Customer Ratings & Reviews

I anxiously waited for this game for so long and when I got it there was no looking back. It provided me something to do during these hard times and the game is just so beautiful. It makes New Leaf look so poorly made when it wasn’t at all. Don’t regret buying this!

This is my first Animal Crossing game, though I've known about the series and watched others play it since the beginning. Charming music, beautiful environments, and colorful characters, along with nearly endless possibilities for player and island customization make for a great experience whilst in quarantine. Just like in real life, I've got neighbors I love and hate, though unlike real life, it's apparently considered socially acceptable to bean one you dislike over the head with a bug-catching net. The hunt for the perfect neighbors is thrilling, and I've surprised myself by getting attached to characters I thought I would initially discard in order to make room for my top ten. Though the endgame is technically sprucing up your island enough to get the much beloved musician K.K. Slider to come to your island for a show, with how many hours you'll likely put in after the fact, it seems like all the events before then act as only an extended prologue. There's things to craft, events to play through, new characters to discover and greet, outfits and furniture to buy (not to mention the pricey home upgrades to store all these new things in), and, most importantly, a full island to customize to absolute perfection. The main negatives I would have to add would be that the slow menu and item selection system unchanged from past games can bog down game play, as can the tedious process of shopping, when most things can't be bought more than one at a time. When catching bugs or fish, the exact same unskippable animation and flavor text appear, making catching multiple a headache of impatiently mashing buttons to get on with it. I wish that it had been set up more like what happens when you pick up things like wood or fruit, where the game doesn't delay with with an unnecessary animation or description, it just lets you /pick it up/ and be done with it. Otherwise, if you're not big on slow, day-by-day gameplay, or you want something focused on hard action and conflict, this game probably won't be for you. Even though you can effectively blaze through the game by changing dates and times, the greatest sources of conflict you'll find yourself having is buying new things vs paying back loans, and trying your hardest to get that one stubborn neighbor you hate to move out. All and all, it's a family-friendly game with an easygoing playstyle, sure to have enough to do to keep anyone entertained for hundreds of hours.

The game is awesome if you like to play slow, single player rpg games. Games close to this would be terarria, minecraft, stardew valley. When it comes to multiplayer, the game is ok. There isint any much more to do with others than playing by yourself, and you're extremely limited in the interactions you get to have in other people's islands. Most you can do really is sell things in others' island, which is something you can already do on your own. There's an option to remove the restriction on people so they have full access to your island (to break rocks, chop trees down, etc) but again, theres not much point or incentive to that unless it's to help a new player accelerate the process of doing everything by themselves. Otherwise the game is great, charming, and as long as you have the time for it, it's great seeing your island grow, as well as visiting new, randomly generated islands to explore and find new specimens of bugs and fish to catch.

I could write a novel about this game, but I'll keep it short and sweet! As an Animal Crossing series lover, I was so excited to hear about the release of AC: New Horizons early this spring. The game is beautiful. The animation, the game mechanics such as crafting DIY recipes, creating clothing and island/town designs, customization, and literally every little detail make this game a true work of art. If you're reading this review, this is your sign to purchase this game!! ACNH is such a wholesome, relaxing, and therapeutic experience for all players. I highly recommend this game and the Nintendo Switch Online membership in order to access amazing online services and to view the gorgeous work from users all over the world. ACNH is my little escape from the stresses of daily life, and I could not ask for a better gaming experience. Nintendo truly hit it out of the park with this game. Thank you Best Buy!

It’s a great game I’m really enjoying it! Hope to buy more

Easy to download into my nintendo switch lite! Such a cute and addicting game

Everyone in the family enjoys this game, including our 5 year old. We even made a house and character for our 18 month old and they both get a kick out of it. The little pouch was a nice touch, our 5 year old keeps his bakugan in it. Must buy especially during the quarantine!

I’ve never played the old animal crossing games but I can understand why it’s so loved! The game is absolutely adorable and very fun. It’s simple however the attention to detail is amazing. Wouldn’t be good for younger kids since there is a lot of reading so keep that in mind!

This is my absolute favorite game to play on the switch. I love the endless possibilities to customize your island and so therapeutic to play. I highly recommend this game for those who own a Nintendo switch console.

This is my first Aninal Crossing game and when I bought it I honestly thought that I wouldn't like it. I was wrong. The game is just simple fun and easy to get into. It's slow at first but starts to pick up after a few days. A good way to spend time while everyone is at home

First off I have to say this game is quite addictive. I won't even say how many hours I have logged already ( it's triple digits) but I will say there is room for improvement. Nintendo needs to add in some mini-games to enhance the multiplayer/community aspect of the game.

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

I have played the Pocket Camp for a few years. This game is turning out to be just as fun.

Great game for home quarantine/telecommuting. All the classic AC things and then some. I thought I'd be on a deserted island but others came including the raccoons to rob me blind and think I'm building a place for more to come. There's no social distancing on the island.

This is hands down one of the most charming and relaxing games I’ve ever played. From the moment you arrive on your deserted island, the world feels like a peaceful escape. The graphics are adorable, the music is soothing, and the attention to detail in everything—from seasons to character interactions—is incredible.

I left my wife and kids for this game and I will say to you it is 100 percent worth it. The game looks and feels amazing. It feels like an upgraded new leaf. As well as the minor draw back is 1 island per switch but, if you leave your wife and kids thats not a problem.

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

This is a great game if you like something slow-paced and low-stress. I love the customization. So many cute clothes and furniture. Easy to play. It can get a bit stale over time, but sometimes you just want to log into your island and go fishing.

This is my first Animal Crossing I've put some time into. I gotta say I'm addicted! You're on a destination to a deserted island and you build a life there! Customize your home and collect items to put on your island!! Its a great escape during this Coronavirus epidemic!

One of my favorite games for the Switch. Just when you want something to help you unwind for the day. I kinda reminds me of Stardew Valley a bit except you aren't farming, it's more of a collecting/harvesting/fishing/bug hunting and fossil digging. You can plant flowers and trees but that's about it on the farming stuff. This game also has multiplayer to help each other out, you can play online with friends or couch co-op with family or friends on the same system on your TV. The only downside is multiple users playing this game on the same (One) Nintendo Switch will be using/sharing the same island; each user does not get their own island,it's weird they did this, and some people don't like this, but my wife and I have separate Nintendo Switches so that doesn't affect for us. Overall we both love playing this game, I may have to get a second copy now so we both can play together.