The new Ocarina of Time figures are nowhere to be found, but some of the best Zelda amiibo are back at Nintendo UK

The 40th‑anniversary Nintendo Direct unveiled a fresh Young Link and Zelda amiibo pair, yet the UK Nintendo shop still lists no pre‑order slots, despite daily checks by fans. The Ocarina of Time Link figure, part of the same lineup, briefly showed as in stock before flipping to “sold out” within minutes, underscoring a demand outpacing the limited allocation Nintendo has released for the region. Meanwhile, Nintendo has replenished a handful of legacy Zelda amiibo—Majora’s Mask Link (noted for its rare Goron‑mask accessory), Twilight Princess Link, and Skyward Sword Link—priced from £12.99, and even the Tears of Kingdom Mineru’s Construct with articulated arms. All of these figures retain their NFC functionality, allowing players to summon weapons, food, and materials in both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom on current Switch hardware and the upcoming Switch 2.

The restock pattern reflects Nintendo’s broader strategy to keep the amiibo ecosystem vibrant beyond the current Switch‑era heroes. By rotating classic‑era characters back into inventory, the company taps into nostalgia‑driven collector demand while avoiding oversaturation of the newer BOTW/ToTK models that dominate the market. This approach also cushions the impact of regional supply constraints; when a flagship figure like Ocarina of Time Link vanishes, the presence of older, still‑functional amiibo gives fans a usable alternative for in‑game bonuses. The move aligns with the wider collectibles market, where limited‑run releases generate hype but can frustrate overseas audiences, prompting secondary‑market price spikes and potential brand goodwill issues.

Looking ahead, the UK launch timing for the Young Link/Zelda duo will be a litmus test for Nintendo’s distribution agility. If pre‑orders remain absent while US shelves fill, the company may need to adjust regional allocation or accelerate shipments to quell reseller arbitrage. Collectors should monitor Nintendo’s official storefront for a sudden “available” status, as the rapid sell‑through seen with Ocarina of Time suggests any opening could disappear within minutes. Additionally, the restocked legacy amiibo could see price pressure on third‑party platforms, offering an opportunity for early buyers to flip for profit or for casual fans to finally secure a piece of Zelda history.