Customer Ratings & Reviews

This game is great for everyone. Being able to set furniture outside opens up many possibilities to build your dream island. The environment is very calming. The sound design is great! Feels like you’re there at the island. Expanding your island with new villagers and shops is very satisfying. Watching it all come together as the the ideas keep flowing. However I wish the face design was around the whole face. This game is a laid back and expressive game. The more creative your ideas are, the more fun you will have. And the ideas come naturally with all the tools you are provided. You’ll get even more tools later in the game. The developers really put a lotta effort. You can customize almost everything even tiny details on cups and plates and stuff. Sucks that the data is ties to the switch. Other than that, it’s awesome! :)

I am literally obsessed with this game! I don’t sleep playing this game! It’s fun, relaxing, creative, and we can play with actual friends. The amiibos are everything and there is just so much to do!

Looking for the ultimate time-killer everyone in the family can pickup and play? Look no further! If you've ever played an Animal Crossing, the latest iteration in the series is a no-brainer purchase which expands on everything the previous games have done to date. If you're new to the series, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. It's an honest question which can't be answered unless you give the game a try - and then you can expect to pour 100 hours or better into "beating" the main objective. However, there's no push to do anything you don't want to with this game, which is the main appeal. You can pick it up, spend ten minutes or ten hours with it - then pass of the Switch to your spouse or one of the kids (I have a six-year-old who is a whiz at it). Highly recommended.

This is my first animal crossing game and I'm obsessed. It's very relaxing, yet tons of fun, and it's been played every day so far since release. The only flaw I've come across so far is the approach to multiple users and co-op play. Most people are aware that the premise of this game is that you move to a deserted island and make it your home. A drawback for a lot of people is that there is only ONE island per Nintendo Switch. This means if you have several people who want to play the game on the same system, they will all live on the same island. I was aware of this going in, and was fine with it. My girlfriend and I have been creating and living on pur island together and it's great. However, not all island residents seem to be created equal. The first user who boots up the game and creates a character gets the title of "Resident Representative". This person carries most of the authority for the progression of the island. Only they will be able to take tasks, place new buildings, and choose where to put things like bridges and ramps. For my situation, this hasn't been a big issue as my girlfriend and I play and make the decisions together, it's just that she needs to be the one to put those decisions in place. It leaves my character feeling like just another resident, a little less important to the island. So, naturally, one would start to want their own island, one where they have the main authority over everything. And then you remember that's impossible. One island per Switch. That's the rule, and it doesn't seem likely to change. So let's say one day my girlfriend gets her own Switch and wants her own island too. Then I could have my own island on my Switch too, but it would have to be at the cost of deleting our joint island, which we've both grown attached to already. The game is thoroughly enjoyable, but I think people should be aware of potential problems when it comes to multiple island residents and save files.

Fun game with no real objective but day to day fun and overall using your creativity. The villagers are cute and fun to try and get new ones. Thanks to being home all the time I’ve log more hours than i care to admit. Definitely buy!

These games were never on my radar, I play shooters and rpg's mainly like the Witcher and the like. My wife got into and convinced me to try it. I am loving it so far and initially wrote it off as something I wouldn't like. If you enjoy games such the Sims, pokemon, and games such as minecraft or terraria that require collecting, tons of loot and crafting you will enjoy this. While there is no true combat other than the occassional wasp nest or turantula, there is a ton of customization and charm. For me, I listen to a podcast in my headphones and play this with sound off as a way to unwind and relax before bed. It is very open-ended and lets you to play the way you want. For me I love the farming and gardening as well as the collecting of rare bugs, my wife loves the decorating and customizations aspect.

I questioned if this game was worth its price at first. I spent the first month of having it not playing it, but now I can’t stay away. It’s like the sims but cuter. Great for kids and adults. It’s a relaxing mind game.

I don't have any complaints about this game. It's exactly as I knew it was going to be. Adorable, fun, and easy. So much to do and I'm excited to do it all! Have been playing for almost a month now and loving it.

[Employee of bestbuy] Awesome game. Fun for anyone no matter what age. Highly reccomend

Been waiting a long time for this one. Endless amounts of fun await in this game. Nice to have an Animal Crossing on the switch. Plenty to do, plenty to see. The art/graphics looks great. Will provide entertainment for years to come.

Great graphics. Easy to play. Their speech is kind of annoying though. Overall, its a good game. A lot of walking lol.

Perfect for kids and adults. My wife and my 4 year old daughter love to spend rainy days in at home growing flowers, collecting bugs, and building their town. But don't be fooled, this is not a kids game. My daughter can't read, and even if she could there is a LOT of text when it comes to learning how these work around the island. But once we explain what needs to be done she gets the hang of it. We are grateful for this game bringing us all a little closer together as we work towards completing bug, fossil, and fish collections at the museum, laying down roads to connect our houses, and helping the other islanders solve their problems. Animal Crossing has always been great and this entry is no exception.

You do the things you’ve been asked to do. You can’t leave your house, you can’t go riding with the boys, but you know what you can do? Spend some time with yourself and this game allows you to do just that. It’s great when your boy or girl is acting out while your kids are screaming goo goo gaah gaah and your just need a little bit of time to yourself. Isabelle aint goin ask you where’s the milk or if you spent your stimulus check on cigarettes. She’s just gonna ask you if you wanna eval your island. Best game of the year. If I could, I’d marry Isabelle. She don’t want nothin. Just my time. Oh and the bag of bells are nice too.

Lots of content and stuff to do. Its definitely a bit different than the older AC games but is still enjoyable and fun.

I love this game. This is my first time playing animal crossing and i recommend it for all. It’s so relaxing to explore the island, make friends with the islanders, and collect items. This is a good game to play with friends as well.

So much content here. This game is perfect for casual gamers. Very relaxing and so much to do, especially when you play with friends and family. Highly recommended for anyone, except possibly more hardcore gamers.

Super fun game! I bought it because my kids and nephew loved playing it so I thought I’d give it a try...well, completely invested now! LOL it’s a calm relaxing fun little game where you grow and groom your own island.

Bought as a gift that has been played non stop since

I've been a long time fan of animal crossing and have played all of the previous entries, but new horizons keeps it fresh. Plenty of new features have been added in, like having more control than ever over decorating the outside of your island, new characters and events, and being able to craft items. The graphics and sounds are beyond detailed and charming, there's so much to enjoy. The game is relaxing and with so many activities and items to unlock, anyone can truly move at their own pace. The only real issues I have are with the online multi player feeling tedious with all of the ridiculous loading screens.

Animal Crossing has always been a fun relaxing game where you can escape reality and create your own space. In Animal Crossing: New Horizons there are plenty of quality of life upgrades but it still has the same feel. Some are trying to rush the game given the current circumstances, but it is a game that is not meant to be rushed. Patience is a big part of this game, so it might not be for everyone. Also, some may see the daily grind as busy work. However, for me ACNH is very relaxing and the hard work pays off in creating a really cool island. I'm one of those people that really enjoys checking off boxes, so this game is my cup of tea. I would highly recommend this game to anyone looking for something very low-key, but if you are looking for something action packed, I would look elsewhere.