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Nintendo's Amiibo gets something Skylanders and Disney Infinity lacks: Subscription service

  • Posted byby Mike Minotti
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Nintendo really wants you to own Amiibos.

The little figures based on famous characters such as Mario and Link can interact with Wii U games like Mario Kart 8 and Super Smash Bros. via the GamePad. It’s a similar concept to what the popular Skylanders and Disney Infinity games have practiced for a few years now. However, Nintendo has thought up a creative way to deliver figures.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.