Heroes to take along! Amiibo offers you a fantastic and unique way 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 Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS. If you own an amiibo figure, you only need amiibo-compatible software. No additional accessories are required to use amiibo figures on Switch, Wii U, New Nintendo 3DS, and New Nintendo 3DS XL. If you want to use amiibo on your Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, or Nintendo 2DS, you will also need an NFC Reader/Writer.