Amiibo
Ongoing coverage on Amiibo.
Latest coverage
Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake details you may have missed
New details have emerged for the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Nintendo Switch, highlighting several changes from the original Nintendo 64 version. These include new features like 'fairy thoughts' for hints, a fifth bottle, and amiibo support for item drops and unlockable masks. The game will also run at a smooth 60 frames per second with visual enhancements and some tweaked dungeon puzzles.
Evening Reading - October 14, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers several gaming news items, including Rockstar Games' statement on future development timelines after Grand Theft Auto 6, details on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake features like an enemy gallery and Amiibo support, and the announcement of the pocket-sized Xbox Nano Controller. Epic Games is bringing Fortnite to Linux, and World of Warcraft: Forever is implementing a Temporary Economy Holds system. The article also notes renewed interest in Star Wars games and celebrates the anniversary of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky.
Ocarina of Time Remake Will Support All Existing Zelda Amiibo With In-Game Item Bonuses
A new overview trailer for the Ocarina of Time Remake has revealed that all existing and new Zelda amiibo will be supported. This support will grant players in-game item bonuses.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time will support all Zelda series Amiibo
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time will feature support for all existing Zelda series Amiibo, allowing players to receive in-game items. A new trailer demonstrated how scanning Amiibo from titles like Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom can unlock items and special masks for the new Link and Zelda figures. The game is set to launch on November 5, 2026.
The new Ocarina of Time figures are nowhere to be found, but some of the best Zelda amiibo are back at Nintendo UK
New Young Link and Zelda amiibo figures for The Legend of Zelda series are unavailable in the UK, with pre-orders yet to appear. However, several popular Legend of Zelda Collection amiibo, including Link from Majora's Mask and Twilight Princess, are back in stock on the Nintendo UK store.
How to easily beat Metroid Prime 4’s hard mode
This guide explains how to easily complete Metroid Prime 4 on hard mode using the Metroid Prime 4 Samus amiibo. By utilizing the amiibo's full health restore function and manipulating the system clock, players can significantly reduce the challenge of hard mode, which is required for 100% gallery completion.
Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale rolls out rare amiibo discounts that I need collectors to grab ASAP
Nintendo is holding a Customer Appreciation Sale offering 30% off select amiibo figures, including recent releases like Kirby and the Warp Star and the Super Mario Bros Wonder trio. While some figures like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom amiibo have been cheaper elsewhere, many are rarely discounted. The sale ends September 26.
Where to buy Zelda remake and Metroid Ravenous as Switch 2 copies sell out
Special editions of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and Metroid Ravenous for the Nintendo Switch 2 are selling out rapidly shortly after their announcement. Both games, along with tie-in consoles and accessories, are experiencing high demand, with physical copies and collector's editions quickly becoming unavailable on the Nintendo Store and other retailers.
Ninty fans must be hungry for Metroid Ravenous pre-orders, as the special edition with its exclusive amiibo is already…
Pre-orders for the special edition of Metroid Ravenous on the Nintendo Switch 2, which includes an exclusive amiibo, have sold out rapidly in US and UK retailers. The $119.99 / £99.99 version is highly sought after, though standard physical and digital copies are still available for $69.99 / £58.99.
New Metroid, Kirby, Persona, and More Announced in Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo held a Direct presentation on September 9, 2026, revealing over 50 titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, including new installments in the Metroid, Kirby, and Persona series. Several DLC packs, game updates, and amiibo were also announced, with some titles also releasing on the original Nintendo Switch.
Ocarina of Time Remake amiibo are up for pre-order, and I'm obsessed that Young Link pays homage to classic Zelda…
New amiibo figures for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, featuring Young Link and Young Zelda, are now available for pre-order. The Young Link figure pays homage to iconic 1998 artwork by Yusuke Nakano, a detail highly praised by the author. While the author expresses some minor wishes for alternative designs, the overall sentiment towards these detailed collectibles is overwhelmingly positive.
Mega Man: Dual Override getting new amiibo, including one for Proto Man
Two new amiibo figures for Mega Man: Dual Override, including one for Proto Man, have been revealed and are scheduled for release in 2027. The game itself was previously announced for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Kirby Air Riders shares release date for Sword Kirby & Dragoon and Noir Dedede & Hydra, no more figures
Kirby Air Riders has announced the release date for the Sword Kirby & Dragoon and Noir Dedede & Hydra amiibo figures, both scheduled for November 12, 2026. The company also confirmed that no further figures for the game will be produced.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Amiibo Are Up for Preorder
Preorders have gone live for Young Link and Young Zelda amiibo figures related to the Nintendo Switch remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The limited figures are selling out quickly.
New amiibo for Ocarina of Time remake look incredible, but what they unlock feels cursed
Nintendo revealed new amiibo figures for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake during a recent Nintendo Direct. The figures depict Young Link with Navi and Young Zelda, and unlock in-game masks of their original selves, which the author finds unsettling. Despite the 'cursed' in-game unlock, the amiibo themselves are praised for their detailed design.
These Horrifying Ocarina Of Time In-Game Masks Are Your Prize For Buying New Zelda Amiibos
New Amiibo figurines for young Link and Zelda will be released in 2027 for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, which launches on November 5 for the Nintendo Switch. Scanning these Amiibo will unlock in-game masks modeled after their original Nintendo 64 appearances, described as a "harrowing sight."
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Amiibo Reveal Includes Young Link and Young Zelda Figures
Nintendo has revealed new amiibo figures for the remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, featuring Young Link and Young Zelda. These figures are part of the ongoing support and promotion for the classic title's updated release.
Young Link and Zelda amiibo announced for 2027
Nintendo has announced new amiibo figures for Young Link and Young Zelda, scheduled for release in 2027. These figures will be compatible with the upcoming Ocarina of Time remake on Nintendo Switch 2, unlocking special in-game masks.
Young Link and Young Zelda amiibo announced for Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake
New amiibo figures featuring Young Link and Young Zelda have been announced for the remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The announcement was made recently, with further details expected.
“Predicting” Zelda: Ocarina of Time’s release date using amiibo
This article speculates on the potential release date and announcement methods for the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the Nintendo Switch 2. It suggests that amiibo releases can be a predictor of game launch dates and discusses the possibility of new Zelda-themed hardware launching alongside the game.
