Amiibo news update
Here's the latest news and updates on amiibo:
New amiibo Figures
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: New amiibo figures for the game's characters, including Joker from Persona 5, Hero from Dragon Quest XI, and Banjo and Kazooie from the Banjo-Kazooie series, were released in March 2020.
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons: amiibo figures for the game's characters, including Tom Nook, K.K. Slider, and Isabelle, were released in July 2020.
amiibo Compatibility
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: The game now supports amiibo figures from previous Super Smash Bros. games, including Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS.
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe: amiibo figures for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe characters, including Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach, were released in March 2020.
amiibo Sales
- Nintendo Financial Report: According to Nintendo's financial report for the fiscal year ending March 2020, amiibo sales reached 44.4 million units, with a total revenue of 44.4 billion yen (approximately $410 million USD).
amiibo Rumors
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2: Rumors suggest that amiibo figures for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 may be released in the future, although no official announcement has been made.
- Pokémon Games: There have been rumors of amiibo figures for Pokémon games, including Pokémon Sword and Shield, although no official announcement has been made.
amiibo Collectibility
- Rarity: amiibo figures are known for their rarity, with some figures being harder to find than others. The rarity of amiibo figures is determined by their production run and demand.
- Value: Some amiibo figures have become highly valuable due to their rarity and demand. For example, the original Super Smash Bros. for Wii U amiibo figures, such as Mario and Link, can sell for hundreds of dollars online.
I hope this update helps!