Splatoon 2 amiibo

If you are a Nintendo Switch owner, you might well have been enjoying Splatoon 2 since its launch last year. Playing through the single-player campaign or testing your skills out in some online matches is a great way to build up your Inkling, but what do the Splatoon-themed amiibo do within the game?

You can, of course, use both the new Splatoon 2 amiibo as well as the amiibo sets from the original Splatoon on Wii U to unlock special gear which can give your Inkling special abilities or gear. It goes without saying that the amiibo will look great on your desk or gaming shelf, too!

In order to use amiibo within Splatoon 2, simply head over to Nikopolis Square and you will find an empty amiibo display case toward the end of the plaza. After approaching the box, you just need to place your amiibo on the right Joy-Con NFC reader, or in the middle of your Switch Pro controller to activate.

Read on to find out what each amiibo does within the game.

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Pearl and Marina 'Off The Hook' amiibo - Splatoon 2

Pearl and Marina 'Off The Hook' amiibo - Splatoon 2

Pearl and Marina are the dazzling DJ genius of the pop-idol duo known as 'Off the Hook' in Splatoon 2. Together they host the Inkopolis News and Splatfest events, in which Inklings pick one of two sides and battle the opposing team in Turf War.

The Pearl amiibo will give you the Pearlescent Crown (cold blooded ability), Pearlescent Hoodie (respawn punisher ability) and Pearlescent Kicks (special charge up ability).

The Marina amiibo will give you the Marinated Headphones (special saver ability), Marinated top (special power up ability) and the Marinated Slip-Ons (Ink Recovery Up Ability).

Inkling Boy amiibo - Splatoon 2

Inkling Boy amiibo - Splatoon 2

Scanning the Splatoon 2 Inkling Boy amiibo will grant you the Squinja Mask, Squinja Suit, and Squinja Shoes. When equipped these items will grant you the special saver, swimming speed boost and faster respawn abilities.

Inkling Girl amiibo - Splatoon 2

Inkling Girl amiibo - Splatoon 2

Scanning the Splatoon 2 Inkling Girl amiibo will grant you the School Cardigan, the Squid Clip-Ons, and the Fringed Loafers, which will give you abilities like Run Speed Up, Opening Gambit, and Cold-Blooded.

Inkling Squid amiibo - Splatoon 2

Inkling Squid amiibo - Splatoon 2

Scanning the Splatoon 2 Inkling Squid amiibo will give you the Power Armor Mk 1, Power Mask Mk 1, and Power Boots Mk 1. When equipped you’ll receive the following abilities: Ink Resistance Up, Ink Resistance Up, and Bomb Defence Up respectfully.

Marie amiibo

Marie amiibo

Scanning the Marie amiibo unlocks the Armor Replica outfit, though this can only be unlocked after beating the single player campaign. It comes with an Armor Helmet Replica, an Armor Jacket Replica, and Armor Boot Replica. Perks include tenacity, ink saver, and a special charge up ability.

Callie amiibo

Callie amiibo

As with Marie, Callie's gear set only unlocks after beating the single player campaign. The Hero Replica Outfit comes with a Hero Headset Replica, a Hero Jacket Replica, and Hero Runner Replica. Perks include faster swimming, faster running, and faster super jump.

Inkling Boy amiibo - original Splatoon

Inkling Boy amiibo - original Splatoon

Scanning the Inkling Boy amiibo from the original Splatoon grants you the Samurai Outfit gear set, which includes a Samurai Helmet, a Samurai Jacket, and Samurai Shoes. Perks include special charge up, special power increase, and a quick super jump.

Inkling Girl amiibo - original Splatoon

Inkling Girl amiibo - original Splatoon

Scanning the Inkling Girl amiibo from the original Splatoon will grant you with the School Outfit gear set, which includes a School Hairclip, a School Uniform, and School Shoes. Perks include ink saver, high recovery speed, and faster swimming.

Inkling Squid amiibo - original Splatoon

Inkling Squid amiibo - original Splatoon

Finally scanning the Inkling Squid amiibo from the original Splatoon will give you the Power Armor gear set, which includes the Power Mask, Power Armor clothing and Power Boots. Perks include a faster respawn, higher defence against bombs and ink saver which should come in handy.


You certainly aren't required to have the amiibo to fully enjoy the game, but for those people that do have them, they certainly provide a nice bonus within the game.