Ability outfits are what make Infinity Nikki unique. Your clothes aren’t just fashion statements. They’re tools that let you float, glide, catch bugs, groom animals, and more. Understanding abilities is essential for 100% exploration.
This guide covers every ability in the game, how to unlock them, and which outfits are best for each.
How Abilities Work
You can equip up to 8 abilities at once (plus the 2 default abilities). Access them through the Wardrobe menu under “Ability Setup.”
When you equip an ability outfit, you gain that ability. Switching outfits mid-exploration is common. You’ll constantly swap between floating, fishing, bug catching, etc.
Default Abilities
These two abilities are always available, no outfit required:
Floating
How to use: Jump, then press jump again mid-air
Your bread and butter for exploration. Floating lets you:
- Reach higher platforms
- Cross gaps
- Slow your descent
Every player has this from the start. Premium floating outfits add speed, distance, or special effects.
Purification
How to use: Attack button
Your combat ability. Use it to:
- Defeat Esselings (enemies)
- Collect Dew of Inspiration
- Perform plunging attacks
The basic version works fine. Premium purification outfits have better range and damage.
Unlockable Abilities
Animal Grooming
How to unlock: Heart of Infinity
Lets you clean animals and collect crafting materials. Approach a dirty animal and use the ability.
Best Outfits:
- Gentle Guidance (4★) - Faster grooming
- Basic Grooming Outfit (Free) - Gets the job done
Where to use: Found throughout Miraland, especially in Breezy Meadow
Bug Catching
How to unlock: Heart of Infinity
Catch insects for your collection and crafting. Approach a bug and use the ability.
Best Outfits:
- Premium Bug Catching outfit (4★)
- Basic Bug Catching Outfit (Free)
Where to use: Bugs are everywhere. Look near flowers, trees, and water.
Fishing
How to unlock: Heart of Infinity
Catch fish at designated fishing spots. Look for ripples in the water.
Best Outfits:
- Whispers of Waves (5★) - Better catch rates, exclusive fish
- Basic Fishing Outfit (Free) - Standard fishing
Where to use: Rivers, lakes, and ocean areas throughout Miraland
Cello Performance
How to unlock: Heart of Infinity
Play music to solve puzzles and interact with certain objects. Some doors and mechanisms only respond to music.
Best Outfits:
- Calming Tunes (4★) - Victorian-inspired design
- Basic Cello Outfit (Free)
Where to use: Music puzzles in Wishing Woods and other regions
Shrinking (Momo Control)
How to unlock: Heart of Infinity
This ability shrinks Nikki and lets you control Momo instead. Momo can:
- Squeeze through tiny openings
- Access hidden areas
- Interact with small objects
Best Outfits:
- Premium Shrinking outfit
- Basic Shrinking Outfit (Free)
Where to use: Essential in Wishing Woods. Look for small holes and passages.
Gliding
How to unlock: Heart of Infinity (later region)
Faster and longer-range than floating. Use it for covering large distances.
Best Outfits:
- Flutter Storm (5★) - Fastest gliding in the game
- Basic Gliding Outfit (Free) - Slower but functional
Where to use: Large open areas, mountain regions, Itzaland
Tail Swinging
How to unlock: Heart of Infinity
Swing from hooks to reach distant platforms. Look for glowing hook points.
Best Outfits:
- Premium Tail Swinging outfit
- Basic Tail Swinging Outfit (Free)
Where to use: Platforming sections throughout Miraland
Version 1.9+ Abilities
Recent updates added new abilities:
Planting
How to unlock: Version 1.9 content
Plant seeds and grow items. Used in specific farming areas.
Best Outfit: Flawless Vision (3★, free from 1.9)
Animal Inviting
How to unlock: Version 1.9 content
Attract animals to specific locations. Used for puzzles and collections.
Fish Keeping
How to unlock: Version 1.9 content
Maintain fish in designated areas. Niche but useful for completionists.
Construction
How to unlock: Version 1.9 content
Build and repair structures. Required for certain puzzles.
Best Outfit: Flawless Vision (3★, free from 1.9)
Version 2.0 Abilities
The Itzaland update added:
Star Gauze: Whimsicality
How to unlock: Shattered Splendor banner
Summons Shroomlings to dance with Nikki. More of a social/photo ability than practical exploration.
Ability Outfit Tiers
S-Tier (Must Have)
- Flutter Storm (Gliding) - Best mobility in the game
- Blossoming Stars (Floating) - Dash ability is game-changing
- Dance Till Dawn (Purification) - Makes combat trivial
A-Tier (Highly Recommended)
- Blooming Dreams (Floating) - Great stats
- Whispers of Waves (Fishing) - If you fish a lot
- Rainfall & Blossoms (Floating) - Optional dash control
B-Tier (Good to Have)
- Bubbly Voyage (Floating) - Best 4★ floater
- Gentle Guidance (Grooming) - Faster grooming
- Calming Tunes (Cello) - Required for puzzles
C-Tier (Free Works Fine)
- All basic ability outfits from Heart of Infinity
- Most 3★ ability outfits
Ability Setup Tips
Recommended Loadout
- Floating (always)
- Purification (always)
- Gliding (for long distances)
- Bug Catching (for collections)
- Fishing (when near water)
- Animal Grooming (for materials)
- Shrinking (for hidden areas)
- Cello (for puzzles)
Quick Swap Strategy
You can’t have every ability equipped at once. Here’s how to manage:
- Keep floating and purification always equipped
- Swap in abilities as needed based on your current area
- Use the wardrobe quick-access for fast swaps
Custom Ability Outfits (1.5+)
Version 1.5 added the ability to create custom outfits for each ability. This means you can:
- Use your favorite clothing pieces
- Maintain your style while using abilities
- Create themed outfits for each ability
Access this through Wardrobe > Ability Setup > Customize.
Unlocking All Abilities
Heart of Infinity Path
- Collect Whimstars throughout Miraland
- Spend Whimstars on ability nodes
- Prioritize abilities you need for current region
Recommended Unlock Order
- Floating (default)
- Purification (default)
- Animal Grooming - Early materials
- Bug Catching - Collections
- Fishing - More collections
- Shrinking - Wishing Woods access
- Cello - Puzzle solving
- Gliding - Late game mobility
- Tail Swinging - Platforming sections
Ability Comparisons
Floating vs Gliding
- Floating: Slower, more control, shorter distance
- Gliding: Faster, less control, longer distance
Use floating for precision platforming, gliding for travel.
Basic vs Premium Outfits
Premium ability outfits offer:
- Better styling stats
- Enhanced ability effects (sometimes)
- Unique animations
For pure functionality, free outfits work. For styling battles and aesthetics, premium is better.
Related Content
- Infinity Nikki Codes - Free rewards
- Infinity Nikki Beginner Guide - Getting started
- Outfit Tier List - Best outfits ranked
- How to Get Diamonds - Farm for pulls
