How to Use Amiibo on Switch for Tears of the Kingdom
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Ever wondered how to bring your favorite Nintendo characters into your Tears of the Kingdom adventure? One magical way is through using Amiibo! Let’s dive into how you can make this happen.
If you’re asking, “How do I use Amiibo on my Switch for Tears of the Kingdom?”, you’re in the right place for answers. It’s simple and super fun!
Quick Steps to Use Amiibo
First, make sure your Amiibo is compatible with Tears of the Kingdom. Not all Amiibo work, so check the list on Nintendo’s website. Next, boot up Tears of the Kingdom on your Nintendo Switch. Then, pause the game and head to the System section in Options. Here, turn on the ‘Use Amiibo’ feature. Now, you’re almost there!
Hold your Amiibo over the right Joy-Con’s stick or the Pro Controller’s NFC touchpoint. You’ll see the game react, and boom! Your Amiibo’s gifts or characters will appear in your game. It’s like magic – your favorite characters or items from the Amiibo universe join your journey in Hyrule.
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