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Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
SKU: 5723316
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Customers find value in the game's delightful gameplay, rich content, and the creative freedom it offers players. Users frequently praise the overall performance and entertainment value, noting that the experience is both fun and easy to set up. While the product is highly regarded, some players have expressed concerns regarding the premium price point and the limitation of having only one island per console.

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Features
  • Build your community from scratch on a deserted island brimming with possibility

  • Create your personal getaway and customize your character, home, decorations, and even the landscape itself

  • Collect materials to construct everything from furniture to tools! Then, use what you create to give your island a personal touch

  • Watch as the time of day and seasons match real life—even your hemisphere! Each day holds potential for surprises and discoveries

  • Get to know the island residents, garden, fish, decorate, hunt for fossils, and more!

  • Show off your paradise – play on the same system with a total of 4 people**, or play together online* or over local wireless** for fun with up to 8 players

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Specifications
  • ESRB Rating
    E (Everyone)
    ESRB Descriptors
    Comic mischief
    ESRB Interactive Elements
    In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
    Compatible Platform(s)
    Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
    Software Format
    Physical
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Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers find value in the game's delightful gameplay, rich content, and the creative freedom it offers players. Users frequently praise the overall performance and entertainment value, noting that the experience is both fun and easy to set up. While the product is highly regarded, some players have expressed concerns regarding the premium price point and the limitation of having only one island per console.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Gameplay (8447)
  • Overall Performance (1833)
  • Fun (1322)
  • Ease of use (687)
  • Entertainment (216)
  • Island (58)
  • Price (58)

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    First Time Animal Crossing Player Here

    I’ve never played any of the Animal Crossing games before and a lot of people I knew were getting this game. I decided to get it as well. Best decision I made. (Even got my best friend addicted to it.) It’s a great game to play alone or even with friends. Learning the game was super easy. There is so much to do in the game and you can take your time doing it all. I’ve even heard there will be special events or something similar to that in the future. There’s even specific items that are seasonal items too. I do recommend this game (and I have to several of my friends as well.)

    Posted by Kaytee

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent game for casual play.

    This isn't a game for those looking for an end goal. This is more of a "go at your own pace" kind of game that lets you explore, and eventually build and customize your own little island. Your storage inventory can be a bit cramped without constantly upgrading your house space, so keep that in mind as you have to save up a considerable amount of bells to afford said upgrades. The game gives you lots of opportunities to earn the bells though. Usually through fishing, bug catching, or even turnip trading if you're clever and patient. The game works off of real-time and even has seasons depending on hemisphere (northern or southern). The game could be in winter in the middle of July if you went with southern, but most will go with northern as it better matches North American climates. The animals in the game are quite helpful at times, so be sure to check up on them often, and remember important events such as their birthdays. Just remember to play often. You don't have to play every day, but it is recommended to pop in often to see how the villagers are doing, and to do the daily tasks such as fossil digging, harvesting crafting materials, and checking what the stores have for sale. If you're a fan of any of the previous Animal Crossings, then you'll definitely want this one if you have a Switch!

    Posted by RichterEX2

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Another great success with Animal Crossing!

    I still play every single previous Animal Crossing game since their release day. New Horizons does not disappoint! It just looks so beautiful and the fact that you can share a joy-con or use another controller to play with other players is very awesome. There's so many things to do, like building, crafting, gardening, fishing, bug collecting, fossil hunting, fashion, & traveling. It's also an easy way to hang out with friends especially in this COVID-19 era. It's almost like The Sims but more kid friendly and very cute. I love it! My kids, friends and relatives all play it alone and together. 2 thumbs up!

    Posted by TechLuver

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great game!

    Fun game for all ages. You can pick easily play it for hours on end. It is also easy to pick back up after not playing for a while.

    Posted by EdwardD

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

    It’s missing some of the charming aspects from earlier iterations of the game, but it’s still a great game. Some people blow through the game by time traveling, trading, etc and then get bored. This is a slow game and it’s one of the things I love about it. I recently bought another copy because of the updates to digital games on the switch. My daughter and I play this together and I love using it as a way for us to bond. We’re 5 years into our islands and excited for the update that’s coming out in January.

    Posted by Bianca

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Pros for Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
Gameplay, Overall Performance, Fun, Ease of use, EntertainmentGameplay, Overall PerformanceGameplay, Overall Performance, Fun, Ease of use, EntertainmentOverall Performance, Gameplay, Entertainment Value
Cons for Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
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  • Is this game multiplayer?

    Yes, this game supports multiplayer mode.

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  • Does the game have in-game purchases?

    Yes, this game has in-game purchases.

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  • What type of software format is used?

    The software format is physical.

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  • How many Nintendo account holders can live on the same island?

    Up to eight Nintendo Account holders can live on the same island.

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  • Can multiple people play on the same island using one Nintendo Switch?

    Yes, up to four Nintendo Account holders can play on the same island at the same time using one Nintendo Switch system.

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