Amiibo offers you the wonderful and unique opportunity to interact with your favorite Nintendo characters and games. Amiibo are interactive figures and cards that engage with your games. When you scan an Amiibo while playing compatible Nintendo Switch, Nintendo 3DS, or Wii U software, you can discover surprising new features. Amiibo have different effects depending on the game: you can unlock new modes, weapons, or character customizations, or enhance your Amiibo's abilities to make them a perfect partner or a strong opponent. With the Nintendo 3DS NFC Reader/Writer (sold separately), you can also use Amiibo on the Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS.