In an unexpected turn of events, Nintendo has unveiled a fresh lineup of amiibo figures alongside revealing significant details about its next-generation console, the Switch 2. This announcement, made on April 2, has confirmed several speculations that circulated following Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filings that surfaced a month prior.

The new amiibo collection draws inspiration from two beloved gaming franchises: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Street Fighter 6. These captivating figures are set to launch on June 5, coinciding with the release of the Switch 2. Among the amiibo figures based on the Zelda franchise, players can look forward to six Sage descendants, including Tulin, Yunobo, Riju, and Sidon. Each of these characters plays a crucial role in the game’s storyline, further enhancing their appeal to fans.

In addition to the Zelda characters, the amiibo lineup also features newcomers from Street Fighter 6, namely Luke, Jamie, and Kimberly. These characters join the ranks of Ryu and Ken, who were previously released as amiibo figures, thus expanding the fighting game’s amiibo offerings.

As is customary with amiibo releases, these new figures are designed to unlock unique content within their respective games, thereby providing additional gameplay value for players. Furthermore, Nintendo has hinted at plans to release an amiibo figure based on Mineru’s Construct from Tears of the Kingdom in the future, which is sure to excite fans eager for more collectibles.

The recent FCC filing also indicated that the newly designed Joy-Con 2 controllers would retain amiibo support when used with the Switch 2, offering a seamless gaming experience for users. However, there had been uncertainty surrounding Nintendo's intentions regarding the release of additional amiibo figures. This announcement has elicited mixed feelings among collectors and completionists, who may find themselves facing the challenge of waking up early to secure limited supplies of these highly sought-after collectibles. The news certainly stirred groans of both excitement and exasperation in the amiibo community, as enthusiasts prepare to continue their quests for these delightful little plastic figures.