What can amiibo do? One amiibo may work with multiple games. You might get new outfits, power-ups, or other fun bonuses. - Add a character to the game. - Get bonuses or special items. - Level up or customize your character. - Unlock new adventures. Just tap to connect: Nintendo Switch- You can tap your amiibo to the right Joy-Con controller's Right Stick or the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller's NFC touchpoint. Nintendo Wii U- Tap any amiibo accessory to the near-field communication (NFC) reader on your Wii U GamePad controller to score all kinds of bonuses in compatible games. New Nintendo 3DS XL/LL- The New Nintendo 3DS XL comes with built-in amiibo support. Just tap an amiibo to the NFC reader on the lower screen and go! Nintendo 3DS- You can also use amiibo with Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL or Nintendo 2DS systems via the Nintendo 3DS NFC Reader/Writer accessory.