Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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  1. Facellama
    Apr 5, 2020
    4
    The game is great apart from a massive design flaw of not allowing multiple islands. This would be a 9 or 10 with this feature. This is literally tearing the community apart and should be available. Needing to buy a NEW CONSOLE to have another island is beyond the reach of 90% of players and families. Whoever thought that this would just work most likely doesn't have children as each wouldThe game is great apart from a massive design flaw of not allowing multiple islands. This would be a 9 or 10 with this feature. This is literally tearing the community apart and should be available. Needing to buy a NEW CONSOLE to have another island is beyond the reach of 90% of players and families. Whoever thought that this would just work most likely doesn't have children as each would like to have their own island and own experience of the game. This should be a call to the devs to make this change as soon as they possibly can with the virus taken into account.… Expand
  2. OrkidOG
    Apr 5, 2020
    2
    I love this game. Love it.. but as previously stated by hundreds of people, not being the main island representative sucks. When you go on the Nintendo support page, they just state that another Switch needs to be purchased for someone to have their own island. I don’t know about everyone else, but right now, especially during this period of quarantine, I don’t have a damn dime to spare. II love this game. Love it.. but as previously stated by hundreds of people, not being the main island representative sucks. When you go on the Nintendo support page, they just state that another Switch needs to be purchased for someone to have their own island. I don’t know about everyone else, but right now, especially during this period of quarantine, I don’t have a damn dime to spare. I don’t have cash to just throw at another Switch. For us new AC players, this has been a major wake up call. So frustrating.… Expand
  3. TruthOfChad
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    I was spinning my wheels upgrading my house and waiting for the main story elements like upgrading island. Eventually i learned that the band developers block all except the main switch account from making progress in the game. I bought ghf game and basically it completely sucks and has no story backbone because the creators decided to block 2ndary accounts.
  4. Prettyheavy
    Apr 5, 2020
    5
    The one island per console system has spoiled an otherwise fantastic game for my family.
  5. jg93
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    1. One island per switch 2. Local multilayer is terrible. Players must compete for limited resources, no split screen play, 2nd player locked from game progression.
    3. $20 subscription for online multiplayer, which is bound per account NOT PER SWITCH
    4. Constant tool breakage makes the flow of play feel annoying, not relaxing. Who wants to bet Ninendo will sell a solution to a problem they    1. One island per switch 2. Local multilayer is terrible. Players must compete for limited resources, no split screen play, 2nd player locked from game progression.
    3. $20 subscription for online multiplayer, which is bound per account NOT PER SWITCH
    4. Constant tool breakage makes the flow of play feel annoying, not relaxing. Who wants to bet Ninendo will sell a solution to a problem they made just like Pocket Camp?

    I won't be buying another Nintendo game or console after this con.    … Expand
  6. poopyy
    Apr 5, 2020
    5
    My issue with the game is that the controls are overly sensitive in that if you’re one pixel off the fish won’t see the line and if you are digging a hole or wanting to plant something the odds of it being where you want is about 40%. It’s also too easy to undo something that you wanted because the controls are so sensitive/picky. If you had an update with the options of simpler controlsMy issue with the game is that the controls are overly sensitive in that if you’re one pixel off the fish won’t see the line and if you are digging a hole or wanting to plant something the odds of it being where you want is about 40%. It’s also too easy to undo something that you wanted because the controls are so sensitive/picky. If you had an update with the options of simpler controls and interactions similar to Pocket Camp, the game would be much more relaxing and enjoyable. The other issue is the mystery island AI, there should be a quiz or something at the beginning of the game that is focused on which villager type or style you like because I (and probably many others) have wasted over 20 Nook Miles Tickets and over 40,000 Nook Miles trying to find the villager I want or at least a decent villager to invite. Or the least you could do is make Nook Miles tickets cheaper, or have them be purchasable with bells, because at a certain point it’s hard to get enough Nook Miles. Or there at least has to be a way to invite a villager other than buying an amiibo card. It frustrated me so much that I just reset and deleted the game and it will probably take me 2 more weeks of quarantine to be bored enough to try again.… Expand
  7. sameerhameedy
    Mar 27, 2020
    0
    This game is ALMOST perfect. If you love games that relax you then this is the game for you. If you have multiple people using your switch however, look at other games. The inability to create multiple islands on one switch makes it so that there has to be a "primary user" is the first person who plays. Which doesn't sound like an issue but the game does not accommodate for the person whoThis game is ALMOST perfect. If you love games that relax you then this is the game for you. If you have multiple people using your switch however, look at other games. The inability to create multiple islands on one switch makes it so that there has to be a "primary user" is the first person who plays. Which doesn't sound like an issue but the game does not accommodate for the person who plays as player 2+. If player one gathers all the resources of the day there is nothing left for player two to collect and hence nothing for them to do. Player one can upgrade their house, upgrade and create all the shops, and customize the landscape and transform the deserted island into a city, what can player 2 do? Nothing except upgrade your house. An obvious attempt from nintendo to get people to buy more switches. In the past you could switch out you save card, you cannot mess with your saves in this game. You cant even send your data to the cloud to switch off saves because nintendo doesn't allow cloud saves. Which also means if u lose/break your switch the hundreds of hours you put into the game will be lost and you have to start all over. If nintendo wants to make everyone live on the same island then there HAS to be equal accommodation for EVERYONE on the island, but there isn't.… Expand
  8. punkreotico
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    One save limitation is so frustrating, I can't fully enjoy the game therefore I wasted my meny. Don't buy untill this is fixed.
  9. TimeLapze
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    it's just so stupid that you can only have one island per console. im the 2nd player which means that i hardly get to do anything no building structures and no story. fix this now Nintendo
  10. TimWade
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    First time i play animal crossing. I let my sister create the island. She played for a day or two. Now she doesn't want to play anymore. I have been playing for 10 days and i was wondering why i only got the museum.
    Truns out the second players can't progress the main story, or decide in any island related issue (new resident, new tools, bridge, new building etc).
    i am left with three    First time i play animal crossing. I let my sister create the island. She played for a day or two. Now she doesn't want to play anymore. I have been playing for 10 days and i was wondering why i only got the museum.
    Truns out the second players can't progress the main story, or decide in any island related issue (new resident, new tools, bridge, new building etc).
    i am left with three options:
    - Delete main player and restart the island (35h juste for me)
    - Force her to play
    - Get on her character every day to upgrade main/house story, do resident management, etc
    Such a wast of time.    … Expand
  11. Tee_Jay
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    One island per Switch is insane. You guys at Nintendo sure know how to come up with good ideas and totally ruin them. Won't touch this game again unless you can have more than one island per Switch.
  12. RydesaurusRex
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    This is one of the worst games i have ever played. Not only that, but Nintendo's no refund policy should be illegal. I will never buy another Nintendo game again. Knew getting a Switch was a mistake. Ridiculous.
  13. Sinews
    Apr 5, 2020
    5
    The main issue people will direct at this game is the "same-console multiplayer" debacle. It isn't a huge issue in my eyes, it's not exactly like offering multiple saves was a series tradition or anything. To me, the main issue plaguing Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the endless tedium and monotonous gameplay that gets excused by the series "take it easy, relax, no pressure" conceit.The main issue people will direct at this game is the "same-console multiplayer" debacle. It isn't a huge issue in my eyes, it's not exactly like offering multiple saves was a series tradition or anything. To me, the main issue plaguing Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the endless tedium and monotonous gameplay that gets excused by the series "take it easy, relax, no pressure" conceit. Well, I'd like to relax, but the inordinate time spent between menus, the minuscule inventory, and the lack of meaningful improvements over previous entries is getting in the way.… Expand
  14. Roccovite
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    Absolutely unforgivable! Bought this game with my sister and She played for first and now i am a little more than an NPC! I want to play the full game! Embarassing in 2020 something like that!
  15. tombrgmn
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    Been working hard this whole week with my fiance asking me constantly about when am I going to start my island. I finally found time to sit down and do it. Well, too bad. Apparently I can't, because of Nintendo greed. She had made her island first and neither of us realized that her making the island first would screw over my own ability to make an island. This along with the wholeBeen working hard this whole week with my fiance asking me constantly about when am I going to start my island. I finally found time to sit down and do it. Well, too bad. Apparently I can't, because of Nintendo greed. She had made her island first and neither of us realized that her making the island first would screw over my own ability to make an island. This along with the whole coronavirus quarantine lockdown and Nintendo's shortage on Switch consoles makes this whole thing an even harder pill to swallow. I guess I just won't be playing this one, Nintendo. Thanks for the betrayal Nintendo, didn't expect it to come from you, but I don't get fooled again.… Expand
  16. dzibilchalton
    Apr 5, 2020
    2
    Why cant we batch craft? Why can't crafting pull from resources in storage? How come Mable can place clothing I bought into storage for me when /I/ don't even have that ability? Why can't we select multiple items to buy from the Tailor- instead having to purchase one at a time to leave and re-enter to buy the other colour options of a shirt I want? Why can't I select multiple items in myWhy cant we batch craft? Why can't crafting pull from resources in storage? How come Mable can place clothing I bought into storage for me when /I/ don't even have that ability? Why can't we select multiple items to buy from the Tailor- instead having to purchase one at a time to leave and re-enter to buy the other colour options of a shirt I want? Why can't I select multiple items in my inventory and choose to send them all to storage? Why can I access Nook Phone while sitting but not my inventory? Why can't we sit on the ground next to villagers? Why aren't we allowed to meet villagers on mystery islands when we have full residence on Island? Why can't we choose to buy multiple of items through the terminal (It's a pain to buy a Nook Miles Ticket, wait for it to print out, choose to purchase more ONE AT A TIME.)

    Why can't we move buildings over by just a tile or two?( I've had to move a house/store somewhere else completely to then move it back to it's original location, just 2 spaces to the left). Why is there NOTHING to do with friends in this game? Where are the island minigames like in New Leaf?

    Why can't we ride the carnival rocking horsies like we've seen in footage leading up to the release? Why does Nook's Cranny take SO long to upgrade? (You would think a store upgrade would come before you even get the chance to have an entirely new Tailor shop take root in your island.) Why does the upgrade only include ONE extra furniture slot? Remember all the Nook store upgrades in New Leaf? wow.

    I WANT TO CRAFT MULTIPLE BAIT AT A TIME! I WANT TO PLACE RUGS ON THE GROUND OUTSIDE! I WANT TABLES AND COUNTERS TO PLACE MY ITEMS ON! I WANT GOLDEN TOOLS TO NOT BREAK- OR AT LEAST LAST WAY LONGER THAN THEY DO NOW. I WANT TO HAVE ACCESS TO ALL FURNITURE COLOUR SWATCHES/BE ABLE TO MANUALLY CUSTOMIZE THE OTHERS IF I OWN ONE.

    The multiplayer in this game is so limiting. I want more furniture sets. This game could stand to be a hell of a lot more user friendly, bro.    … Expand
  17. Phuqmode
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    The game doesn’t let you progress if someone started the game before you. Either let us progress or give us a different island, having both makes this game really unplayable
  18. polluxmaster
    Apr 5, 2020
    1
    the secondary account simply cannot progress in the game, the second account cannot build anything, all that we can do is build small items and walk around
  19. sticksnfingers
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    I own the game. If your wife, girlfriend, boyfriend, brother, dad, anyone launches and starts the game before you, say goodbye to your progress. You cannot or contribute to the progression of the island, as only the Representative of the Island (the first player running and playing the game) needs to unlock the features. Besides that, I just discovered certain feature that I can't have andI own the game. If your wife, girlfriend, boyfriend, brother, dad, anyone launches and starts the game before you, say goodbye to your progress. You cannot or contribute to the progression of the island, as only the Representative of the Island (the first player running and playing the game) needs to unlock the features. Besides that, I just discovered certain feature that I can't have and only first player has received, which ruined this game for me, the one that buyed and proposed the game at home. Such a disappointment. You have been warned.… Expand
  20. Nahna
    Apr 5, 2020
    1
    Grande decepção. Não com o jogo, que é fantástico para entregar o que promete (apesar de não ser um estilo para todos), mas com as decisões da Nintendo para com ele.

    O que você precisa saber antes de comprar: - Somente uma ilha por console - Não é possível fazer nada como o player 2 no coop local - Não é possível jogar coop online mesmo que tenha 2 switch (e 1 jogo) - Não é possível    Grande decepção. Não com o jogo, que é fantástico para entregar o que promete (apesar de não ser um estilo para todos), mas com as decisões da Nintendo para com ele.

    O que você precisa saber antes de comprar:
    - Somente uma ilha por console
    - Não é possível fazer nada como o player 2 no coop local
    - Não é possível jogar coop online mesmo que tenha 2 switch (e 1 jogo)
    - Não é possível transferir o save pra outro console
    - Não suporta save cloud
    - Não tem "matchmaking"

    Muito limitado para um jogo dessa geração. Uma pena.    … Expand
  21. Raimondil
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    0 Because I can't even play it because my brother was the first one to play it. Thanks a lot who ever is responsible for the great idea of making all users on a switch play on the same island.
  22. Hinch
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    The multiplayer absolutely stinks in this game. Corporate greed is the aim of this game by trying to force you to buy an additional switch due to the problems with the system they created! Madness!
  23. juhaszmark
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    A game that can only be played by one account. And its not about the horrible multiplayer, you can't even play it singleplayer as a second acount.
  24. dark0153
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    Crashes and game breaking bugs (blocked invited villager houses)
    Local play disconnects frequently
    Amiibos are not supported Shared save file with all users on console (breaking the multi user OS sandbox) Full of exploits and cheats (item dupe, time warp) Real time based with limited time window in-game events (12 pm real time = 12 pm in game) Can't play and fully enjoy all content unless    Crashes and game breaking bugs (blocked invited villager houses)
    Local play disconnects frequently
    Amiibos are not supported
    Shared save file with all users on console (breaking the multi user OS sandbox)
    Full of exploits and cheats (item dupe, time warp)
    Real time based with limited time window in-game events (12 pm real time = 12 pm in game)
    Can't play and fully enjoy all content unless you change your real life schedule    … Expand
  25. Nitch
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    my sister and I didn't knew about the one island, I started the game first. and now shes angry at me. we don't want to play together, and the fact that Nintendo is so greedy to try and use this method to make us by a second switch is unforgivable. "having fun? want another person in your house to have fun to? buy another expansive product." they should change it asap.
  26. Aristo
    Apr 5, 2020
    4
    http://chng.it/DtcNzMgrk5
    Here is a petition to make the multiple changes much discussed here and elsewhere.
    Please spread this link around. Thank you.
  27. Honest-Review
    Apr 5, 2020
    5
    I brought the game for me and my little 7 year old to enjoy together, I feel terrible that my promises of a game we could share together were a lie. Nintendo cheated us royally on this.

    But tbh I could have overlooked it had Animal crossing been a good game when it's just not. Conversations are repeated over and over and over again every single day! Selling items takes forever! Loading    I brought the game for me and my little 7 year old to enjoy together, I feel terrible that my promises of a game we could share together were a lie. Nintendo cheated us royally on this.

    But tbh I could have overlooked it had Animal crossing been a good game when it's just not.

    Conversations are repeated over and over and over again every single day! Selling items takes forever! Loading screens take forever, tasks are boring and will drive you mad from the monotonous element of it. Everything is so slow, its not relaxing slow, just frustrating slow. There is no story at all! And I know it's not that sort of game, but you have to have some story... And it doesn't. I could go on and on and bore you to death like this game does to its players. Shame on Nintendo for this rubbish.    … Expand
  28. SmittyBit
    Apr 5, 2020
    2
    The game seems like it could be fun, but the ONE ISLAND PER CONSOLE limit is a deal breaker. Social islands are a neat idea, but shouldn't be shoved down the throat of gamers. This is my first time ever playing an Animal Crossing game, and im stuck as a resident on someone else's island with no control? No thank you.
    Nintendo seems to be saying "You don't want to experience this neat    The game seems like it could be fun, but the ONE ISLAND PER CONSOLE limit is a deal breaker. Social islands are a neat idea, but shouldn't be shoved down the throat of gamers. This is my first time ever playing an Animal Crossing game, and im stuck as a resident on someone else's island with no control? No thank you.
    Nintendo seems to be saying "You don't want to experience this neat feature we came up with? Well WE think you really have to. This game is not for you."    … Expand
  29. Estupedro
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    The game is so funny is a GAME. For play !. Zeros ? Pls buy and play the game first.
  30. SleepNot
    Apr 5, 2020
    6
    ANIMAL CROSSING: NEW HORIZONS is a new school tamagotchi. Pure gameplay, like sims and etc. Can't recommend to everyone.
  31. jgramunt
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    Am I really supposed to spend 300€ more to buy another Switch and another game to not mess my girlfriend island or simply have my own? The game that's supposed to calm me has me so pissed I made an account here just to give it a bad review.
  32. Amiller7777
    Apr 5, 2020
    0
    My wife was super excited to play this game although it's not necessarily my style of game. She prompted me to start a character first because she was busy the day we got it. And then when she went to start a character later we discovered that only one island may be played per console and that she would have to play based off my sloppy seconds. This just feels so wrong and a gross attemptMy wife was super excited to play this game although it's not necessarily my style of game. She prompted me to start a character first because she was busy the day we got it. And then when she went to start a character later we discovered that only one island may be played per console and that she would have to play based off my sloppy seconds. This just feels so wrong and a gross attempt to get the players to spend more money. My wife barely plays games and we were so turned off by this that we're going to return the game. Awful representation by nintendo and a stain on their brand in my mind… Expand
  33. kritikmeter
    Apr 5, 2020
    1
    Nice phone app for a not to smart 12 year old girl.

    Not recommended for adults.
  34. megamario111
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    This is easily a contender for best Animal Crossing game. It brings everything you've loved about the series since it's beginnings, and adds even more content (with more to come). The only cons to this game are 1. a few quality of life changes they could make, as with the other games in the series, and 2. Only one island per console, which is the only reason this game has such a bad userThis is easily a contender for best Animal Crossing game. It brings everything you've loved about the series since it's beginnings, and adds even more content (with more to come). The only cons to this game are 1. a few quality of life changes they could make, as with the other games in the series, and 2. Only one island per console, which is the only reason this game has such a bad user score. This is definitely a game to pick up and sink hundreds of hours into during this time of self isolation.… Expand
  35. Serzern
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    Only one island per switch. Not even per game. Worst decision ever. My girlfriend bought the game and is therefore player one but now I have to wait for her to progress the story. I can't even buy my own copy of the game to fix this it's infuriating.
  36. Mustaches
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    ok, i get that people are mad about not having two people playable on the switch, but don't review bomb the game! 0/10 basically means the game is unplayable. at the least please rate this game with a mixed review. through the whole series, animal crossing has restricted you to one island per console. nintendo isnt going to listen to review bombing. anyways, this game is really good! simple 10/10
  37. Apisto415
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    Nintendo decided to force my fiancée and I to SHARE an island. We don’t need a second switch since we are adults with full time jobs and don’t play enough to warrant a second switch. Sharing an island is not the worst thing but waiting years to find this out was quite a disappointment. We have a PS4 and have separate accounts with separate save files. Why can’t Nintendo do the same!?!?
  38. Bogeyt15
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    1 island per switch ruins the experience for both players due to having to fight for resources. Nintendo's solution? BUY ANOTHER SWITCH FOR A MEASLY 300 DOLLARS (if you can find one one in stock.) **** this game and **** nintendo's greedy asses
  39. Jacklg
    Apr 4, 2020
    9
    The review bombing is dumb, this is a super polished and incredibly fun game that deserves all the praise and popularity its getting
  40. TheTwistedKris
    Apr 4, 2020
    2
    I came in as a new person to the franchise and I find myself having fun with it. The zen style of gameplay is a nice change from the usual, though I wish they put more thought into this games as the design of some aspects seem short sighted.

    Most jarringly at first I noticed was the 5am gates. Any time you progress the island a step, the game will lock any further progression behind a    I came in as a new person to the franchise and I find myself having fun with it. The zen style of gameplay is a nice change from the usual, though I wish they put more thought into this games as the design of some aspects seem short sighted.

    Most jarringly at first I noticed was the 5am gates. Any time you progress the island a step, the game will lock any further progression behind a 5am tomorrow gate. Mind you this isn't real time, as it will unlock at 5am tomorrow regardless of when you hit the gate. This makes certain buildings a chore, most notably the museum. You get gated after 5 donations to Tom then after 15 more donations to Blathers, which is then followed by a mandatory 24h construction period. This process takes 48 to 72 hours depending on when you made the first 5 donations, which feels annoying because you need to hold onto any discoveries you find for that time.

    Next is progression, which for the most part punishes you for doing so. A good example of this is buying from Timmy & Tommy. At the start of the game you can buy & sell from them freely until you get Nook's Cranny. When you do you can only buy & sell normally until 10pm, you can sell using the box at any time with it only being 80% of normal selling price. This detail annoys me so much. If the shop hours was going to be a thing, why not have it always be like that? That way it doesn't feel like they are restricting features or selling for less because you are past the time-frame. The box could have been a positive feature by letting you sell past close time, but instead it's just presented in a way that punishes the player.

    The tool system isn't much different. Tools break and there are stronger versions available for the right material, but they never change the act of collecting and can actually be a downgrade if the player isn't careful. This can be seen with the iron axe, which doesn't increase the amount of wood dropped and instead will chop down a tree on the 3rd hit, preventing it from growing again and stopping you from collecting wood. There is no reason to use the iron axe over the stone one, which offers the same amount of drops without destroying the source and still offers a fair amount of hits. If you do want to move a tree, just use shovel + fruit which actually put it into your inventory to move/sell.

    There are other odd details that haven't impacted me much as a solo player being the only one on my switch, but having a single island per console is really not fun since if you want to try local multiplayer you need to place additional tents down on your island to do so. Multiplayer isn't that well explained by the game in general. Overall I do like the game, but the design clashes a lot with the zen game it's trying to be.

    Bunny Day Update: Oh boy I do like being able to progress even less because of eggs appearing instead of needed materials. This game already has too much rng.    … Expand
  41. Dgifyu
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    You already know the issue... LOCAL MULTIPLAYER IS THE WORST THING. My sis started it first and now it feels like she has way more power over me and it is clearly emphasized in the game
  42. PneumaticLime
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    Don’t buy unless you will be the only regular player. One person gets to experience the game and anyone after the first has to be a pointless player in the originals island. You can’t contribute anything. I bought it and was the first player, but my brother went in to play later and when we realized this I had him delete my island so he could play. I don’t really plan on touching itDon’t buy unless you will be the only regular player. One person gets to experience the game and anyone after the first has to be a pointless player in the originals island. You can’t contribute anything. I bought it and was the first player, but my brother went in to play later and when we realized this I had him delete my island so he could play. I don’t really plan on touching it because that was super frustrating to happen and it seems entirely pointless for the developer to have done. Maybe if they fix it I’ll create my own island but for now I don’t even really have a game I payed $60 for.… Expand
  43. CDizzness
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Best Animal Crossing game hands down, graphics are gorgeous and gameplay is addicting as always (the moment I was able to pick objects up, I spent an hour picking up weeds XD) So many trolls talking about a horrible co-op experience, more than likely mislead because they don't research a game before they buy it, they just buy into the hype. This game lives up to the hype for this long timeBest Animal Crossing game hands down, graphics are gorgeous and gameplay is addicting as always (the moment I was able to pick objects up, I spent an hour picking up weeds XD) So many trolls talking about a horrible co-op experience, more than likely mislead because they don't research a game before they buy it, they just buy into the hype. This game lives up to the hype for this long time Animal Crossing fan. The co-op experience reminds me of the good ol' DS days. I haven't gotten too far into it yet, but I am already addicted and see myself coming back to the island every day, even if it is for a short amount of time. Also, I am the only person on my console playing this game, and I don't time skip because I am a patient person along for the experience. Thank you Nintendo, sorry people are review bombing your game because they clearly didn't watch all of the videos you put forth in preparation for the game.
    Update 4/4/2020: This game has officially consumed my life. With the coronavirus bs going on and everything closing, this allows me to "hang out" with friends and family. It scratches the itch for social interaction, and I literally cannot stop playing this. Soooo much customization, you can literally recreate your entire island. This game deserves a much better user score than what it has, I would say at the lowest an 8.5.    … Expand
  44. Capntimb
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    One island per console makes this game unplayable for anyone but me (the first person who happened to play it) in my household.
    Fun otherwise.
  45. jarvis0284
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    Juego innovador , mecánicas nuevas , duración alta , todo lo que el jugador necesita para pasar hrs y hrs en la isla
  46. Numb287
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    It's ridiculous that it's 1 island per switch, Nintendo might not engage in many microtransactions in their games, but they still scam gamers in other ways that are forgiven, such as mutiple pokemon games that are nearly identical, and things like this, **** this system and **** nintendo
  47. beathofthewave
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is an exceptional game that will keep you playing again and again for years!

    + Most in-depth Animal Crossing yet with greatly expanded crafting system; + Relaxing experience that will make you love the game more and more; + Nintendo updates and fixes the game as soon as possible if a bug is discovered; + The game gives you the freedom to play exactly how    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is an exceptional game that will keep you playing again and again for years!

    + Most in-depth Animal Crossing yet with greatly expanded crafting system;
    + Relaxing experience that will make you love the game more and more;
    + Nintendo updates and fixes the game as soon as possible if a bug is discovered;
    + The game gives you the freedom to play exactly how you want;
    + The community is friendly and helpful;
    + The pinnacle of escapism;
    + Each villager has their own personality;

    The game requires a fair amount of involvement to get the best from it, but it rewards you for your efforts. What more can I say? The game is meant to be enjoyed. Take your time and have fun!    … Expand
  48. Badmike
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    I could get over having to share an island but if you aren’t the first player, you are screwed.
    You can’t do anything. I can’t contribute materials to building projects.
    Can’t access tons of recipes to build items. Can’t choose where to build things. You get ignored by the townsfolk....... Basically all you can do is chop wood and stone to give to the main character so that when they    I could get over having to share an island but if you aren’t the first player, you are screwed.
    You can’t do anything. I can’t contribute materials to building projects.
    Can’t access tons of recipes to build items.
    Can’t choose where to build things.
    You get ignored by the townsfolk.......

    Basically all you can do is chop wood and stone to give to the main character so that when they decide to play, they can turn them in to upgrade the town......
    I CANT EVEN SEE WHAT THEY NEED!!!! They have to verbally tell me!!!!!

    Fix this ASAP!!    … Expand
  49. VvNeo2000vV
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    Same as what everyone else is saying! 1 console 1 island, ridiculous. What a transparent attempt at Nintendo trying to sucker people into buying more switch consoles. Probably because the switch lite bombed so badly they are trying to get people to buy them. It’s ridiculous that at least make each paid online service account make their own island. One per $300 dollar console is justSame as what everyone else is saying! 1 console 1 island, ridiculous. What a transparent attempt at Nintendo trying to sucker people into buying more switch consoles. Probably because the switch lite bombed so badly they are trying to get people to buy them. It’s ridiculous that at least make each paid online service account make their own island. One per $300 dollar console is just unforgivable. Me and my 2 daughter want to make our own islands, but no that will cost us an additional $720 dollars is Nintendo out of their f’n minds? Whoever designed this game should be fired.… Expand
  50. rayannlin
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    Very disappointed in the game play of this for people sharing the switch. It is unreal to expect people to purchase multiple switch consoles in order to have the same experience. To be clear, I am fine with sharing an island. That's the way it's always been. What's ridiculous is the lack of abilities that the non-resident representatives have to deal with. It wouldn't have been difficultVery disappointed in the game play of this for people sharing the switch. It is unreal to expect people to purchase multiple switch consoles in order to have the same experience. To be clear, I am fine with sharing an island. That's the way it's always been. What's ridiculous is the lack of abilities that the non-resident representatives have to deal with. It wouldn't have been difficult to allow all players to terraform, build bridges, etc. And to progress the story. If they wanted to make people share they should have made everyone able to experience the full game. Honestly not worth the money for families hoping to play together… Expand
  51. fierysonic
    Apr 4, 2020
    9
    Animal Crossing New Horizons is the greatest game in the series. First off, having one island per switch isn’t too big of a deal. If you feel that this is a major problem. You are sorely mistaken. This game has so many improvements that make it impossible for me to go back to an older version. The biggest of the improvements are as follows: Terraforming, full control over placement ofAnimal Crossing New Horizons is the greatest game in the series. First off, having one island per switch isn’t too big of a deal. If you feel that this is a major problem. You are sorely mistaken. This game has so many improvements that make it impossible for me to go back to an older version. The biggest of the improvements are as follows: Terraforming, full control over placement of buildings, character customization, local play, even more custom designs and placement of said designs. First, Terraforming gives so much freedom to make your island really yours. And placing the buildings wherever you please just adds to this freedom. Character customization makes your character really feel like you, and allows a whole lot of expression. Local play is new to the series and is decent. Probably the worst new component to the game just because of how it is implemented. And finally custom designs. Custom designs makes it really easy for anyone to create amazing looking clothing and pictures. And you can place them anywhere. Overall, an amazing game. And the pros out weigh the cons by an exponential amount. Really, you should buy this game.… Expand
  52. Bradfordo
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    http://chng.it/cBh8N9py this link sends you to a petition to get more than one island per switch. If we want to make change, we are going to have to do something about it. According to most people who purchased the game and are not sharing it, they are getting an incredible experience akin to Fallout 3 (genre notwithstanding). The only reason I make this statement is due to the fact thathttp://chng.it/cBh8N9py this link sends you to a petition to get more than one island per switch. If we want to make change, we are going to have to do something about it. According to most people who purchased the game and are not sharing it, they are getting an incredible experience akin to Fallout 3 (genre notwithstanding). The only reason I make this statement is due to the fact that if you are player 2 expecting to have as much fun as player 1, the second player on Animal Crossing: New Horizons is basically getting an experience similar to Fallout 76., which basically means there are no resources and no reason to progress through the game. The fact that this game doesn't allow more than one save file PER SWITCH tells me that Nintendo is trying to RIP people off, and I beware sick of these companies making decisions that try and sway people into spending more money so they can have the same experience as the other person in the house. Beware, even during a quarantine, only the first account has access to do anything remotely fun on this game. If you plan on playing this game after someone else has started an account, just be weary of the fact that you are basically getting a watered down version of the game with no replay value whatsoever. I purchased this game, and now that I started an account after my girlfriend, I basically wasted 60 bucks, and honestly, I'm kinda thinking this is a sketchy attempt at getting people to purchase separate Nintendo switch consoles just so they can have the same experience as the first person's account. Nintendo, please do the right thing and allow separate saves so I can at least enjoy this game. I purchased this game for 60 bucks, but I'm getting a crappy experience because you all took away a feature that is literally in 99% of video games. I've never heard of not being able to have at least one extra save file. Change your ways or these 0 reviews are going to increase.… Expand
  53. HHnick3001
    Apr 4, 2020
    2
    Only the first player can do projects and participate actively in the island the rest of local players are like guests in the game.
  54. ItsfullofDave
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    Bought this game for two young kids to play, only to find out too late that they have to share the same island. Perhaps Nintendo have never met siblings who are not great at sharing. Perhaps they think all sisters get along all the time and never get angry with the other for TOUCHING THEIR STUFF. It would be lovely to imagine that was true. But they must have known the problems it wouldBought this game for two young kids to play, only to find out too late that they have to share the same island. Perhaps Nintendo have never met siblings who are not great at sharing. Perhaps they think all sisters get along all the time and never get angry with the other for TOUCHING THEIR STUFF. It would be lovely to imagine that was true. But they must have known the problems it would cause and did it anyway. So, 1 out of 10 from me for such a cynical and greedy decision… Expand
  55. Manntatoes
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    Limiting the game to one island per Switch is a inexcusable greedy anti consumer move.
  56. Gonicanary
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    Only the first player is the one who can keep unlocking things in the game. secondary players can only get resources and depend on the first. Furthermore, it does not allow you to have one island per player. At home we were disappointed in this, since I depend on the first player, a shame.
  57. Trevorv
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    The local multiplayer on this game is so badly designed it is a hate crime. I wish I had never bought this game. Please take your game back and give me my money back Nintendo!
  58. dcast2
    Apr 4, 2020
    4
    We bought a digital copy for our Switch, because Nintendo said only one island per Switch, so we thought it would be a great game for our family of five to play together. Unfortunately, the game is unplayable because it requires one person to be the Resident Representative (witch is by default the first person to log into the game). DO NOT buy this game if you will play with more than oneWe bought a digital copy for our Switch, because Nintendo said only one island per Switch, so we thought it would be a great game for our family of five to play together. Unfortunately, the game is unplayable because it requires one person to be the Resident Representative (witch is by default the first person to log into the game). DO NOT buy this game if you will play with more than one person. It has been a terrible experience for our family. Nintendo has been extremely deceptive in their promotion of this game as a multiplayer game. It is a single player game PERIOD! Only the first person to log into the game has the ability to play the main game, all the other people cannot play the main game, they just wait to the Resident Representative to play the actual game and then the other players get do a few things. Do not buy this game is you are planning to play with your family, everyone will be frustrated and angry. I wish I could return the game to the store or sell my copy, but unfortunately I bought it digitally. I expected better from Nintendo. I want to give this game a 9 for it's content, but at the present time, without an update to the local multiplayer sharing, it's a 4.5.… Expand
  59. Marauderby
    Apr 4, 2020
    2
    The game itself is amazing but the fact that only one island is allowed per switch ruins the game for me.
  60. cbartondock
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    A master class in corporate greed - this isn't a game so much as the visual manifestation of a spreadsheet. You can't have multiple islands per console, hence there can only be one player who gets to do the "story missions" from Nook. Your online account is linked to the animal crossing user rather than to the switch user, so you can't have someone visit your island unless you are playingA master class in corporate greed - this isn't a game so much as the visual manifestation of a spreadsheet. You can't have multiple islands per console, hence there can only be one player who gets to do the "story missions" from Nook. Your online account is linked to the animal crossing user rather than to the switch user, so you can't have someone visit your island unless you are playing as the person who has an online account or unless you pay for multiple online accounts. Truly jaw droppingly anti consumer. Do yourself a favor and skip this wretch.… Expand
  61. LighteningA
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    If you have kids you have to purchase another switch as you can only have one island making your 2nd on the game loosingnout in progressing and is more or less obsolete
  62. sanctuary
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    Only _one_ save file (island) per switch.
    Only the *first* player gets any real control over the island. Selecting where buildings go, terraforming, etc.
    Any other players basically get to watch player one play the game. Feels like it was pushed out early and more will be added in "updates." Nintendo has ruined what would have been an amazing experience for people to enjoy together.    Only _one_ save file (island) per switch.
    Only the *first* player gets any real control over the island. Selecting where buildings go, terraforming, etc.
    Any other players basically get to watch player one play the game.
    Feels like it was pushed out early and more will be added in "updates."
    Nintendo has ruined what would have been an amazing experience for people to enjoy together. Unless you intend to play this game alone, I suggest avoiding it.
    The saddest part is, a ton of negativity would go away if they removed the one island restriction.    … Expand
  63. Aquariusjive
    Mar 24, 2020
    2
    More of the same great, relaxing, easy going progression that we’ve come to expect from the series. I do wish we had the ability to create more than one island per switch but it’s FAR from the tragic scenario that other reviewers are making it out to be.
    Update: After playing through quite a few more hours, the family is thoroughly irritated at the fact that our 6 year old is the kid with    More of the same great, relaxing, easy going progression that we’ve come to expect from the series. I do wish we had the ability to create more than one island per switch but it’s FAR from the tragic scenario that other reviewers are making it out to be.
    Update: After playing through quite a few more hours, the family is thoroughly irritated at the fact that our 6 year old is the kid with the dominant profile which is limiting all of our progression. Nintendo, this has to be patched so we can populate different islands with multiple profiles using a single Switch.    … Expand
  64. foolishren
    Apr 4, 2020
    9
    Just like every Animal Crossing game this is chill fun game. I play it about a hour a day or longer if I'm playing with friends. It lets you pretty much place furniture anywhere so you can really make the island your own.
  65. emily_jen2002
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game if you play on your own Switch. Slow start, but then is flawless.
  66. Smokez45
    Apr 4, 2020
    5
    My GF and I are both huge AC fans. However, only one of us is able to enjoy the game. Anybody after the first resident gets a half baked experience. Multiplayer has too many limitations to enjoy regularly. Currently we can afford another copy and I'd gladly buy one. However, we can't afford another Switch and with COVID-19 it'll be awhile before we can responsibly afford it. I don'tMy GF and I are both huge AC fans. However, only one of us is able to enjoy the game. Anybody after the first resident gets a half baked experience. Multiplayer has too many limitations to enjoy regularly. Currently we can afford another copy and I'd gladly buy one. However, we can't afford another Switch and with COVID-19 it'll be awhile before we can responsibly afford it. I don't understand Nintendo's decision to have one island per Switch and not per game or profile. It is seen as a family entertainment system and AC cannot entertain a family at the moment. One person per Switch can truly experience the game and that is not okay. Also, there is no reason not to offer cloud back ups. The Switch is a home and portable console. Being portable adds risks. Nobody should have to feel the heartache of losing their console and their hours of hard work. The game is awesome and I will gladly raise my score once Nintendo gets with modern times and fixes these archaic limitations.… Expand
  67. Saint962
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    PEOPLE, CALL/REPORT/SUBMIT FEEDBACK TO NINTENDO IF YOU WANT TO SEE CHANGES, NOT JUST HERE.
    My addition to reviews regarding one island limitations.
  68. Aslime
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    My wife and I were looking forward to playing this game when it released. I bought it, I let her play first she made an island and played for a bit. Then I decided to play only to discover that Nintendo only allows one island per switch! Not only that, the second player cannot build anything on the island and tool building is considerably harder to do. So, if you have more than one personMy wife and I were looking forward to playing this game when it released. I bought it, I let her play first she made an island and played for a bit. Then I decided to play only to discover that Nintendo only allows one island per switch! Not only that, the second player cannot build anything on the island and tool building is considerably harder to do. So, if you have more than one person in your home that wants to play the game, you need two switches. Worst decision I have ever seen, this even beats EA.
    Congratulations Nintendo, you have officially become the worst video game company this year!    … Expand
  69. Mmry
    Apr 4, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One machine only can build one island.
    How desperately theses guys want to earn money?    … Expand
  70. rooted
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    If you own this game and a Switch just for yourself you will probably like this game very much. But if you share a console with someone (a family member or your girl/boyfriend) it will undoubtedly end with an arguments and anger. I can't even imagine having two children and one console. I will recommend this game only if Nintendo fix this no. of players limitation.
  71. Taorob
    Apr 4, 2020
    5
    Surely madness!!

    I went to buy 2 copies of Animal Crossing today and thankfully the store attendant said ‘You do know you can only have 1 island per Switch’ I’m hazarding a guess they may have had few games returned already! I said that’s fine I have 2 switches because I have 3 children and we like to cross play on games. Then it dawned on me. I could create an island for me on my switch    Surely madness!!

    I went to buy 2 copies of Animal Crossing today and thankfully the store attendant said ‘You do know you can only have 1 island per Switch’ I’m hazarding a guess they may have had few games returned already!
    I said that’s fine I have 2 switches because I have 3 children and we like to cross play on games. Then it dawned on me. I could create an island for me on my switch but who would get to create their island on the other Switch?
    Draw lots? Choose a favourite child?!

    Anyway the only choice I was left with was to return both the games as it really would have caused big arguments.

    So from us that has been a big fail regarding sales and I am not being bitter in saying I hope this doesn’t work out for them and they patch it. It certainly feels like a horrendously corporate, commercial piece of programming. Unless there is sensible reasoning behind it but with expandable memory on the Switch I can’t see what.

    It may be worth mentioning this fact as I feel it could be a deal breaker for many families considering buying the game.    … Expand
  72. larfenix
    Apr 4, 2020
    5
    El juego sigue siendo lo de siempre han cambiado algo aquí algo allá, ha perdido cosas esenciales por el camino, el hecho de que las herramientas se estén rompiendo a cada rato es un encordio, y el sistema de Islas aleatorias es penoso. Entiendo que las mejores islas como la isla de las tarantulas no salgan a menudo pero que de 30 veces que he ido de viaje las 30 me haya salido una islaEl juego sigue siendo lo de siempre han cambiado algo aquí algo allá, ha perdido cosas esenciales por el camino, el hecho de que las herramientas se estén rompiendo a cada rato es un encordio, y el sistema de Islas aleatorias es penoso. Entiendo que las mejores islas como la isla de las tarantulas no salgan a menudo pero que de 30 veces que he ido de viaje las 30 me haya salido una isla random con la misma fruta y las mismas flores, eso es penoso y está mal hecho te dan ganas de dejar de jugar… Expand
  73. Extrevious
    Apr 4, 2020
    1
    Nintendo has made an interesting marketing decision for a supposed family company and directly put families in the ditch with how they’ve decided to manage the saves in the game. They have decided that there can only be one island per SWITCH not per account which confuses me as a player since every other switch title (Pokémon, Fire Emblem, Breath of the Wild, Stardew Valley, Super SmashNintendo has made an interesting marketing decision for a supposed family company and directly put families in the ditch with how they’ve decided to manage the saves in the game. They have decided that there can only be one island per SWITCH not per account which confuses me as a player since every other switch title (Pokémon, Fire Emblem, Breath of the Wild, Stardew Valley, Super Smash Bros Ult. and Mario Kart) all extremely popular titles and games that have brought the switch up to level with PlayStation and Xbox and they all have SEPERATE saves. I genuinely don’t understand a player focused decision other than they want to make as much money as possible off of players. Please Nintendo, fix this for the people who love the game but also want to play it with their family members and even friends because I don’t want myself or them to be forced to delete their save so that another person can experience the full game.… Expand
  74. TylerReid
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game itself was so fun. The different missions are easy, yet leave you enough room to learn. I enjoyed this game and I’m enjoying adding to my DIY list, with over 250 items on it!!… Expand
  75. bruhbruhbruh2
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Multiplayer system is **** Literally no clue who thought this design choice was something players would enjoy. It literally strips all fun for anybody but the first one who logged in. So **** dumb.
  76. Zylir
    Apr 3, 2020
    5
    There's a few issues I have with this game. The lack of online interactive related things and unnecessary long transitions when people leave your island, the fact that there's only a "Real time" option, and that there's no way in game to advertise your island. I'd love a brochure to "sell" your island, tell people you have certain things there and be more social with it by showing it offThere's a few issues I have with this game. The lack of online interactive related things and unnecessary long transitions when people leave your island, the fact that there's only a "Real time" option, and that there's no way in game to advertise your island. I'd love a brochure to "sell" your island, tell people you have certain things there and be more social with it by showing it off maybe and saying stuff like "Hey, I have a tarantula island, come on by!" Create more of a city, involve more on your island. I just feel it's so limited for not really a good reason but to be a cop out. I'd love more interaction with the citizens and events with them. Everything seems so bare bones for a $60 game.

    I'd also enjoy it if you had sort've a function to treat it like stardew valley where it had it's own hastened day/night cycle to an extent. I'd like to at least play the game in a few weeks, enjoy all there is to see and catch/do quests for everyone in that time frame. It's just not there, just nooks increasing debt with everything you do. I get that "animal crossing may just not be for me" however, I don't think a lot of what I said are bad idea's nor would make people dislike the game any. Do people really enjoy the game mostly being played only an hour or so at a time and all these things that you probably wont ever get done because you may not be playing in the September time frame to catch certain things?

    The last thing is the most obvious though. Not sharing your island. Me and my gf share the switch because I barely play Nintendo games and so she somewhat does, so very little reason to own two. People telling others "Why not just own 2 switches! stop being poor!" why should we be punished for their poor design choice? Such a weird thing to defend a company on.    … Expand
  77. AnalogousPants5
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    I am the only person playing on my Switch, so the primary issues related to multiple saves for multiple people on the same console has not affected me. These complaints are valid, but I can only speak honestly to my own experiences with this game.

    This is the perfect game to come out at the perfect time in the era of COVID-19. My daily routine now incorporates Animal Crossing New    I am the only person playing on my Switch, so the primary issues related to multiple saves for multiple people on the same console has not affected me. These complaints are valid, but I can only speak honestly to my own experiences with this game.

    This is the perfect game to come out at the perfect time in the era of COVID-19. My daily routine now incorporates Animal Crossing New Horizons. It would certainly be a good game if it came out at any other time, but here and now it provides a much needed routine and sense of comfort.    … Expand
  78. Gdragon521
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    This is the best game in the Animal Crossing series. I would actually give it a 9/10, because it isn't perfect, but I need to balance out all these negative reviews.
  79. Stupidboy0831
    Apr 3, 2020
    2
    At first I was having some fun but a little bored that’s because when I saw what the first player to log in can do I was disappointed this game is designed for families with multiple children interested in the game but have 1 switch it’s main purpose is for you to buy a whole new switch so everyone can experience the game fully.
  80. david1234
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Can't share Animal Crossing to family members to create their own island. Rather, they're treated as your employees and the only purpose is to gather and provide resources. So you have to buy a second switch and switch online to make playing animal crossing with family members possible. Almost as bad sellout as Sony indefinitely postponing Last of Us 2 because of the pandemic. It's almostCan't share Animal Crossing to family members to create their own island. Rather, they're treated as your employees and the only purpose is to gather and provide resources. So you have to buy a second switch and switch online to make playing animal crossing with family members possible. Almost as bad sellout as Sony indefinitely postponing Last of Us 2 because of the pandemic. It's almost like digital games never event existed! Also, Animal Crossing is super boring. All you do is collect fishes and bugs, I actually thought it was like Farmville where you plant and harvest crops/veges under certain time periods to grow your island. Can't even get a refund cause EB Games is closed till the pandemic is over!… Expand
  81. Rookie2222
    Mar 23, 2020
    0
    EDIT: modifying my score from a 4 to a 0 due to more issues with only the primary player being able to do things around the island. I do not recommend this game

    I don't want to review bomb a game, but I do want to voice my opinion. This game is fantastic and I even enjoy the one island with multiple people (it should be an option but that's how I intended to play it anyway) but the fact    EDIT: modifying my score from a 4 to a 0 due to more issues with only the primary player being able to do things around the island. I do not recommend this game

    I don't want to review bomb a game, but I do want to voice my opinion. This game is fantastic and I even enjoy the one island with multiple people (it should be an option but that's how I intended to play it anyway) but the fact the first person has the entire control of the island is egregious. I bought it and let my roommate play it first while I finished up work and by the next day I loved the town already at which point I discover (which had not been mentioned anywhere prior to the games release) that he had all the control in perpetuity and there is nothing I can do about it. Now I'm five days in and not going to delete it but oh my god please Nintendo, let us at least switch the island representative if not let everyone spruce up the town. And while you're at it let everyone have there own island to keep that dream alive for the rest of the reviewers here.

    PS. I agree with the other people that mentioned it's odd none of the official reviewers really mentioned this.    … Expand
  82. KikiF
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Secondary player can’t do much. This is insane considering nintendo switch isn’t considered as a handheld-only console. There’s no way to get another island except buying another switch which costs a lot of money that i’d never want to spend on
  83. b669
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    The fact you can't have multiple islands is just ridiculous and seems like a scheme to sell more switch consoles.
  84. Khalvarun
    Apr 3, 2020
    2
    The games is fun in the beginning but gets boring very quickly. I was very hyped about the game coming out but it has way many shortcomings and glitches. The Easter event going on right now is the nightmare you would be living through!
  85. WhimsicalPhares
    Apr 3, 2020
    2
    This would be a great game if not for the one island limit per console. I created my account second and I'm tired of being treated like a second class citizen. You have 0 power as player two and the island is way too small for multiple people. Nintendo needs to stop being greedy and fix this. Don't buy unless you have the entire console to yourself.
  86. thomnash
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Amazing game. It's super addictive, can't wait to give it a 10/10 when they change the 1 island per switch feature.
  87. MalCey
    Apr 3, 2020
    3
    I’m not affected by the multiplayer issue, I just dislike the game. Major annoyances are the UI, very slow and annoying load times on things like selling items, entering areas. The load times are terrible. The puns get really old fast and hold up things like selling things or advancing the story.

    Gameplay is repetitive and gets old real quick. It’s just a very boring game. I’ve played    I’m not affected by the multiplayer issue, I just dislike the game. Major annoyances are the UI, very slow and annoying load times on things like selling items, entering areas. The load times are terrible. The puns get really old fast and hold up things like selling things or advancing the story.

    Gameplay is repetitive and gets old real quick. It’s just a very boring game. I’ve played for a week and it’s time for me to sell this game on for sure.

    I’m sure the score would be even less if I had to play this in a house with two players.

    I really do not recommend purchasing this game or a switch which has a really low selection of games at a premium price. PC or PS4 are far better value for money. Very disappointed with Nintendo this generation and I’m not very aware of the bias of fans.    … Expand
  88. oliverpette
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    The perfect game to these times. It ia relaxing and social challenge with many Things to do
  89. Vallam13
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    haha how on Earth did they end up restricting it to one island per CONSOLE? Did they only let rich people playtest the game? Did they forget that real humans don't have access to infinite Switches? Absolutely surreal incompetence and the most Nintendo thing I've ever seen. They consistently manage to make the best games out there and then run then under terrible UI and restrictive design choices.
  90. TylerKai
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    I big old **** you to whoever decided I had to share in island with my brother. Unplayable.
  91. frequentlyfreck
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Wonderful game but LET PEOPLE HAVE MORE THAN ONE ISLAND PER SWITCH. Pretty ridiculous this wasn't in the game at launch.
  92. MC_Zocker2004
    Apr 3, 2020
    4
    I hate how you can only have 1 island per switch. I got it for my birthday and player about 3 days, when my little brother wanted to play it he could only play on my island andand could not build anything. You dissapointed a 9-year old child, Nintendo.
  93. fozie
    Apr 3, 2020
    2
    I've played every Animal Crossing game as they were released, and was ecstatic for New Horizons. The game is beautiful, and you can tell that a lot of work went into the visuals and scenery. Aside from that, I feel like it's lacking even compared to its older predecessors. I was hoping for a greater variety of dialogue with villagers, but interactions are very limited and repetitive. TheI've played every Animal Crossing game as they were released, and was ecstatic for New Horizons. The game is beautiful, and you can tell that a lot of work went into the visuals and scenery. Aside from that, I feel like it's lacking even compared to its older predecessors. I was hoping for a greater variety of dialogue with villagers, but interactions are very limited and repetitive. The villagers are the staple of Animal Crossing. I was so excited to finally have a game that would have rich, personable interaction, more villager games, etc. Villagers used to host flea markets and visit your house for fun or vice versa. They used to have interactive aerobics and sports fairs. Now they just wander around and do their own thing, but your character doesn't even have the ability to sit down or join them. I can already predict the 3-5 dialogue options I'll hear each day from every villager. It's disappointing. The lack of amenities is also frustrating. When previous games like City Folk and New Leaf had coffee shops, theaters, and other stores, we were expecting more - not expecting everything to be taken away. Now that I've paved and decorated my town, there really isn't anything to do. I can see that they added the Nook Miles system as a way to keep you busy but most of us aren't interested in doing menial tasks for numbers, we wanted more room for interaction with our villagers and island. Once everyone has played for a month or so, they'll be finding that there really isn't anything to do in this game. Unfortunately I'm probably going to end up putting this game down and picking up Wild World or New Leaf unless some updates roll out to change things.… Expand
  94. The_Argo
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    No spoilers here, have hardly played the game for one reason. You can only have one island per Switch so if someone else starts the game first it is their island and you can only do so much. Made me stop playing after an hour.
  95. Nintenboy
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing! Everyone rating the game a 0-4 because they can’t have multiple users isn’t fair! Get off here! And cry somewhere else. What’s the big deal? This was explained before the game was released so why did you buy it? You just wanna whine. Simple solution buy a switch lite for family member or get gone. The game is unbelievable good and adorable!
  96. iMustang
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    This was my first time diving into this cherished franchise and I must say all my hype and excitement was very much matched. The atmosphere of this game feels exactly like a vacation, a place you can get away and enjoy life however you want. Catching fish, planting flowers, visiting new places, a museum, and shopping, all while meeting adorable animal friends along the way. The sheerThis was my first time diving into this cherished franchise and I must say all my hype and excitement was very much matched. The atmosphere of this game feels exactly like a vacation, a place you can get away and enjoy life however you want. Catching fish, planting flowers, visiting new places, a museum, and shopping, all while meeting adorable animal friends along the way. The sheer amount of stuff you can do in this game is insane, to a point that a completionist like me wonders if you can really do it all, not that it'll stop me from trying! Then the social element with friends makes the experience even better, as the communication with hunting bugs and fish, different stuff to craft, or even the "stalk market" all make you feel like you're apart of something larger as a whole (even lager than the feeling of your own island community gives you). That's exactly the feeling the developers want you to have with this franchise, and it certainly resonates within each and every one of us. And even simplified, visiting islands and showing off your own is just fun! (So long as everyone plays nice)

    This was a time in my life when this game was exactly needed, and has brought me so much joy and peace. I know I'll be playing this game for months and years to come, and even when the next Animal Crossing game comes out, New Horizons will always hold a special place in my heart for being my entry into this beautiful series.    … Expand
  97. Tospond
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    I love this game! Every day i play his and i am trying to get 2 of my hated vilagers out! I can terraform and make the perfect island! I can breed flowers are much more! This game is a must have!
  98. Gregoryfricker
    Apr 3, 2020
    1
    The game advertises multiplayer with a catch, the first player to play the game is the only player who can progress in the game. Every other player (your kids you bought the game for), are stuck. This is true even if you buy more copies of the game. This in itself doesn’t merit the negative review. The worst offense is the company’s response to thousands of fans. I’m not going to buy gamesThe game advertises multiplayer with a catch, the first player to play the game is the only player who can progress in the game. Every other player (your kids you bought the game for), are stuck. This is true even if you buy more copies of the game. This in itself doesn’t merit the negative review. The worst offense is the company’s response to thousands of fans. I’m not going to buy games from a company who can fix a problem but tells everyone to eat it by refusing to address the matter at all.… Expand
  99. metalliham
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Only one island per switch is stupid. I have multiple family members and will not buy an extra Switch. Disgusting money grab.
  100. Farkus
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    I haven't played since Animal Crossing for the Gamecube so I am not certain, how much of this content is new to this game, but I am thoroughly enjoying this game. There is a lot to do, and the gameplay loop is quite satisfying. There is one major issue I have with this game though that prevents it from getting a perfect score, and that is equipment breaking. Its really annoying and evenI haven't played since Animal Crossing for the Gamecube so I am not certain, how much of this content is new to this game, but I am thoroughly enjoying this game. There is a lot to do, and the gameplay loop is quite satisfying. There is one major issue I have with this game though that prevents it from getting a perfect score, and that is equipment breaking. Its really annoying and even the golden tools can break. That turns what was the ultimate reward in AC for the Gamecube, to a waste of resources in ACNH, and its a real bummer. Additionally, multiplayer feels restrictive, why cant best friends place and move furniture when playing online? I trust them, that's why they are best friends.… Expand
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#3 Best Switch Game of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2020

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90

Universal acclaim - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 110 out of 111
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 111
  3. Negative: 0 out of 111
  1. Universo Nintendo
    Dec 19, 2020
    95
    Animal Crossing New Horizons is basically perfect. Full of wholesome content that helped us cope with the COVID-19 pandemics, the game keeps the heart of its predecessors while innovating enough to make it unique. It may not have won Game of the Year but it'll be the game we all remember from 2020, for sure.
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  2. The Digital Fix
    Jun 22, 2020
    80
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a stunning new instalment in the Animal Crossing franchise, hindered only by its lack of immediate content, quality of life issues and missing returning characters and features While future updates will give the game long-term playability, for those already sipping vacation juice on their five-star islands, island life feels pretty mundane right now.
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  3. CD-Action
    May 12, 2020
    95
    It’s full of detail, pretty small things, and surprisingly well working simulations and systems – everything polished in such a way that the player really does care about everything that’s going on. [06/2020, p.40]
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