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Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Lineup: New Zelda & Street Fighter Amiibo Hit Shelves June 5th!

Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Lineup: New Zelda & Street Fighter Amiibo Hit Shelves June 5th!

Get ready, Nintendo fans! The Nintendo Switch 2 is launching on June 5th, and it's bringing a fresh wave of Amiibo figures along for the ride. From iconic Zelda characters to the dynamic fighters of Street Fighter 6, these collectibles are sure to be a hit with gamers and collectors alike.

Here's what you need to know about the new Amiibo and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 launch:

Zelda Amiibo: A Rito, A Goron, and More!

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New Zelda Amiibo arriving June 5th.

Four new Zelda Amiibo figures based on characters from Tears of the Kingdom will be available: Tulin, Yunobo, Sidon, and Riju. These figures will retail for $29.99 each, reflecting a price increase for Nintendo's first-party accessories. As revealed on April 18th, the higher prices are a result of recently announced tariffs.

Each Amiibo is compatible with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, unlocking in-game goodies. Get ready to equip your paraglider with exclusive fabric and discover other cool bonuses!

Street Fighter 6 Enters the Fray:

Street Fighter 6: Jamie Amiibo
Street Fighter 6: Luke Amiibo
Street Fighter 6: Kimberly Amiibo

Not to be outdone, Street Fighter 6 is also getting the Amiibo treatment. Figures for Kimberly, Jamie, and Luke will also launch on June 5th. These figures are priced at $39.99 each and offer functionality with the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Street Fighter 6. You can save your character outfits, control style and button settings to the Amiibo, unlocking mystery bonuses.

Amiibo Cards and More:

Street Fighter 6 Amiibo Cards (GameStop Exclusive)

For dedicated Street Fighter fans, GameStop will have exclusive Amiibo Cards available for $40. These cards can save player settings and unlock photo frames and wallpapers. The set includes fighters from Year 1, like Luke, Jamie, Manon, Kimberly, Marisa, Lily, JP, Juri, Dee Jay, Cammy, Ryu, E.Honda, Blanka, Guile, Ken, Chunk-Li, Zangief, Dhalsim, Rashid, AKI, Ed and Akuma.

Switch 2 Pre-orders and Games!

Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 opened on April 24th, but quickly sold out. In addition to the new Amiibo, Switch 2 editions of titles like Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild are expected to offer performance upgrades and new features.

Speaking of games, the Nintendo Switch 2 will play both physical and digital Nintendo Switch games along with new Switch 2 titles. The Nintendo Switch 2 by itself will probably cost $449 or $499 in a bundle with the new Mario Kart World.

Looking Ahead:

The launch lineup for the Nintendo Switch 2, coupled with these exciting Amiibo releases, promises a compelling start for the next-generation console. Are you excited about the new Amiibo figures? Which ones are you planning to collect?

Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!

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Is the Nintendo Switch 2 available for pre-order?

Preorders for the console begin on April 24th and the launch date is June 5th. Below is everything you need to know about the successor to our longtime favorite handheld gaming console.

Where is Yunobo amiibo?

Yunobo amiibo So far, amiibo for Kimberly, Jamie, and Luke have been confirmed, and they'll cost $39.99 each at Walmart, Best Buy, and GameStop. You can also pre-order plenty of Switch 2 accessories and Switch 2 games. As for the console, after Switch 2 pre-orders opened on April 24, the console quickly sold out.

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