Nintendo's latest 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons has introduced a substantial collection of Splatoon-themed items to the beloved life simulation game. The crossover content includes 28 exclusive items ranging from furniture and clothing to decorative accessories, all inspired by Nintendo's colorful ink-shooter franchise.
Unlike standard catalog items, these Splatoon rewards are locked behind Amiibo compatibility, requiring players to scan compatible figures before accessing the new content through the game's shopping system.
28 new Splatoon items available
How to Unlock Splatoon Items
Accessing the Splatoon furniture collection requires specific steps through the game's Amiibo scanning functionality. Players must first obtain any compatible Splatoon Amiibo figure from the extensive lineup released across the franchise's history.
To begin the unlocking process:
- Visit the Resident Services building on your island
- Interact with the Nook Stop terminal
- Select Invite a Camper from the menu options
- Tap your Splatoon Amiibo when prompted
Alternatively, if your campsite already has a visitor, players can head to Brewster's cafe (The Roost) and use the Amiibo phone to scan their figure there instead. This flexibility ensures players can unlock content regardless of their current island status.
Once scanned, the entire Splatoon catalog becomes immediately available through the Nook Shopping service, accessible via either the Nook Stop terminal or the Nook Shopping app on your in-game phone. All items appear under the Promotional tab alongside other crossover content like the recently added Zelda items and Lego furniture.
Scan any Splatoon Amiibo to unlock
Complete Splatoon Item Collection
The 3.0 update introduces an impressive variety of Splatoon-inspired content spanning multiple categories. The collection includes furniture pieces, clothing items, headgear, wallpaper, and flooring options, allowing players to create fully themed rooms or outdoor spaces.
Furniture and Decorative Items
- Big Man bench - 3,330 Bells
- Crab Tank - 2,500 Bells
- Golden Egg - 1,500 Bells
- Splatfest sign center panel - 1,000 Bells
- Splatfest sign left panel - 1,000 Bells
- Splatfest sign right panel - 1,000 Bells
- Splatoon locker - 1,350 Bells
- Splattershot - 700 Bells
- Squid bumper - 1,000 Bells
- Squid jukebox - 2,000 Bells
- Super Sea Snail - 1,500 Bells
Recreate Splatfest atmosphere
Headgear and Accessories
- Smallfry headband - 1,500 Bells
- Inkling head - 2,000 Bells
- Octoling head - 2,000 Bells
- Ink tank - 2,500 Bells
Clothing Options
- Frye top - 1,200 Bells
- Hero Suit Replica - 3,333 Bells
- Shiver top - 1,200 Bells
- Squidmark Sweat - 2,000 Bells
- Takoroka Nylon Vintage - 2,300 Bells
- Tri-Shred Tee - 2,000 Bells
- Inkling shorts - 1,200 Bells
Footwear Collection
- Cyan Trainers - 1,800 Bells
- Force ReBoots - 2,000 Bells
- Hero Boot Replicas - 3,333 Bells
- Pink Trainers - 1,800 Bells
Room Customization
- Eeltail Alley wall - 3,000 Bells
- Tricolor Turf War flooring - 3,000 Bells
The pricing structure ranges from affordable accessories like the Splattershot at 700 Bells to premium items like the Hero Suit Replica and Hero Boot Replicas at 3,333 Bells each, offering options for players at various stages of their island development.
[IMAGE: Splatoon clothing items on Animal Crossing character | Alt: Animal Crossing character wearing complete Splatoon Hero Suit outfit | Caption: Dress like an Inkling agent]
Compatible Amiibo Figures
Nintendo has ensured broad compatibility with the Splatoon Amiibo lineup, accepting every figure released throughout the franchise's history. This extensive compatibility means collectors and casual fans alike can unlock the content with figures they may already own.
The Amiibo also serve a secondary function by allowing players to invite two exclusive Splatoon-inspired villagers to their islands: Viche and Cece. Different figures unlock different villagers, though some work for both.
Viche-Compatible Amiibo
- Inkling (Super Smash Bros.)
- Inkling Girl (Orange, Lime Green, Neon Pink)
- Inkling Boy (Blue, Purple, Lime Green)
- Inkling Squid (standard, Orange, Purple)
- Pearl (standard and Side Order)
- Inkling (Yellow)
- Frye
- Marie (Alterna)
Cece-Compatible Amiibo
- Callie (standard and Alterna)
- Marina (standard and Side Order)
- Octoling Girl
- Octoling Boy
- Octoling (Blue)
- Smallfry
- Shiver
Dual-Compatible Amiibo
- Big Man (unlocks either Viche or Cece)
This flexibility ensures players can choose which villager to invite based on their preferences, though the furniture collection unlocks regardless of which specific Amiibo is scanned.
What This Means for Players
The Splatoon crossover represents Nintendo's continued commitment to expanding Animal Crossing: New Horizons with fresh content that bridges its various gaming franchises. Following the successful Sanrio collaboration from the 1.9.0 update, these crossover items have become a popular way to personalize islands with recognizable Nintendo properties.
For players interested in the latest gaming news, this update demonstrates how Nintendo continues supporting its flagship titles with meaningful content additions that celebrate the company's broader gaming ecosystem. The Amiibo requirement also drives interest in Nintendo's collectible figure line, creating value for both new and existing collectors.
The update arrives alongside other significant additions to the game, including a new hotel facility run by Kapp'n's family, additional storage upgrades, and various quality-of-life improvements that enhance the overall island management experience.
Create Splatoon-themed spaces
Update 3.0 Context
The 3.0 update marks one of the most substantial content drops for Animal Crossing: New Horizons since its initial release. Beyond the Splatoon items, players gained access to Legend of Zelda furniture (also Amiibo-locked), Lego-themed items, and the aforementioned hotel facility that introduces new gameplay mechanics around room decoration and guest management.
These crossover items join a growing catalog of promotional content that allows players to express their fandom for other Nintendo franchises within their island paradise. The update's timing coincides with renewed interest in the game as players return to explore new features and redecorate their islands with fresh content.
For completionists and collectors, acquiring all crossover items has become a new endgame objective, with the Amiibo requirement adding an additional layer of engagement for those willing to invest in the physical figures. The items can be cataloged and reordered after initial purchase, making it easier to create multiple themed areas across an island.
Source: Gamespot
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need every Splatoon Amiibo to unlock all the items?
No, you only need to scan one compatible Splatoon Amiibo figure to unlock the entire collection of 28 items. Once scanned, all items become available for purchase through the Nook Shopping service under the Promotional tab. The different Amiibo figures only affect which villager (Viche or Cece) you can invite to your island.
Can I get Splatoon items without owning any Amiibo?
Unfortunately, the Splatoon items are exclusively locked behind Amiibo functionality and cannot be obtained through normal gameplay, trading with other players, or catalog ordering from friends. You must scan a compatible Splatoon Amiibo figure to unlock access to these items in your own game.
Where do I find the Splatoon items after scanning an Amiibo?
After scanning your Splatoon Amiibo, open the Nook Shopping service either through the Nook Stop terminal at Resident Services or via the Nook Shopping app on your in-game phone. Navigate to the Promotional tab where you'll find all 28 Splatoon items available for purchase alongside other crossover content like the Zelda and Lego items.
