How to Scan amiibo on Nintendo Switch 2

Complete these steps

1. Confirm that your amiibo figure or amiibo card is compatible with the software you're attempting to play.
2. Ensure your console has the latest system update.
   • How to check for the latest system update
     1. Select System Settings on the HOME Menu.
     2. Scroll down to the bottom of the System Settings menu and select System.
     3. Select System Update to start the system update process.
        • The system will check to see if an update is available.

     For more information, see How to Perform a System Update on Nintendo Switch 2 or How to Perform a System Update on Nintendo Switch.

3. Start the amiibo-compatible game and follow the on-screen instructions.
   • Please note that you may need to look up the software manual for information on where in the game you can use amiibo.
   • In order to use amiibo, some games may require a software update.
     • How to update game software
       1. Ensure the console is connected to the Internet.
       2. From the HOME Menu, select (but do not start) the icon for the software you wish to update.
       3. Press the + Button or – Button on your controller, then select Software Update followed by Via the Internet.

       For more details, see How to Update Software on Nintendo Switch 2 or How to Update Software on Nintendo Switch.

4. Touch the amiibo to the NFC touchpoint.
   • On the Joy-Con 2, the NFC touchpoint is located on the right control stick.
   • On the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, the NFC touchpoint is located over the Nintendo Switch logo at the top-center of the controller.
   • On the Joy-Con, the NFC touchpoint is located on the right control stick.
     • Note: Joy-Con controllers can only be used wirelessly with Nintendo Switch 2.
   • On the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, the NFC touchpoint is located over the Nintendo Switch logo at the top-center of the controller.
     • Note: The NFC touchpoint on Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers are turned off when using a wired connection.