Link is the only amiibo released in the Link's Awakening series. The figure has a glossy finish to match the plastic-diorama style of the Link's Awakening remake. Link's sword and shield are the starting equipment from the game.
Compatible games[]
Game
Platform
Scans as...
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Description
amiibo Tap: Nintendo's Greatest Hits
Wii U
Link
Read Only
Unlock a random demo that will be tied to this specific amiibo it will also unlock other scenes when scanned again while playing the demo.
Hyrule Warriors
Wii U + 3DS
Link
Read Only
Unlocks the spinner weapon on first scan subsequent scans give the player a three-star weapon (either higher or lower depending on luck) as well as materials and rupees. (It should be noted that the spinner weapon is available in the 3DS version without the need to scan an amiibo)
Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition
Switch
Link
Read Only
Gives the player a three-star weapon (either lower or higher depending on luck) as well as materials and rupees. (It should be noted the spinner weapon is available without the need to scan an amiibo)
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
Switch
Link
Read Only
Gives the player stat-increasing and hylian materials or a weapon for Link to use
Kirby: Planet Robobot
3DS
Link
Read Only
Turns Kirby into Sword Kirby.
Mario Kart 8 + (Deluxe)
Wii U Switch
Link
Read Only
Receive a Link themed Mii Racing Suit
Mario Party 10
Wii U
Link
Read Only
When scanned the player will be given an in-game scratch ticket with a varying amount depending on the player's luck. Which can be used to acquire in-game awards.
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS + Ultimate
Wii U + 3DS Switch
Link
Read + Write
Train your FP fighter and level it up in offline modes to create a worthy friend or foe. Data is transferable between Wii U and 3DS, but not between Ultimate without losing FP levels and ability to be used on Wii U and 3DS.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Wii U Switch
Link
Read Only
Gives the player an assortment of items and a chest containing a weapon or arrows.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Switch
Link
Read Only
Unlocks the Red Tunic on the first scan subsequent scans give the player smoothie ingredients.
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
Switch
Link
Read + Write
Gives the player access to the +Shadow Link Effect to spawn Shadow Link in the dungeons as well as unlocking one of five amiibo exclusive dungeon chambers and save dungeon data onto the amiibo to share with others.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Switch
Link
Read Only
Scanning gives the player a weapon or arrows as well as a chance to acquire the Egg Fabric for the Paraglider, or one of the three pieces of the Awakened Hero set.