Nintendo’s popular toys-to-life products, amiibo, can be used in various games to unlock costumes and obtain special rewards.
In this guide, we will show you how to scan amiibo on Nintendo Switch 2 to power-up your gaming experience.
In order to scan amiibo, you have to use it in a Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch game that supports it.
When the game asks you to scan an amiibo, you will have to place it on the analog stick of the right Joy-Con 2.
Here is the location of the analog stick:
If you’re using a Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, you have to place it over the Nintendo Switch 2 logo as pictured below:
Do not remove the amiibo until the scan is complete.
Both the Joy-Con for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Pro Controller can also be used to scan amiibo on Nintendo Switch 2.
As of April 23, 2025, there are four Nintendo Switch 2 games compatible with amiibo. This list may grow over time.
By scanning amiibo in these games, you can receive items that are helpful to you. Please note that not all amiibo are compatible with the games listed above.
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