Nintendo: This is how the amiibo characters work

In this practical tip we show you how the amiibo figures from Nintendo work and what you can do with them.

The amiibo figures from Nintendo - that is behind it

The amiibo figures from Nintendo are small figures that you can link to your Nintendo game. So these figures that you actually hold in your hand are also used in the game. We show you exactly how this works here:

• If you touch the game pad of the Wii U with any amiibo figure, it will come to life directly in your game.
• You can train the characters, fight against each other and let them ascend. Each figure is unique. If you train your figure accordingly, it will also differ from the corresponding amiibo figures of other players.
• To be able to use the characters, you first need a compatible game. The first game is "Super Smash Bros." in winter 2014 for the Wii U out. In this context, you can also buy the first amiibo figures.
• Nintendo plans more characters and leaves the different types of use open. Games are planned for Nintendo 3DS and other games for the Wii U.

Until the first amiibo figures appear, you can pass the time with the five best eShop games for the Nintendo Wii U.