Animal Crossing

 GameCube
User Score
8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 205 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 179 out of 205
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 205
  3. Negative: 7 out of 205
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  1. Playtapus
    Feb 11, 2012
    10
    I was never disappointed by the game. It took a year of waiting for the DS version to come out to get old. The game thrust me into colorful characters, events, and randomness. It was an amazing experience and I love the customization. The newer games are great, but the originals are always the best as they introduce the true meaning of the series.
  2. ItsAllOgre5
    May 11, 2017
    10
    Still the best Animal Crossing. I know it lacks online play and all, but I feel that makes the whole game more personal. I enjoyed filling up museum and upgrading the house, as well as playing the NES games, especially during rainy days; I loved when it rained in both the game world and the real world. Too bad my save got corrupted a long time ago, but those memories will stay with me forever.
  3. WyattW.
    Oct 1, 2002
    10
    Great, one that will take forever to get old. A MUST BUY!
  4. Lamyaaadkins
    Nov 15, 2010
    10
    Honestly my husband was begging me to play and i always told him not yet or not now then suddenly one day i played and i figured out this game it's very real and exciting, you don't have any idea how much make me sit and play for hours.This is the GAME you need to play and share it with your kids. i give this game 10
  5. Killman
    Mar 9, 2011
    10
    Animal Crossing is still one of the most unique and charming games of the past decade. The amount of things to do, the real-time aspect, the overall design and the great collection portion wraps into a very addicting package. The graphics may not be fantastic or anything, but it fits the atmosphere of the game and fits it very well. If you have not yet tried it out, I suggest doing so soon.
  6. Blakenator
    Jan 19, 2013
    9
    A charming game for the GameCube, Animal Crossing offers addicting gameplay elements, a wonderful setting, and lovable characters to create a relaxing escape into a world where you are free to roam.
  7. VideoGameCritic
    Aug 5, 2013
    9
    Besides been the first life simulation other than the Sims that I have played. Animal Crossing was really enjoyable, the town you live in is really innocent, the towns people have emotions like actual people. The goal of the game is simple, the whole game is just trying to collect bugs, fish, fossils, and paintings that are all around your town. Things you collect go to the Museum firstBesides been the first life simulation other than the Sims that I have played. Animal Crossing was really enjoyable, the town you live in is really innocent, the towns people have emotions like actual people. The goal of the game is simple, the whole game is just trying to collect bugs, fish, fossils, and paintings that are all around your town. Things you collect go to the Museum first and anything you have left over goes to tom nook who runs a town shop. Tom nook is who gives your house upgrades and tools that you can use for cutting down trees, fishing and a net for bug catching. The game also has a lot of events that happen through out the year, also the real world and the in game time are both the same. They will have forth of July parties, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and any other holidays you can think off. The game has a lot to give, with more than one hundred hours of game play this game is worth a look at.… Expand
  8. obthegeek
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    i adore how unique this game is compared to the others. you can really feel the passion for this game oozing out of it. i love the much more aggressive and spontaneous villagers (because tbh new leaf's villagers have kinda wore off on me, as much as i love new leaf), i love the larger towns. i adore this game, probably as much as new leaf honestly.
  9. GamecubeLover
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    This is my favorite game besides sonic adventure 2. The graphics look adorable and it has a charm that no animal crossing can never have. Not even new leaf. The game aged 100% well and probably the best aging game ever created. It's my favorite nintendo series and I recommend you buying it. You'll be addicted to animal crossing once you play.
  10. Kefero
    May 7, 2021
    10
    I cannot express how amazing the original Animal Crossing for the Nintendo GameCube is. It's the definitive version of Animal Crossing, and will always be my favorite one. New Leaf, while a close round, doesn't have the same train feels as you get here. There's always something new here. The music is catchy and fun, along with amazing. 10/10.
  11. JetBlack
    Sep 21, 2002
    3
    Crapster.
  12. JonL.
    Apr 4, 2005
    6
    This game is weird. The fact the it has unlockable NES games is a good idea though.
  13. ArkonBlade
    Sep 1, 2011
    4
    i bought this game in the advice of a friend who just raved how great the game was and we usally like the same games. this how ever was not one of them . the game is basically like the sims to a point except feels like it was made for a 5 year old. i even gave the game a chance and played it for about 15 hours . all i did was get more and more bored of what i was doing which wasnt muchi bought this game in the advice of a friend who just raved how great the game was and we usally like the same games. this how ever was not one of them . the game is basically like the sims to a point except feels like it was made for a 5 year old. i even gave the game a chance and played it for about 15 hours . all i did was get more and more bored of what i was doing which wasnt much because ultimatley there isnt much to do in this game. i mean unless your idea of fun is collecting dinosaur bones , fish , butterflys, and doing delivery quests also collecting clothes and makin your house better looking . there is no fun gameplay at all . i wanted so bad to take that shovel and beat all the other anamals to death with it but it wouldnt let me >< . all i could do is send them threatening letters which i would only get a response to i couldnt understand your letter. i dont know whats hard to under stand when you tell them to "go die you jerky **** head moose" . the game is differnt ill give it that but its made for a very certain typ of person and i am not that person.… Expand
  14. GoldFishy
    Mar 27, 2020
    3
    Great game. But again, like every other review. It's 1 island per switch system! Which is ridiculous and player 2 literally cannot do anything on the island. Absolutely ridiculous if you ask me
  15. AlyssaT.
    Jan 3, 2003
    10
    This game is so... cool!!
  16. SpongebobSquarepants
    Mar 20, 2003
    10
    This is the most awesome (if slightly girly) game u can get! Give yourself a stupid name!Decorate your houz with sofas, tvs, toilets, plants and 100s more! Donate fossils to the museum! Write nasty letters! The possibilities are endless...
  17. Michael
    Aug 6, 2003
    10
    I disagree with the people that gave this game a low score. I think it is fun and entertaining. A must have for younger Gamecube owners.
  18. GothGal
    Jun 9, 2005
    10
    Absolutely the BEST!!! Even for teens its pretty kool.
  19. Catlyn
    Jan 28, 2007
    10
    This game is one addictive game, even my mom plays it like crazy. Plus young kids can play it without parents having to worry. The worst that could happen would be someone making fun of you for getting stung by a bee. Ha ha thats why it's a bad idea to shake trees.
  20. TamaraK.
    Oct 4, 2002
    10
    This is the most addictive, and fun game I think I have ever played. I actually bought my Gamecube JUST for this game. I know of at least one other person who has done the same thing after playing it for a few days.
  21. DerekN.
    Oct 8, 2002
    7
    I can definitely appreciate what Nintendo was going for with this game. They set out to make a simulation where you build your life in a small town. Depending on your standards, they achieved it. The thing I found most disconcerting, and ultimately disappointing, about this game is that you don't really leave any kind of impression on any of the townspeople that you live with. So, I can definitely appreciate what Nintendo was going for with this game. They set out to make a simulation where you build your life in a small town. Depending on your standards, they achieved it. The thing I found most disconcerting, and ultimately disappointing, about this game is that you don't really leave any kind of impression on any of the townspeople that you live with. So, all of the tasks that you end up undertaking for them end up being for nothing. I found there was little incentive for me to do anything for anybody since they'd forget about my good deeds the second I finished them. Sure, they'd give me a lame gift like paper or a shirt, but that's not enough. Overall, I wasn't looking for a very detailed game, and there IS a lot of stuff in this game, but in the end I was bored to tears and uninterested. A very interesting concept, though, and well made, for whatever that's worth.… Expand
  22. Axel
    May 19, 2003
    5
    It's ok. I don't see what the big fuss is. There are many other games for Game Cube that are much better than this.
  23. DanielM.
    Nov 2, 2004
    10
    Worth the wait, better than real life.
  24. RyanM.
    Feb 20, 2004
    8
    In this strange, unique, gamecube title lies a ton of innovation which will keep you occupied for years...literally. But that's if you can get past the unbelievable cuteness and awful graphics. This game has elements of fun, but how long will it last until you get bored of writing letters to chickens and pulling out weeds?
  25. MylesC.
    May 3, 2004
    9
    It's simple. This game kicks some major butt. Like some have mentioned, it can get somewhat slow at points and maybe even seem repetative. OK, to "Axel" and. Why would you compare it to other GCN games? Do you do that to cars? Do all other cars suck because the Ferrai Enzo rules? Huh? Punk! And to "[Anonymous]". You obviously haven't taken the time to play the game and see what It's simple. This game kicks some major butt. Like some have mentioned, it can get somewhat slow at points and maybe even seem repetative. OK, to "Axel" and. Why would you compare it to other GCN games? Do you do that to cars? Do all other cars suck because the Ferrai Enzo rules? Huh? Punk! And to "[Anonymous]". You obviously haven't taken the time to play the game and see what it has to offer have you? Anyways, I'm no trying to be a Donkey either, I just think this game needs some credit. :D Awesome game!… Expand
  26. JohnH.
    Nov 1, 2005
    10
    One of the best games i eva played EVA.
  27. DemonicAngel
    Apr 4, 2005
    9
    For a game with last-gen graphics and sound, no challenge factor, no possible end and a horrendous cuteness factor, Animal Crossing is possibly one of the most addictive games I've ever played. Your aim is basically just to enjoy your life in a small town populated by animals. You can run errands for the other townsfolk ,work at the local shop, go fishing, catch butterflies and For a game with last-gen graphics and sound, no challenge factor, no possible end and a horrendous cuteness factor, Animal Crossing is possibly one of the most addictive games I've ever played. Your aim is basically just to enjoy your life in a small town populated by animals. You can run errands for the other townsfolk ,work at the local shop, go fishing, catch butterflies and insects, dig up treasure, plant trees, buy new furniture and decorations for your house, write and recieve letters... it's all very simple, and you probably shouldn't play for more than an hour or so at a time (ideally several times a day), but it all works brilliantly. Seriously, the sense of joy when I caught my first fish was amazing. If you're put off by any of the factors I mentioned initially, then Animal Crossing isn't for you. Otherwise, by at all costs! Highly recommended.… Expand
  28. Brandon
    Jun 15, 2005
    10
    Animal crossing is the bomb you go fishing buy furniture live your life and its addictive.
  29. C.S.
    Jul 7, 2005
    10
    We rented this game for our six year old. We ended up buying it. She loves the cute animals, their funny names, their quirks. She loves the fishing and digging for treasure and decorating the house. She's really started to grasp the concept of money and value and trading. She's learned to write letters and the joy that comes from receiving them and has even been inspired to We rented this game for our six year old. We ended up buying it. She loves the cute animals, their funny names, their quirks. She loves the fishing and digging for treasure and decorating the house. She's really started to grasp the concept of money and value and trading. She's learned to write letters and the joy that comes from receiving them and has even been inspired to write real letters to our faraway family members. I love the game because it's nonviolent and gives us a chance to talk about and learn social skills. I highly recommend it.… Expand
  30. Rasher
    Mar 2, 2007
    8
    If I had gotten this before I bought AC:WW for the DS, this would been a 10 easy. BUT, it's just such a hassle to write a letter to the museum EVERY time you find a fossil, and 90% of the time, it turns out that you've donated it already. And I know that this is almost 5 years old, but the graphics are TERRIBLE sometimes (Faces, Ground, etc...). On the good side, the soundtrack If I had gotten this before I bought AC:WW for the DS, this would been a 10 easy. BUT, it's just such a hassle to write a letter to the museum EVERY time you find a fossil, and 90% of the time, it turns out that you've donated it already. And I know that this is almost 5 years old, but the graphics are TERRIBLE sometimes (Faces, Ground, etc...). On the good side, the soundtrack is great for this (almost) 8-bit game. And being able to get old NES games is great. Why pay 5 bucks for Excitebike on Virtual Console when you could just buy AC for 20, and get 5-10 NES games, plus a gigantic main game mode? This game is so very underrated, but it is very important for Nintendo. AC:WW is the second best game I have ever played, and it wouldn't have gotten here without this one. Can't wait for it to come out on the Wii.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

16
#16 Best GameCube Game of 2002
6
#6 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
9
#9 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. AceGamez
    100
    While kids will love the bright and colourful characters and graphics, adults will love the subtle nuances of collecting, decorating, Feng Shui, natural history lessons and sheer delight of pleasures as simple as catching a huge bass in the nearby river.
  2. GMR Magazine
    90
    The game that never ends... So why is it so much fun to play? [Feb 2003, p.96]
  3. Thunderbolt
    90
    It's easy to see why everyone in Europe was importing this from the US; there is simply nothing else like it.
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