Nintendo Switch 2 Amiibo Are Even More Expensive Than Expected

When Nintendo introduced value will increase for first-party Switch 2 equipment, the upcoming slate of The Legend of Zelda and Road Fighter Amiibo have been left unmentioned. On the time, many in all probability assumed that the seven Amiibo figures launching alongside the Switch 2 on June 5 would retain their initially introduced costs. In spite of everything, these costs have been already greater than we have come to count on for Amiibo. Nevertheless it seems that Amiibo figures are receiving the most important value will increase.

Retailers together with Walmart and GameStop have up to date listings for the brand new Zelda and Road Fighter Amiibo figures. Each is $10 greater than its preliminary record value, which is tied for the very best improve with the Switch 2 Dock Set. That stated, the Switch 2 Dock Set elevated from $110 to $120, and it is just for customers who need a second dock. The $10 value hike for Amiibo figures is a a lot greater proportion improve as compared.

On account of the worth change, Tears of the Kingdom’s Champions Amiibo will value $30 every. A fifth new Zelda Amiibo based mostly on Mineru’s Assemble is anticipated to launch later this yr, however a value hasn’t been introduced but. Zelda Amiibo figures usually value $16, although there are figures with $20 MSRPs corresponding to Tears of the Kingdom’s Ganondorf.

Road Fighter 6’s Amiibo figures, in the meantime, will likely be bought for a staggering $40 every. This eyebrow-raising transfer means every determine is just $20 lower than the game–and the sport features a bunch of free DLC. For an additional comparability: The beforehand launched Ken and Ryu Smash Bros. Amiibo carry $16 retail costs. Neither determine is at the moment in print, however you should buy Ken and Ryu Amiibo for round $25 every from resellers.

Nintendo Switch 2 Amiibo Figures

Preorders for the seven Amiibo releasing on June 5 will open on April 24 alongside Switch 2 console preorders.

$30 | Releases June 5

This Amiibo depicts the young Rito, Tulin, with the powerful Great Eagle Bow. Aside from serving as a fun companion for your desk or game room, the Amiibo is compatible with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom for cool in-game goodies, including exclusive fabric for the paraglider in Tears of the Kingdom.

$30 | Releases June 5

Bring the Sage of Fire into your home with this sizable Amiibo. The President of YunoboCo is compatible with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, offering in-game extras and a special fabric for Link’s glider in the latter.

$30 | Releases June 5

Sidon is the Sage of Water, and this Amiibo shows him wielding the Lightscale Trident that was passed down from Mipha. He’s also adorned with a bunch of flashy jewelry you’d expect as the son of royalty. Like the other Amiibo, this one is compatible with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.

$30 | Releases June 5

This Amiibo depicts the Sage of Lightning entering battle with her two trusty scimitars and breezy Gerudo garb. Once again, you’ll get some functionality with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, unlocking in-game like special paraglider fabric.

$40 | Releases June 5

The defender of Chinatown strikes a pose with this flashy Amiibo, complete with a translucent blue background for added effect. The Amiibo can be scanned on Switch 2 to save your character outfits, control style, and button settings for the character, and you’ll unlock mystery bonuses for the upcoming Switch 2 version of Street Fighter 6.

$40 | Releases June 5

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The aspiring ninja Kimberly comes to life with this Amiibo, as she’s shown bounding across the landscape–a trail of pink dust in her wake. Add the Amiibo to your collection to gain exclusive in-game content for Street Fighter 6 or save your settings to the Amiibo for quick transfer.

As mentioned, the other new Amiibo is for Mineru’s Construct. There is no confirmed launch date past “coming quickly,” and a value is but to be decided. It is trying prefer it’ll be fairly massive, nevertheless, and it would not be stunning if it retailed for the next value than the opposite 4 Champions.

Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 variations of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Breath of the Wild, and Road Fighter 6 will likely be accessible on April 24, too.

• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild — $70 | June 5
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom — $80 | June 5
• Road Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Version — $60 | June 5