Get ready for an exciting update! On January 15, 2026, fans of Animal Crossing™: New Horizons will receive a free content update that brings not only fresh features and activities but also enhances amiibo™ compatibility. This is a thrilling development for players eager to interact with beloved characters from other popular Nintendo franchises.
Once you’ve updated your game, you’ll have the opportunity to invite specific characters from the iconic Legend of Zelda™ and Splatoon™ series to join you on your island by simply tapping corresponding amiibo figures.
Curious about which characters you can welcome? Here’s a rundown of those inspired by these games, along with their compatible amiibo:
From the Legend of Zelda™ series:
- Tulin
- Mineru
From the Splatoon series:
- Viché
- Cece
- You can also invite either Viché or Cece
Want to dive deeper into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons? Check out the My Nintendo Store for more information (My Nintendo Store). And if you're looking for additional fun features and amiibo lineups, head over to the official amiibo site (Official amiibo Site).
Please note that amiibo are sold separately. For comprehensive details regarding amiibo functionality, visit amiibo.com.
