Although we already know what to expect from amiibo functionality in Nintendo Switch games nowadays, it’s always nice to know exactly what will happen when they are scanned in a particular game.
In case of Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Rage, is a game divided into two different adventures.
To use an amiibo in Super Mario 3D World, you need to bring a small amiibo symbol and then scan your face. Here is the full explanation, thanks to Destructoid:
“Using amiibo in Mario 3D World the part is very simple: hold left on the d-pad while playing to display the amiibo symbol prompt when you are at a level, then scan. 99% of the numbers create random powers or a 1UP mushroom.“
As already mentioned on the game’s official website, Cat Mario summons an invincible white cat costume, and Cat Peach can create random powers – but apparently has no “special” features.
In the new additional adventure Bowser’s anger, “The two main figures” for this mode are Bowser and Bowser Jr and “everything else will summon powers at randomAgain, hold left on the D-Pad to scan in numbers. Here is the full summary of the source:
“Using Bowser on the NFC amiibo point will immediately wake Fury Bowser from sleep. Although this is normally a danger to be managed and avoided, using Bowser has its advantages, as certain walls / obstacles can only be destroyed by Fury. Bowser’s skills. So if you need him to show up right away to get into a certain area, you don’t have to wait for him. I’ve tested several Bowser amiibo, and figures like the Bowser wedding will also have the same functionality. “
“Bowser Jr. is also special, allowing you to unleash an explosion like this. You can’t spam because it has a cooling time: there’s not much more!”
It is worth noting that amiibo Bowser and Bowser Jr. are not classified as unique / special in Super Mario 3D World.
So here it is – this is how amiibo functionality works in Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury. If you want to learn more about the game, be sure to check out our own preview.