Nintendo Amiibo

Amiibo figures are a line of collectable figurines created by Nintendo. First introduced in 2014, Amiibo figures are small, detailed figures of popular Nintendo characters that can interact with various Nintendo games, adding new features and functionality to the game.

Each Amiibo figure contains a small NFC (near field communication) chip in the base that can be read by compatible Nintendo consoles, such as the Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and Nintendo Switch. When an Amiibo figure is placed on the NFC reader of a compatible console, the figure can interact with the game, unlocking new features, bonuses, and items.

The functionality of Amiibo figures varies between games, with some games allowing the player to unlock new levels or features, while others allow the player to unlock new costumes or weapons for their character. Certain Amiibo figures can unlock different content in specific games. For example, Zelda games often provide unique and different items for players who scan Amiibos based on figures from the franchise.


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