Sora amiibo Release Date Confirmed: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Final Fighter Joins the Lineup on Nintendo Switch

Nintendo has officially unveiled the final amiibo figure for Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate, confirming the upcoming release of Sora—hero of the Kingdom Hearts series—during its latest Nintendo Direct presentation.

This announcement marks a significant milestone for both the game and the amiibo line, as it completes the collection of figures dedicated to each Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate fighter available on the Nintendo Switch. Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate, developed by Sora Ltd.

and Bandai Namco Studios, first launched for the Nintendo Switch in December 2018 and has since become one of the best-selling titles on the platform, surpassing 30 million copies sold worldwide.

The game's expansive roster features every fighter from previous series entries, alongside newcomers, and is celebrated for its robust content and ongoing post-launch support.

Sora, the protagonist from Square Enix’s highly acclaimed Kingdom Hearts franchise, was revealed as the final downloadable character in October 2021 following years of fan requests and anticipation. The new Sora amiibo, set for release in 2024, has been highly anticipated by fans who have watched the amiibo series grow since its debut in 2014.

The amiibo figures, compatible with the Nintendo Switch, offer in-game benefits such as unlocking special content and training AI-controlled fighters, making them popular collectibles within the Nintendo community.

Pyra & Mythra, the latest entries from Xenoblade Chronicles 2, hit store shelves in July 2023 and sold out rapidly, highlighting the strong demand for these exclusive Nintendo collectibles. In a statement during the Nintendo Direct, Nintendo confirmed that with Sora’s figure, every character in Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate will now have an amiibo representation.

This milestone is a testament to the game’s enduring popularity and the culmination of extensive collaboration among Nintendo, Sora Ltd., and other partner studios involved in the series. Players eager to add Sora to their amiibo collection are encouraged to act quickly once pre-orders open, as past releases like Pyra & Mythra have demonstrated that supply can be limited due to high demand.

The Sora amiibo will join the ranks of over 80 figures, solidifying Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate as the first game in the franchise to offer a complete amiibo line-up for every character on the Nintendo Switch. With this final release, Nintendo brings closure to one of its most ambitious collectibles initiatives, giving both amiibo enthusiasts and Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate fans a reason to celebrate heading into 2024.

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