Amiibo

amiibo is a line of near field communication devices available for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U systems. They utilize figures based on iconic Nintendo characters, as well as third-party developer characters. amiibo figures must be tapped on the Wii U GamePad, 3DS peripheral, or New 3DS touch screen in order to interact with a compatible game.

The Legend of Zelda amiibo
Four amiibo based on their  appearance are set to be released during 2014 and 2015.

In, using either the Link or Toon Link amiibo will unlock the Link Racing Suit usable by the Mii character. In Super Smash Bros. for Wii U, using an amiibo creates a in-game version of the character figure tapped. The amiibo can be trained, leveled up, and customized in order to be used in battles against other amiibo or human players. In, using either the Link or Toon Link amiibo for the first time will unlock the Spinner as a weapon type for Link, and subsequent uses will result in a weapon rated 3 stars or higher. Using the Zelda or Sheik amiibo will also result in a random weapon rated 3 stars or higher. Using an amiibo not from the Zelda franchise will result in either a random weapon rated 3 stars or lower, or random Materials or Rupees of various amounts. A reward, regardless the type, may only be awarded once per day for a single amiibo. There is also a limit of only five amiibo rewards allowed total per day. A Medal is rewarded after receiving 100 amiibo rewards.