The Cloud (Player 2) amiibo, based on the Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children design, is making a comeback! GameStop will restock this sought-after figure on December 19th, priced at $15.99. Pre-orders are currently live on GameStop’s website, with shipping as the only option. While in-store availability on launch day is possible, pre-ordering guarantees securing this popular amiibo.
This restock offers another chance for fans who missed out on the original release. Earlier this year, the standard Cloud amiibo, based on his classic Final Fantasy VII appearance, also saw a re-release. With the Sephiroth amiibo also being restocked on December 5th, collectors have an excellent opportunity to complete their Final Fantasy VII amiibo collection.
altCloud (Player 2) amiibo based on his appearance in Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children
A Decade of Nintendo Amiibo
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Nintendo’s amiibo line, launched in November 2014. Initially focused on the Super Smash Bros. roster, the line has expanded to include franchises like The Legend of Zelda, Super Mario, Splatoon, Animal Crossing, and many more. Both Cloud amiibo belong to the Super Smash Bros. series, which features figures for every playable fighter, including alternate skins for characters like Cloud and Bayonetta.
The Future of Amiibo
The future of amiibo remains uncertain as we approach 2025. While the toys-to-life genre has largely faded, with competitors like Disney Infinity, Skylanders, and LEGO Dimensions discontinued, amiibo persists. However, 2024 has primarily seen re-releases, with no new figures announced for next year.
Nintendo’s 2025 and the Potential for New Amiibo
2025 is shaping up to be a significant year for Nintendo, with a new console expected to be announced before the end of their fiscal year in March. Highly anticipated titles like Metroid Prime 4 and Pokemon Legends: Z-A, along with remasters such as Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, are still slated for release on the current Switch. Whether these or future games for the new console will receive accompanying amiibo remains to be seen. Perhaps announcements regarding new amiibo figures will coincide with the new console reveal.
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