The Exciting ACNH 3.0 Update: Bringing Zelda to Your Island

If you’re a fan of Nintendo games, you’re in for a treat with the recent 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons (ACNH), which launched in January 2026. This update has introduced a plethora of new crossovers, including a treasure trove of items and characters from The Legend of Zelda series. If you’re eager to enhance your island with the charm of Hyrule, let’s delve into the details of how to unlock these exciting features.

How To Get the Zelda Villagers

Among the most thrilling aspects of the update is the ability to invite Zelda-themed villagers to your island. Specifically, fans of Tears of the Kingdom can now welcome either Tulin or Mineru as residents on their islands.

To initiate this process, you’ll need to scan Zelda amiibo at the Nook Stop located in Resident Services. Here’s how it works:

1. Scan a Zelda Amiibo: Each amiibo corresponds to specific villagers from the Zelda universe. Depending on the amiibo you scan, you might unlock Tulin or Mineru.

1. Invite to Your Campsite: Once you scan the amiibo, you can invite the chosen villager to your campsite, similar to other villagers you’ve welcomed into your life in ACNH.

2. Interactive Greetings: After speaking to them a few times at your campsite and engaging in conversations, you can choose a current villager to replace after a few in-game days.

3. Finalize Their Move: They will officially move in the day after you convince them, adding their unique flair to your island.

Remember, the game will notify you if a villager is already camping for the day, giving you the option to swap villagers or wait.

How To Unlock Zelda-Themed Items

The 3.0 update isn’t just about adding new characters—there are 28 new Zelda-themed items for players to collect, ranging from clothing to furniture and home decor. However, they aren’t available by default; you have to unlock them first.

Steps to Unlock the Items

1. Scan any Zelda amiibo: As with the villagers, this is the gateway. Simply scan any amiibo from the Zelda series at the Nook Stop.

2. Access Nook Shopping: After scanning an amiibo, all 28 items become available in the Nook Shopping Catalog, specifically under the Promotion menu in the Special Items category.

1. Purchasing: You can buy these items using Bells, just like any other item from the catalog, and they’ll be shipped to your mailbox. However, players can only purchase five items each day.

2. Gift Items: If you know a friend who owns the amiibo but is currently unable to unlock the items themselves, they can gift you the items once you’ve unlocked them.

List of Notable Items

Fans of The Legend of Zelda will find a treasure trove of items that are both nostalgic and functional. Here are some highlights from the collection:

• Decayed Guardian: 3,000 Bells
• Master Sword: 5,000 Bells
• Heart Container: 2,000 Bells
• Rupee: 3,500 Bells
• Majora’s Mask: 2,500 Bells
• Champion Wig: 2,000 Bells

For clothing and accessories, you can find sweet outfits like the Link Outfit and Tulin Outfit, ranging from 1,200 to 2,300 Bells.

Interact and Decorate with Zelda Items

With all these items at your disposal, you can create a beautifully immersive Zelda-themed area on your island. Place the Goddess Statue under a cherry blossom tree, or arrange a cozy corner with the Fairy Bottle and Silent Princess to have your villagers enjoy. The possibilities are as vast as Hyrule itself!

Whether you’re embarking on new adventures with beloved characters or decorating your island with whimsical Zelda nostalgia, the 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons expands your gaming experience in delightful new ways. For fans of both franchises, this crossover is an opportunity not to be missed. Dive into the update, scan your amiibo, and let the magic of Zelda flourish on your island!