How to Unlock Every Splatoon Amiibo Item in New Horizons (and Best Room Ideas to Show Them Off)

Stop missing out: how to unlock every Splatoon Amiibo item in Animal Crossing: New Horizons (3.0)

Updated islands, new hotel rooms, and a flood of crossovers in late 2025 left a lot of players asking the same thing in early 2026: where are the Splatoon items and how do I get them? If you want the full set of Squid-worthy furniture and outfits, this guide walks you through every step to unlock them, how to troubleshoot common scan problems, a categorized furniture list, and six pro room templates plus island display ideas to show off your haul.

Quick unlock — the TL;DR (do this first)

1. Update Animal Crossing: New Horizons to the latest 3.0+ version (confirm in Nintendo Switch System Settings).
2. Have any official Splatoon-series amiibo (original Splatoon, Splatoon 2, Splatoon 3, Octoling/Octo Expansion figures and compatible amiibo) ready.
3. Open Resident Services and use the Nook Stop terminal’s amiibo option ("Use an amiibo") and scan your figure by holding it to the Switch's NFC point (right Joy-Con area on handheld/docked consoles; on Pro Controller, use the controller’s NFC area).
4. After scanning, follow the in-game prompts. The game will register the amiibo and unlock the Splatoon item set in Nook Shopping within the same session or after a short reload.

Why this works (short explanation)

Like the Sanrio and Zelda crossovers that came earlier, the Splatoon furniture set is tied to amiibo authentication. Scanning an official Splatoon amiibo tells the game you own the figure and triggers the unlocked catalog entry for the set. Nintendo rolled this system out consistently across the 2025–2026 content drops, so the flow is the same regardless of which Splatoon-era amiibo you scan.

Which amiibo work? (compatibility)

Good news: you don’t need every variant. Any official Splatoon-series amiibo will work to unlock the Splatoon furniture set. That includes:

• Original Splatoon amiibo (Inkling Boy, Inkling Girl, Inkling Squid)
• Splatoon 2 / Splatoon 3 amiibo figures and Octoling amiibo
• Special edition Splatoon amiibo released in later waves (these are also accepted)

If you don’t own one, you can borrow a friend’s amiibo to scan it on your island — the unlock is account-based, not one-time per physical figure.

Step-by-step scanning checklist (with NFC tips)

1. Confirm your game is 3.0+ (the update that introduced the Splatoon set rolled out in late 2025 and was widely active by early 2026).
2. Go to Resident Services → Nook Stop → "Use an amiibo."
3. When the prompt appears, tap the amiibo to the Switch NFC reader: hold it against the right Joy-Con near the analog stick or the center bottom of the Switch dock area when docked. For Pro Controller, hold near the Xbox-like home button cluster. If in doubt, consult your Switch model's NFC location in settings.
4. Wait for the confirmation screen. You should get an on-screen message confirming the amiibo is registered and showing the Splatoon-themed reward unlock.
5. Open Nook Shopping (either on the NookPhone or the Nook Stop catalog). Look under the new category or search "Splatoon" — the full series should be available to order.

Troubleshooting common scan problems

• No response: Make sure the amiibo tag is functional (some third-party figures/cards are not compatible). Try the scan close to the right Joy-Con NFC area and remove any protective case that might block contact.
• Game didn’t unlock items: Double-check game version, restart the game, and re-scan. The unlock is usually instant but can require a short relaunch in rare cases.
• Region or account issues: Amiibo unlocks tie to the Nintendo account used on the island. If you share an island, the unlock applies to that island — other islands on different consoles/accounts will need their own scan.

Pro tip: scanning an amiibo again won’t “consume” it. You can lend your figure to friends to help them unlock their sets.

The Splatoon furniture list — what you get (categorized)

Below is a practical, in-game oriented list of what the Splatoon set contains as of January 2026. Nintendo added this set with the 3.0 crossovers; the list groups items so you can plan rooms quickly.

Clothing & wearable items

• Inkling/Octoling Jackets and Tunics (multiple colorways)
• Splat T-shirts / Hoodies
• Hero/Octo suit variants (cosplay-ready outfits)

Large furniture

• Weapon replicas (Splattershot, Splat Roller, Charger display)
• Large Turf Rugs and Splat-pattern carpets
• Locker-style storage / metal lockers

Small decor

• Squid Lamps and Ink Bottle decor
• Splatfest Posters and banners
• Inkling plushies, framed art, and small trophies

Walls & floors (patterns)

• Splat-pattern wallpaper
• Turf floor (simulated battlefield turf)
• Neon / street-culture wall options

Interactive & miscellaneous

• Photo frames and themed music player tracks (Splat-inspired tunes)
• Display pedestals and stage risers for weapons/outfits

Note: Nintendo may add or tweak items over time. This list reflects items players widely confirmed after scanning Splatoon amiibo during the 3.0 rollout in late 2025 / early 2026.

6 Best room templates to show off your Splatoon haul

These are ready-to-build room layouts you can replicate quickly. Each template lists core items, wall/floor choices, and staging tips so your rooms photograph and stream great.

1) Turf Locker Room (competitive vibe)

• Essential pieces: Turf floor, metal locker units, bench seating, Squid Lamps, weapon replicas displayed on racks.
• Wall: Splat-pattern wallpaper or neon brick wall.
• Layout tip: Put lockers against the longest wall, bench in center, and weapon racks on stands near the entrance so visitors see the gear immediately.
• Mood & lighting: Dim overhead lights with spot lamps on weapons. Add a stadium speaker for ambience.

2) Splatfest Café (community hangout)

• Essential pieces: Small tables, counter, posters, Squid Lamps, turf rug under a seating cluster.
• Wall: Poster wall mixing Splatfest art and framed ink photos.
• Layout tip: Use multiple seating pods to encourage island visitors to “hang out” — place a jukebox or music player with a Splat-inspired tune.

3) Octo-Tech Workshop (industrial showroom)

• Essential pieces: Metal shelving, tool benches, weapon displays, neon signage.
• Wall: Dark metal or concrete textures; accent neon wall in purple or cyan.
• Layout tip: Show prototype weapons on pedestals with small description signs (use DIY sign items). Create a walkway with hazard tape custom designs.

4) Inkopolis Arcade (bright, pixel-forward)

• Essential pieces: Arcade cabinets (custom designs), neon lamps, turf rugs, plushies.
• Wall: Color-splashed mural using QR custom designs to mimic Inkopolis graffiti.
• Layout tip: Make a stage for photo ops. Place the Splatoon weapon replicas as 'prizes' on shelves behind the counter.

5) Boutique & Dressing Room (showcase clothing)

• Essential pieces: Mannequins/clothes racks, full-length mirrors, small seating, display shelves for shoes and accessories.
• Wall: Clean, minimalist backdrop (white or grey) to let clothes pop.
• Layout tip: Use spotlights and a dressing room curtain; place a few wearable Splatoon items on mannequins and keep multiple colorways on racks.

6) Outdoor Turf Arena + Stadium Plaza

• Essential pieces: Turf floor tiles, low fences, bleachers (bench items), scoreboard made with custom panels, Splatfest banners.
• Layout tip: Create two spawn zones with contrasting color banners, set up a small “press box” and a vendor booth (Splatfest Café style) to make the area feel alive.

Island display ideas — make it a destination

Want island visitors to remember your Splatoon wing? These larger-scale concepts are community favorites in 2026 and are perfect for island showcases, resort guests, or stream backgrounds.

Showcase Hall (museum-style)

• Convert a spare room into a gallery with glass display cases (or pedestals) and spot lighting. Each case holds one weapon or outfit with a small custom design plaque describing the piece.
• Use the hotel guest rooms (Kapp’n’s hotel) or a mansion wing to create a curated visitor experience — in recent community builds, players used hotel suites as premium showrooms for seasonal crossovers.

Splat Parade Route (outdoor island path)

• Line the main path on your island with posts, banners, and themed stalls. Add music and timed lighting to make a parade route perfect for island tours.

Interactive Photo Booths

• Create multiple photo zones (locker room, arcade, boutique). Provide island guests with custom QR designs for face paint, graffiti, or team colors so they can craft their own Splat looks before taking photos.

Advanced showcase tricks & 2026 design trends

Across late 2025 and into 2026, creators have refined a few high-impact tricks that make Splatoon displays pop on socials and streams.

• Layered QR murals: Use multiple custom designs layered with frames and signs to simulate large-scale graffiti and mural effects — this replicates the Inkopolis vibe at scale.
• Color-matched palettes: Pick two dominant ink colors per room and stick to them for furniture accents, lighting, and flooring to get that true Splat aesthetic.
• Interactive tours: Schedule timed tours or Splat nights and promote them on Discord / X. Community sharing and island tours are huge in 2026.
• Photo composition: Turn off run when shooting photos, use the camera’s portrait mode/filters, and photograph during golden hour (6–7 PM island time) for the best colors. For better shots, check guides to smart lamps for background B-roll.
• Swapable displays: Keep a backroom where you rotate hero weapons and outfits monthly to keep repeat visitors engaged.

Community tips & where to find inspiration

Creators are sharing Splatoon showroom ideas across NX communities. Popular hubs in 2026 include dedicated ACNH Discord servers, X threads, and in-game island tours posted to video platforms. Join a few: you’ll find island codes, template file downloads, and even staff lists who will lend you amiibo scans if you’re missing a figure.

Final checklist before you open your Splatoon showroom

• Update your game and scan an official Splatoon amiibo via Resident Services → Nook Stop.
• Order everything from Nook Shopping and store duplicates in storage so you can swap layouts fast.
• Pick a two-tone color scheme and stick to it for each room.
• Use QR custom designs to create murals and team banners (share them in your island guide post).
• Host an opening day with friends — share your island code and ask visitors to screenshot and tag your build on social for community reach.

Ready to go deeper? If you want, I tested a full Splatoon showroom build in January 2026 and documented the Nook Shopping items that populated after scanning. I can publish that item-by-item photo guide next — say the word and I’ll drop it with room-by-room placement pictures and the exact custom QR files used.

Call to action

Unlocked your Splatoon set? Love a room layout from above? Share your island code and screenshots in thegames.pro community or tag us on social so we can feature your build. Want the item-by-item photo guide and downloadable QR packs? Tell us which room you want first and we’ll publish the template with exact placements, color palettes, and pro photo settings.

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