Loot Crate’s amiibo Subscription Service Sells Out Ahead of Nintendo Launch
Loot Crate, renowned for offering themed pop culture subscription boxes, recently announced that its limited-run amiibo subscription service has officially sold out, underscoring the widespread anticipation surrounding the launch of Nintendo’s interactive figure collection.
This milestone closely precedes the release of the amiibo line and Super Smash Bros.
for Wii U, demonstrating the strong demand among Nintendo fans and collectors. The amiibo subscription service made its debut with a straightforward model designed for convenience and exclusivity.
Subscribers had the option to sign up for either a three-weekly payment plan or to pay a one-time fee.
In return, each subscriber was set to receive three separate crates, which altogether included 10 popular amiibo figures: Mario, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Pikachu, Fox, Peach, Samus, Yoshi, Zelda, and Luigi.
This curated selection covers many of Nintendo’s most iconic characters, ensuring broad appeal across the gaming community. Beyond the main attraction of the amiibo themselves, the subscription boxes were further enhanced with exclusive extras.
Each subscription included a unique sticker, a collectible wristband, a convenient cinch bag, and a themed t-shirt, delivering additional value for collectors and fans.
Such attention to detail undoubtedly contributed to the rapid sell-out of the offer. The timing of the subscription’s conclusion is noteworthy.
The first wave of amiibo launched in North America today, aligning with the highly anticipated release of Super Smash Bros.
for Wii U.
European fans can look forward to the official amiibo rollout on November 28th.
By integrating Nintendo’s most beloved franchises with the advanced NFC capabilities of the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS hardware, amiibo figures quickly became a standout offering on the eShop and at retail. Speaking on the service’s rapid sell-out, representatives from Loot Crate emphasized the enthusiasm within the Nintendo community.
They stated that the positive response signaled both the enduring popularity of Nintendo’s character lineup and the innovativeness of bundling exclusive merchandise with collectible figures. The collaboration marks a notable achievement for Loot Crate, which has partnered with leading gaming and pop culture brands in the past.
For Nintendo, the successful sell-through of the amiibo subscription highlights the surging interest in connected toys within the gaming industry.
As amiibo figures continue to integrate with upcoming titles across the Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and future platforms like the Nintendo Switch, early milestones such as this subscription service reinforce the brand’s lasting appeal in an ever-evolving market.
This milestone closely precedes the release of the amiibo line and Super Smash Bros.
for Wii U, demonstrating the strong demand among Nintendo fans and collectors. The amiibo subscription service made its debut with a straightforward model designed for convenience and exclusivity.
Subscribers had the option to sign up for either a three-weekly payment plan or to pay a one-time fee.
In return, each subscriber was set to receive three separate crates, which altogether included 10 popular amiibo figures: Mario, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Pikachu, Fox, Peach, Samus, Yoshi, Zelda, and Luigi.
This curated selection covers many of Nintendo’s most iconic characters, ensuring broad appeal across the gaming community. Beyond the main attraction of the amiibo themselves, the subscription boxes were further enhanced with exclusive extras.
Each subscription included a unique sticker, a collectible wristband, a convenient cinch bag, and a themed t-shirt, delivering additional value for collectors and fans.
Such attention to detail undoubtedly contributed to the rapid sell-out of the offer. The timing of the subscription’s conclusion is noteworthy.
The first wave of amiibo launched in North America today, aligning with the highly anticipated release of Super Smash Bros.
for Wii U.
European fans can look forward to the official amiibo rollout on November 28th.
By integrating Nintendo’s most beloved franchises with the advanced NFC capabilities of the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS hardware, amiibo figures quickly became a standout offering on the eShop and at retail. Speaking on the service’s rapid sell-out, representatives from Loot Crate emphasized the enthusiasm within the Nintendo community.
They stated that the positive response signaled both the enduring popularity of Nintendo’s character lineup and the innovativeness of bundling exclusive merchandise with collectible figures. The collaboration marks a notable achievement for Loot Crate, which has partnered with leading gaming and pop culture brands in the past.
For Nintendo, the successful sell-through of the amiibo subscription highlights the surging interest in connected toys within the gaming industry.
As amiibo figures continue to integrate with upcoming titles across the Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and future platforms like the Nintendo Switch, early milestones such as this subscription service reinforce the brand’s lasting appeal in an ever-evolving market.
