” once applied to a us console it’ll be recognized as a U.S. “Bowser”. Works the same, Japan Amiibo are a little cheaper too.
Question: Can you play as this character in Super Smash Bros ultimate for the switch
Answer: Good news for you, it works wonders on the switch. Thanks for asking! :)
Question: Will the amiibo work without the piranha plant dlc
Answer: Its rare sells good
Question: Does the japan version work the same as the American version
Answer: Yes all link amiibos are compatible for smash bros.

Nintendo Amiibo - Pokemon Trainer - (Super Smash Bros. Series) - Switch Japan Import

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  • Compatible with US systems (region free)
  • Released July 19, 2019 (Japan time)

User questions & answers

Question: Does this work with Nintendo switch
Answer: Yes.
Question: Does red have his charizard
Answer: Yes, all amiibos work on all wii u, regardless of country
Question: compatible with nitendo switch
Answer: I'm guessing it would. It works with the Wii U so it should work with the other systems.

Nintendo amiibo-Link (Archer): Breath of the Wild

Nintendo

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Product description

Link is the main character in The Legend of Zelda games. A young boy living in Hyrule, Link is often given the task of rescuing Princess Zelda and Hyrule from the Gerudo thief Ganondorf. Humble to the end, Link is known not merely as a hero but as a symbol of courage, strength and wisdom as well. Introducing amiibo: character figures designed to connect and interact with compatible games. Recommended for children ages 6+ For more details on amiibo, please visit nintendo.com/amiibo

  • Just tap an amiibo accessory to the NFC touchpoint on a compatible system
  • Compatible with Nintendo Switch Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening
  • Enjoy fun in-game extra features in compatible games on the Nintendo Switch system, New Nintendo 2DS XL system, New Nintendo 3DS XL system and Wii U console
  • Games, systems, and amiibo sold separately; Visit nintendo.com/amiibo for details on amiibo functionality

User questions & answers

Question: How does it work? Can someone explain? Thanks
Answer: It works with the first Nintendo switch with the controllers but it is not compatible with the Nintendo switch lite.
Question: Why are these more expensive than other Amiibo
Answer: Unfortunately no.
Question: Amzaon, how come i see the same product for $15.99 on best buy web site? i always considered amazon prices are competitive, but i am now concerned
Answer: How
Question: does it add anything to the game play, or does it just look cool
Answer: Yes it will, you just can't train it the same way.

Product features

Link (Rider) amiibo: Breath of The Wild - The Legend of Zelda Series

Link is the main character in The Legend of Zelda games. A young boy living in Hyrule, Link is often given the task of rescuing Princess Zelda and Hyrule from the Gerudo thief Ganondorf. Humble to the end, Link is known not merely as a hero but as a symbol of courage, strength and wisdom as well.

[NEWEST VERSION] TPLGO 24 pcs NFC Cards with Holer for the Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild Botw Switch/Switch Lite/Wii U with New Card for Link's Awakening

TPLGO

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Product description

NOT Amiibo, Third-party NFC tag Cards

  • Compatible with Nintendo Switch/Swith Lite, Wii U and New 3DS systems
  • 24 pcs/pack (No Repeat)
  • Size:3.4x2.2x 0.05 inches
  • High quality NFC cards
  • NOT Amiibo, Third-party NFC tag Cards

User questions & answers

Question: Missing a card,but got sent 2 toon links
Answer: If you are our customer, lose your case or want a new one, just contact us, we can send you as a gift. : ) MZZNX Team
Question: dos this item brings the 20 heart wolf link
Answer: Thank you for your consultation, we are already preparing!
Question: My wolf link card did not work when i received it today. can i get a replacement
Answer: Mine didn’t have one either :(
Question: Got this in the mail today, they all work except the toon zelda card. Any way to order just that card
Answer: YES! It contains the new Card for Link's Awakening!

Mario amiibo (Super Smash Bros Series)

Nintendo

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Product description

Super Smash Bros. series - additional video game figure

  • Team up with your amiibo or play against friends in the Super Smash Bros. for Wii U game
  • Customize your amiibo by adjusting their offensive and defensive capabilities
  • Build your amiibo to level 50 so that you can crush even the toughest opponents
  • Tap amiibo to the Wii U GamePad controller and watch your characters come to life in different games in all sorts of exciting ways
  • Additional amiibo characters and compatible games are coming soon
  • FIGURES SHOWN NOT ACTUAL SIZE AND DESIGNS MAY VARY

User questions & answers

Question: Is Robin sold out already
Answer: The figures retailed at $15.99 when first released. These figures are no longer being manufactured. So all the figures on other websites are sold out and only resellers are posting the product on Amazon.
Question: Is the Fire Emblem character Marth sold out at this time? Other places seem to have him in stock
Answer: Scanning these in game give you random cooking/elixir materials and randomly generated weapons/loot. This was confirmed on both Wii U and Switch through personal experience as well as this link: http://www.nintendo.com/amiibo/games/detail/the-legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-wii-u
Question: Is Lucina already sold out
Answer: Yes. My grandson has the Nintendo switch and so I ordered this switch compatible figure. You have to order the figures compatible to the system being used.
Question: will it work with xbox
Answer: This is the trainer only

Nintendo amiibo series Shulk Collectible Figure, 7cm

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Product description

U.S. Edition

  • NINTENDO

User questions & answers

Question: Does it work on North American systems
Answer: Since all wave 4 Amiibos have the notification aleart, they aren't. I signed up the notification yesterday for Lucina, Robin, Pacman and Charizard and I haven't gotten an alert saying they're in stock. Amazon is super limited so keep an eye on them or the a hole Nintendo scalpers would ruin your day like they did with me at Gamestop.
Question: What time is it
Answer: No: Will only work on the following Nintendo home consoles and portable systems: Nintendo Switch (via Joy-Con (R)’s analog stick, or Nintendo Switch logo on Nintendo Switch Pro Controller accessory, sold separately) New Nintendo 3DS XL (via system’s bottom screen) New Nintendo 2DS XL (via system’s bottom screen) Nintendo 2DS (via NFC Reader/Writer accessory, sold separately) Wii U (via NFC touchpoint on Wii U GamePad controller) Nintendo 3DS (via NFC Reader/Writer accessory, sold separately) Nintendo 3DS XL (via NFC Reader/Writer accessory, sold separately) New Nintendo 3DS (via system’s bottom screen)
Question: Is he really feeling it
Answer: For Switch users, you would place the Amiibo directly on top of the right joy-cons control stick and will scan. Depending on the game it will give out items depending on the game itself.
Question: Just what is he feeling
Answer: Mainly production and amount shipped. Prices fluctuate but should relieve themselves with time.

72pcs ACNH for New Horizons Series 1-4 Cards NFC Amiibo Tag Mini Game Rare Character Villager Cards for Switch/Switch Lite/Wii U/New 3DS with Crystal Storage Box(1.25x0.85x0.05 inches)

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Product description

Make sure you have Resident Services, then you are able to use the cards.



How to use:



1. Go to the Nook Stop terminal in the Town Hall

2. Select the penultimate option, "Invite a Camper"

3.Hold up the card to the NFC touch point on the right thumb stick of your controller when indicated

4.Hold it there until the game registers it

5.Depending on the amiibo, the game will inform you of any changes or rewards that you can now collect.

Card List:

1-Marshal

2-Merengue

3-Lily

4-Bob

5-Fauna

6-Savannah

7-Whitney

8-Broccolo

9-Coco

10-Ruby

11-Julian

12-Gala

13-Hamlet

14-Rolf

15-Chrissy

16-Francine

17-Maple

18-Stitches

19-Lolly

20-Fang

21-Melba

22-Margie

23-Lucky

24-Rosie

25-Cheri

26-Punchy

27-Poppy

28-Tutu

29-Lionel

30-Chief

31-Diana

32-Molly

33-Felicity

34-Tia

35-Olivia

36-Rhonda

37-Pekoe

38-Beau

39-Tiffany

40-Sprinkle

41-Ankha

42-Freya

43-Elvis

44-Colton

45-Chevre

46-Merry

47-Daisy

48-Blanche

49-Skye

50-Goldie

51-lucy

52-Mira

53-Pietro

54-Aurora

55-Celia

56-Gayle

57-Portia

58-Bluebear

59-Zucker

60-Shari

61-Flurry

62-Tom

63-Kidd

64-Cookie

65-Nana

66-Kitty

67-Bud

68-Flora

69-Chadder

70-Apollo

71-Pink

72-Marcie

  • Compatible with Switch, Switch Lite, NS, Wii U and New 3DS systems, Guaranteed to work.
  • Third-party NFC tag game cards made of durable PVC with built-in high-quality chips. It is also responsive, which makes every scan a breeze.
  • 72 pcs/pack with crystal plastic case. It is third party NFC Card, BUT Function are same to normal cards.
  • If you have any issues, please let me know, we will help you in 12 hours. If you like it, please share with other customer in reviews.
  • Product characteristics have a certain rate of data loss (about 0.05%), in case of card failure, please contact us immediately, we will send you a replacement!

User questions & answers

Question: Work for Lite
Answer: He is and so am I. ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
Question: Can you use the same amiibo card more than once
Answer: It.
Question: Can you use these more than once
Answer: Yes it was up for 25 seconds, around 3 minutes after the the time Amazon said they may start posting it before it was sold out. I don't know how, but I was one of the lucky few who refreshed the buying options page at the right time & managed to get one. By the way, this is coming from a person on the West Coast side, where we usually are the last ones to get the new amiibos. Apparently, I learned that people had to go to the actual buying options page, in order to see the Amazon listing, otherwise people won't see it at all no matter how many times they F5, which was the reason why many people missed out on Lucina, including me when it went live on Amazon on 5/29.
Question: is there a way to get replacements for ones that arrived broken or would i have to send the whole thing back
Answer: This version of Marth is currently sold out. Nintendo has announced that they will be bringing back Marth at a later time, HOWEVER- it is most likely that he will not have the same base as the Super Smash Bros. version had or that there will be some other variant to this Amiibo upon re-release.

Nintendo amiibo - King K. Rool - Super Smash Bros. Series

Nintendo

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Product description

King K. Rool made his debut in 1994 in the Donkey Kong Country game. He is the leader of the Kremlings and his favorite hobby is stealing Donkey Kong's bananas. Get cool in-game extras with amiibo accessories and compatible games. Just tap an amiibo accessory to the NFC touchpoint on a compatible system to enjoy fun in-game extra features in compatible games on the Nintendo Switch system, New Nintendo 2DS XL system, New Nintendo 3DS XL system and Wii U console. Games, systems, and amiibo sold separately. Visit nintendo.com/amiibo for details on amiibo functionality.

  • King K. Rool made his debut in 1994 in the Donkey Kong Country game. He is the leader of the Kremlings and his favorite hobby is stealing Donkey Kong's bananas.
  • Get cool in-game extras with amiibo accessories and compatible games.
  • Games, systems, and amiibo sold separately. Visit nintendo.com/amiibo for details on amiibo functionality.

User questions & answers

Question: Is the cape made out of fabric or any materiel like that
Answer: Amiibos are not region locked. The Japanese and European versions will work on North American systems.
Question: Does this work the with nintendo switch
Answer: REYN TIME

Product features

Nintendo amiibo - King K. Rool - Super Smash Bros. Series

Whereas Mario often squares off against Bowser, Donkey Kong must fight against King K. Rool. He's a big croc with a big attitude...and a tiny crown. He probably could have been Donkey Kong's most trustworthy animal friend. Think he'll ever have a change of heart? Not likely.

Series: Super Smash Bros.

Newest Version 24Pcs The Legend of Zelda Breath of The Wild NFC Cards, Link's Awakening Zelda Botw Game Rewards Cards. Compatible with Switch/Lite Wii U.

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Product description

If you want amiibos bonuses this is by far the most effective way to do it without starting an expensive collection.

Please Note:

Using amiibo is easy, but the ability is turned off by default in the game. To switch it on, open the "System" menu, and then turn amiibo support on.

Some amiibo cards need to complete the corresponding tasks or levels in the game to use.

Compatibility and functionality of amiibo cards may vary per game.

Cards List:

No.1: The Legend of Zelda - Link's Awakening 

No.2:Wolf Link - 20 Hearts

No.3:The Legend of Zelda - Link Majora's Mask (Drop Fierce Deity Armor)

No.4:The Legend of Zelda - Link Skyward Sword

No.5:Super Smash Bros - Sheik

No.6: Super Smash Bros - Ganondorf

No.7: Super Smash Bros - Link (Summon Epona)

No.8: Breath of the Wild - Link (Rider)

No.9: Toon Link - The Wind Waker (30th Anniversary )

No.10: Breath of the Wild - Zelda

No.11: Breath of the Wild - Guardian

No.12: Super Smash Bros - Toon Link

No.13: Super Smash Bros - Zelda

No.14: 8 Bit Link (30th Anniversary )

No.15: Breath of the Wild - Link (Archer)

No.16: Breath of the Wild - Bokoblin

No.17: Zelda - The Wind Waker (30th Anniversary )

No.18: Ocarina of Time Link (30th Anniversary )

No.19: Link (Twilight Princess) (Summon Epona)

No.20: Zora Champion - Mipha

No.21: Rito Champion - Revali

No.22: Goron Champion - Daruk

No.23: Gerudo Champion - Urbosa

No.24: Super Smash Bros Young Link

NFC amiibo Cards for the Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild Link Awakening Nintendo Switch / Lite Wii U

  • They work like botw amiibo, Third-party TLOZ Series amiibos Cards. Compatible with Link's Awakening,Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
  • Compatible with Nintendo Switch / Lite and Wii U 3DS, Small delicate, Crystal Case Easy to carry.
  • 24 pcs Card Not repeating, amiibo Cards special gift for Zelda Link fans, help get more fun in-game.
  • get all the cool exclusive clothing and items Rewards, These Amiibo cards can be scanned once per day.
  • Product characteristics have a certain data loss rate (about 0.25%), if any of the cards are invalid, please contact us. We will send you a new product, the original product does not need to be returned.

User questions & answers

Question: do these work the same as amiibo
Answer: It's at random. The amiibo gives you something in a chest that could range between any part of the Twilight Princess clothing set to Epona to a random weapon or collectible item. You just got to keep trying every day until you get all three pieces of the Twilight Princess clothing sets. So patience, you will get the part, eventually.
Question: Do you sell just the clear plastic cases the cards come in? I have another set and I like this case better
Answer: We purchased this for our switch. Works great and my son uses it on his Wii U . Was very pleased with the product and shipper it arrived ahead of time.
Question: What are these for? Do they serve any purpose or are they jus collectible cards
Answer: Not really a question so much a review/complaint... Is it possible you co fused two cards for being Toon Link? There are a lot of very similar cards and it took me some trial and error as well as some Google-fu to figure out exactly what was what. Great seller but the description here is admittedly lacking.
Question: Does this pack include the various different armor and weapons types such as fierce deity link outfit and sword, divine beast helms, etc
Answer: Yes we got the wolf link too

Product features

Zelda Breath of The Wild

1. Breath of the Wild - Link (Archer)

2. Breath of the Wild - Link (Rider)

3. Breath of the Wild - Zelda

4. Breath of the Wild - Guardian

5. Breath of the Wild - Bokoblin

Super Smash Bros Ultimate

6. Super Smash Bros - Link (Summon Epona)

7. Super Smash Bros - Zelda

8. Super Smash Bros - Sheik

9. Super Smash Bros - Ganondorf

10. Super Smash Bros - Toon Link

30TH botw

11. 8 Bit Link (30th Anniversary)

12. Ocarina of Time Link (30th Anniversary)

13. Toon Link - The Wind Waker (30th Anniversary)

14. Zelda - The Wind Waker (30th Anniversary)

Champion

15. Zora Champion - Mipha

16. Rito Champion - Revali

17. Goron Champion - Daruk

18. Gerudo Champion - Urbosa

Legend of Zelda

19. The Legend of Zelda - Link Majora's Mask (Drop Fierce Deity Armor)

20. The Legend of Zelda - Link Skyward Sword

21. Link (Twilight Princess) (Summon Epona)

Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening

22. Super Smash Bros Young Link

23. Wolf Link - 20 Hearts

24. The Legend of Zelda - Link's Awakening

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