Discover the Magic of Animal Crossing: New Horizons!

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a life simulation game developed by Nintendo EPD and published by Nintendo. It was released on March 20, 2020, for the Nintendo Switch and has become the best-selling game in the Animal Crossing series, with over 47 million copies sold as of December 2024.

Gameplay Overview

• Setting: Players start on a deserted island after purchasing the "Nook Inc. Deserted Island Getaway Package" from Tom Nook. The island can be developed into a thriving community as players progress.
• Activities: The game offers various activities such as collecting resources (wood, fruit, fish, bugs), crafting items, decorating the island, and interacting with anthropomorphic villagers.
• Customization: Players can fully customize their characters and the island itself, including terraforming features to create cliffs, rivers, and more.
• Currency: The game uses two currencies: Bells for general purchases and Nook Miles, which can be redeemed for exclusive items and services.

Features

• Multiplayer: Supports up to four players locally and eight players online, allowing friends to visit and interact with each other's islands.
• Seasonal Changes: The game's environment changes with real-world seasons, offering seasonal activities and items.
• Updates: Nintendo has released several updates, adding new features and content to the game, with the final major update being version 2.0 in November 2021.

Reception

• Critical Success: New Horizons received positive reviews for its customization options, relaxing gameplay, and the ability to build and manage a personal island paradise.
• Commercial Success: It is the second best-selling Nintendo Switch game, behind Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and has been praised for its appeal to both new and veteran players.