Best Nintendo Amiibo of 2026

The Ocarina of Time Link is the figure we point to first when someone wants a Zelda amiibo for display. The sculpt is detailed in a way that stands out even among this set: the tunic, shield, and face have crisp paint, and the pose reads as the character rather than a generic Link.

It also does useful work in Breath of the Wild, where it can unlock outfits and weapons. That combination of a strong shelf piece and real in-game payoff is why it earns the Zelda recommendation. The figure works with U.S. Switch consoles, so the Japanese import is not a compatibility problem.

For a Zelda fan who wants one Link to keep, this is the one we choose. The detail is the reason to pay for it, and it holds up as a display piece even when you are not playing.

The Link's Awakening figure is the budget Link we recommend, and the cheerful art style is a big part of why. It has a cel-shaded look that is charming, the paint is clean, and it reads instantly as Link.

In Breath of the Wild, it is useful for treasure drops, which makes it a practical pick rather than just a shelf ornament. We also like that it is easy to hand to a younger player: the figure is sturdy, the pose is compact, and it does not need much shelf space.

If you want a friendly, affordable Link that works in a game you already own, it is the easy choice. The style is the one thing to check: this is a specific Link, not a generic stand-in for every Zelda game.

The Tears of the Kingdom Zelda is the most current-looking figure in this group. The outfit and pose are drawn from the game, and the sculpt has enough detail to work as a shelf piece when you are not using it.

It works as intended on Switch, and the paint and finish are solid. It is detailed enough to hold its own beside the other Zelda figures here, though it is not the largest or most elaborate piece in the set.

For a Tears of the Kingdom display, this is the figure we reach for. It gives you the modern version of Zelda without asking you to build a whole shelf around one game.

The Deep Cut set is the one to buy if you want a group display rather than a single hero. Shiver, Frye, and Big Man come in one package, and the three figures are scaled and posed to read as a team.

We like that the set gives you the whole group at once—no hunting down three separate releases—and the figures work properly in the game. The sculpts are cute and clean, with enough color and detail to justify a shelf spot even for someone who does not play Splatoon regularly.

Three figures take up more shelf room than a single amiibo, and the set is a bigger commitment than buying one character. If Deep Cut is your favorite part of Splatoon, that is an easy trade.

Steve and Alex are the amiibo pair for a Minecraft household. The two default skins come in one pack, and the blocky sculpts match the game's look rather than trying to make the characters more realistic.

They work with the Nintendo Switch, and the two-pack means you can hand one to a player and keep the other on the shelf. The paint and molding are clean, and the blocky look is faithful to the game.

For a Minecraft fan, this is the obvious pair. The two characters cover the default skins, and the set saves you from choosing between them.

The Metroid amiibo is the sleeper display piece in this group. It is not another Mario or Link, and that is exactly why it stands out on a shelf.

The sculpt is detailed and the paintwork holds up; the figure looks good even if you never tap it. We also like that it is a more unusual character choice, which makes it feel like a collection piece rather than a duplicate.

It is a Japan import, but the figure works with compatible Nintendo systems; the NFC chip is the same. The practical question is whether you want a Metroid-specific collectible or a more broadly useful character.

For a Metroid fan, this is an easy recommendation. For everyone else, the character is the deciding factor.

The Mineru's Construct is the only figure here with articulated arms, and that changes how it displays. You can pose the arms instead of accepting whatever angle the factory gave you.

It is a large figure, listed at 3.14 ounces and 5.12 by 2.76 by 7.48 inches, which gives it real shelf presence. We appreciated the poseability; it makes the figure feel like a small statue rather than a stiff token.

The in-game side is tied to Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, where it gives random items. Check that you play the game before buying; otherwise, the figure is the main event.

For a display-first collector, the articulation and scale are the reasons to choose it. It is the figure we point to when you want a Tears of the Kingdom piece that is not another Link.

Sidon is the budget-friendly Zelda pick, and for many fans that is the whole argument. The figure captures the Zora prince's look with detailed sculpting and paintwork, and it works with compatible Switch and 3DS games.

We like it as a shelf piece because it is colorful and cheerful without taking up much room. It does not feel cheap, and the paintwork holds up at this scale.

If Sidon is not a favorite, the appeal is mostly the design; if you are building a Zelda collection around Breath of the Wild or Tears of the Kingdom, he fits right in.