Animal Crossing: Wild World

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 335 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 270 out of 335
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 335
  3. Negative: 17 out of 335
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  1. JoeyPL5
    Nov 16, 2021
    8
    I didn't play this much as a kid, yet the little bit I played was really memorable. I just wish I was either smarter or the game did a better job of guiding stupid players into understanding what you're actually supposed to do in the game.
  2. Kobaru
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This game is so freaking good that i can only cry every time i start a new town.
    The intro scene is just so soothing and the experience with the villagers feels so real...
    Best game ever, no further objections.
  3. omniface
    Mar 7, 2021
    9
    copycat but less features compared to anch

    pros
    bell system
    nooks cranny added upgrades
    town hall services
    planting

    cons
    very few
  4. MiddleMufo
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    Descubrí la saga con este juego y me encantó, pase horas y horas junto a mis amigos intercambiando objetos y pasándolo genial.
  5. ninjaguy454
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing Wild World was a fan's dream for the franchise when it came out and I loved the original on GC. The idea of being able to play it on the go was something I could only dream about and seeing it come to fruition on the DS was incredible.

    Considering how early on this came out within the DS' lifespan it is a masterpiece by all means. Graphically, gameplay-wise, technically,    Animal Crossing Wild World was a fan's dream for the franchise when it came out and I loved the original on GC. The idea of being able to play it on the go was something I could only dream about and seeing it come to fruition on the DS was incredible.

    Considering how early on this came out within the DS' lifespan it is a masterpiece by all means. Graphically, gameplay-wise, technically, and with its music.

    Stylistic, casual, comforting are the notes that Wild World hits and if you want to just kick back and relax then this would have been the game for you/ I think now, the newer entries in the series would be more suitable, but it is worth saying that this game is a classic and has a special place in my heart.

    I'd go into further detail, but this game has been reviewed into exhaustion.    … Expand
  6. TheDSiscool
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    I see people complaining about how Resetti screams at you for not saving before powering down. I always liked this, because it made sure that I always saved, because that's how you're supposed to do it. You want to save your progress. I am personally of the opinion that this is the best game in the series.
  7. MadnessisRising
    Mar 6, 2019
    10
    After Pokemon HeartGold my all time favorite game for Nintendo DS. Spent so many hours catching all fish, bugs and much more.. God, the more i think about this awesome game the more possibility's come to my mind: digging for fossils, go to the housparty of your neighbours, design your own clothes... and, and, and..love everything in this game. Ahh wait there was one thing which was awful:After Pokemon HeartGold my all time favorite game for Nintendo DS. Spent so many hours catching all fish, bugs and much more.. God, the more i think about this awesome game the more possibility's come to my mind: digging for fossils, go to the housparty of your neighbours, design your own clothes... and, and, and..love everything in this game. Ahh wait there was one thing which was awful: Mr. Resetti!!!… Expand
  8. MayorElla
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    The map is mainly covered up by dirt and there are no holidays. I was less invested in this game than any other Animal Crossing game because of this. Wild World has great dialogue that makes this game worth buying for the price of pretty much nothing it brings nowadays.
    But what easily makes this the worst game in the series is the fact that MY BOY RON RESETTI ISN'T EVEN IN THIS GAME!    The map is mainly covered up by dirt and there are no holidays. I was less invested in this game than any other Animal Crossing game because of this. Wild World has great dialogue that makes this game worth buying for the price of pretty much nothing it brings nowadays.
    But what easily makes this the worst game in the series is the fact that MY BOY RON RESETTI ISN'T EVEN IN THIS GAME! WHAT A DISGRACE. Easily one of my favorite characters. Still an enjoyable game aside from that major issue.    … Expand
  9. wegie125
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    Honestly as much as I like new leaf, as well as feel that the features were way better in it, Wild world was a much bigger part of my childhood. It honestly all had to do with the timing of things though rather than the games. I remember all 3 of my brothers and I had a separate animal crossing and we would always be playing together and honestly those times made us so close. It astonishesHonestly as much as I like new leaf, as well as feel that the features were way better in it, Wild world was a much bigger part of my childhood. It honestly all had to do with the timing of things though rather than the games. I remember all 3 of my brothers and I had a separate animal crossing and we would always be playing together and honestly those times made us so close. It astonishes me that we would milk so many hours out of such a simple game doing such pointless stuff and somehow having so much fun. I really wish there was a way to see how much time was spent in each game on the original ds like there is on the 3ds because I spent so many hours on wild world. This game was a huge impact to see a game shift from a console to a handheld and be this amazing, I was so impressed by this game and it got me so hooked on the series that even today I am still waiting for a new animal crossing game to be released for the switch, please Nintendo… Expand
  10. MrTacoBob
    Sep 6, 2017
    9
    A fun little game that anyone could remember. Sure, in my opinion it's basically just the gamecube one but the graphics are worse but it's still a fun game and with the new multiplayer it makes it a bit better!
  11. NicM
    Sep 3, 2017
    9
    Game's beautiful. It doesn't have alot of things or action, but's great. Period. The game's beautiful, just go play it right now! Why aren't you playing it?!
  12. dibdom
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Graphics - 8
    Music - 10
    Gameplay - 9
    Content - 10
    Personal Fun - 10
    Difficulty - 1 .
  13. spudtat0
    Jul 6, 2016
    9
    What made this game so good, was that it was on the DS. This meant you could go anyway when bored, and just play. Most of the times, it's a great game to distract yourself from your own life (especially if your life was **** and just talk to some humanoid animals, because you didn't have any friends to talk to. Anyways, the main part of the game is to customise your house with furnitureWhat made this game so good, was that it was on the DS. This meant you could go anyway when bored, and just play. Most of the times, it's a great game to distract yourself from your own life (especially if your life was **** and just talk to some humanoid animals, because you didn't have any friends to talk to. Anyways, the main part of the game is to customise your house with furniture that you got randomly (some being rare) and expanding it. Just something you could play to kill time.… Expand
  14. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    Hmm I want to have animal crossing on a handheld. - Said someone from 2005. Well this game wild world will not let you down. The graphics look right the villagers look as cute as the original game was. Everything is great but it's not 100% perfect it's 99.99% perfect.
  15. SaltyNoodles
    Apr 4, 2016
    8
    I may be biased because I've played New Leaf first, but I definitely think that New Leaf is the superior game. That being said, Wild World isn't a bad game by any measurements, but it may be best for people who want to get into Animal Crossing but don't have a 3DS. It's still got a lot of cute and fun Animal Crossing charm to it, but being that it was on an older device than the newest ACI may be biased because I've played New Leaf first, but I definitely think that New Leaf is the superior game. That being said, Wild World isn't a bad game by any measurements, but it may be best for people who want to get into Animal Crossing but don't have a 3DS. It's still got a lot of cute and fun Animal Crossing charm to it, but being that it was on an older device than the newest AC game, the graphics and sound quality aren't as good, and I do find some things annoying like that characters that want to fish or catch bugs won't let me talk to them about anything else until I agree to do it and then go find them, especially in the winter when bugs are harder to find. But it's still a cute game.… Expand
  16. fijiboy
    Apr 21, 2014
    8
    really fun game, you are given so much freedom to do what you want to do, I just wish there was more to do because the only thing I really wanted to do is go fishing
  17. ThePatronGamer
    Nov 5, 2013
    9
    When I was to lazy to do anything in my world, I would go into this game to get some work done. It gave me the space to create a world that was comfy and fun. Fishing, Fossil hunting, Shopping, Decorating, and hanging out with friends were some of the many things this game offered.
  18. natneo
    Jul 17, 2013
    9
    Pick this one up if your looking for a open ended laid back game. No action, instead you'll find yourself watering flowers, Fishing, catching bugs, Interacting with your fellow villagers, buying cool items at Nook's Cranny. Definitely worth buying, Really fun. Picking fruit, Running errands, Mailing letters, And even breeding flowers is something you'll be doing in Animal Crossing: WildPick this one up if your looking for a open ended laid back game. No action, instead you'll find yourself watering flowers, Fishing, catching bugs, Interacting with your fellow villagers, buying cool items at Nook's Cranny. Definitely worth buying, Really fun. Picking fruit, Running errands, Mailing letters, And even breeding flowers is something you'll be doing in Animal Crossing: Wild World. If that sounds like fun, I'd go buy this right now.… Expand
  19. Chammy
    Feb 2, 2013
    9
    Awesome, funny, charming and fascinating. Every animal has a well outlined personality and their blabbering language is so much fun! The museum, the café, the constellations, the house decorations, the festivals... everything is so inspiring!
  20. WhiteTalpa
    Jan 19, 2013
    8
    This is a great game! The game has hours of amazing content and does a great job of making you play the game almost every day and make every time feel rewarding.
  21. Smileylivvie
    Oct 29, 2012
    9
    One of the best games on the DS! I have had animal crossing for a long time, and I went through phases of going on it constantly and then stopping for sometimes months or even years. You have your own character (girl/boy) you have your own home, and when you pay of your mortgage you get a bigger house. I think I am on the third biggest house. There are two shops (one clothes oneOne of the best games on the DS! I have had animal crossing for a long time, and I went through phases of going on it constantly and then stopping for sometimes months or even years. You have your own character (girl/boy) you have your own home, and when you pay of your mortgage you get a bigger house. I think I am on the third biggest house. There are two shops (one clothes one furniture), you get money from giving flowers, acorns, fish, money from trees, and anything you don't want; and so you can buy things from that. There are contests and tournaments, and a sale in each house to buy things from each others houses, you can hook up with your mates, and get mail from places and people. There are about 4 different houses to start off with, but then more people come and leave, and you end up having about 8. After being on it for a long time, you get bored with your village and decide to move, but you basically then start again. When I first got it, I had to buy a new animal crossing because it wouldn't let me log into my account, it was on someone elses random village. The one problem is, is that if you forget to save in your bed, you get a big telling of by a mole! If you get told off about 5 times, he starts asking you to say sorry over 15times, so I suggest you remember to save before turning off!I would definitely recommend this to any child! great DS game!… Expand
  22. Anana
    Jun 2, 2012
    10
    This is one of the most addictive games I've ever played. The music is wonderful, and if you're sick is one of the most friendly games. It has an especial humor and a lot of things to do! It is very relaxing, i can't wait to animal Crossing 3D!
  23. Yoshipie
    Dec 14, 2011
    10
    So cute, original characters. It is inevitable that the Nintendo team has put years of hard effort in it to make this such a great breakthrough. Very addictive, and you become very engaged with the little lives of the little residents of your town. Very charming. Probably the best Animal Crossing game of them all.
  24. Nick5414
    Oct 1, 2011
    10
    BEST game ever !
  25. ohaiKendyl
    May 20, 2011
    8
    Animal Crossing: Wild World is as addictive as ever now that it's in the palm of your hands. Pros: Lots to do, items to collect, and extras/secrets to unlock; Nintendo WFC makes for fantastic multiplayer value; ridiculously charming visuals; funny dialogue. Cons: It's missing a lot of valuable features from the GCN game, such as NES games.
  26. Rumblebeelove
    Jan 8, 2011
    8
    Best if played with a friend, and the more you have on here the more you will play. Colorful and cute, this game is well animated and easy to learn to play. There are tons of things to unlock, as well as items to obtain. It will keep you busy, but don't leave for too long or accidentally turn the power off without saving. They get mad at you and it is oddly funny when they do.
  27. Simaniac
    Dec 16, 2010
    8
    This is a very good game, with a fun free style ability to it.....................................................................macs forever!This is a very good game, with a fun free style ability to it.....................................................................macs forever! … Expand
  28. JackK
    Jan 25, 2010
    9
    Not bad. But it's very great! The only problem is that it's not much events like the game cube version. Overall it's good!
  29. BenP
    Sep 29, 2009
    10
    Omg!!! This game made like all my friends family buy it they all love it encluding me ...sure sometimes you might not have something to do ...but thats just telling you you need to have a little break...when you come back theres alwase something to do :D
  30. litzyh
    Sep 7, 2009
    9
    I loved the game! Sure trying to get the big house took forever, but whenever one of my friends talked about how they cheated to get the big house it jut made me mad, that's why I never used a code.
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Awards & Rankings

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#7 Best DS Game of 2005
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#2 Most Discussed DS Game of 2005
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#6 Most Shared DS Game of 2005

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 57
  3. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. G4 TV
    80
    While none of these issues hold the game back from a playability standpoint, Wild World is closer to an enhanced port than an extravagant sequel.
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  2. DarkStation
    90
    Nintendo ports over the hugely addictive GameCube sim, and adds more features and online play to the DS. A definite addition to your DS gaming library.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    90
    About living the life of a cute animal in real-time. The imaginative gameplay is as delightfully Nintendo-like as ever. Sit back and relax either on your own or with friends. [Mar 2006]
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