Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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  1. IslandCrossing
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    When my partner first told me about Animal Crossing, I was kind of excited. I’m from a tropical region and, while I hadn’t played it as a kid, I had played Harvest Moon, and the prospect of making my own cute farm island was a reassuring way to pass COVID-19 quarantine. The reality was not cute. My boyfriend didn’t think I wanted to play for some reason and set up the island and strippedWhen my partner first told me about Animal Crossing, I was kind of excited. I’m from a tropical region and, while I hadn’t played it as a kid, I had played Harvest Moon, and the prospect of making my own cute farm island was a reassuring way to pass COVID-19 quarantine. The reality was not cute. My boyfriend didn’t think I wanted to play for some reason and set up the island and stripped it of all resources. I had no idea how ACNH worked so I started a save file thinking I would either get my own island or have different resources generated for my file, or like anything a reasonable designer would think of, right?
    Instead of starting with a tutorial explaining what choices would be permanent and unchangable, I got a message that just told me to put my tent down. Noticing all the trees were bare, I confusedly put my tent close to my bf’s and tried to figure out what to do. After running around breaking my flimsy tools for two hours trying to get wood and stone that wouldn’t spawn, I looked up what was happening. Not only was there no way to respawn resources other players had hoarded, accidentally or not, as the non “representative resident” I couldn’t donate to the museum until it was complete and I could not build the store nor decide where it was placed. I also learned that expanding our houses was impossible if they were too close, which seems like vital clarifying information in a game aimed at children.

    We tried playing for a few days but even though we were communicating it was not working out. We play video games very differently. I am impatient. My partner doesn’t like to put much thought into games or rush. I found out that I could time surf but my partner doesn’t want to do that since he is, apparently, “an animal crossing purist” or rather he doesn’t want the villagers to be “mad at him for cheating.”

    For those who are reading and saying “so what you’re just not trying to cooperate” we really are and ACNH doesn’t really provide anything to help with that! There’s no shared inventory pool so multiple players can easily contribute to helping build up the town.
    In order to send resources to other accounts on the same system you have to either mail them per item for 200 bells each (time consuming and not cheap x 12 items per day). Not exactly helpful. So after two days I had switched to hitting Nook miles achievements and using all my miles for nook tickets so I could actually like, get anywhere in the game without stripping the island of resources he needs to build the town. My partner was surprised I payed off my home loan before him. I told him I was using the Nook tickets like a revolving door to rack up achievements and resources. He said he had not used a ticket yet and had just bought hair styles. He was embarrassed to tell me this. I realized I was making him feel bad about his playing style just by him having to watch how I play. I normal speed through games faster than he does but he never has to play the same file I do until ACNH. We had thought this would be a fun bonding activity while we were locked in but it wound up being stressful and anxiety inducing.

    The feeling we had fostered around the game was not one of shared joy and reassurance, but unease and mutual resentment, I resented that I could not run the island and build the town and my boyfriend resented seeing the rushed way I was playing since it took the relaxing element of playing away from him. So yesterday, I emptied my inventory out on the ground and deleted my Animal Crossing file. We have pretty good communication and lots of other games I enjoy so while upset, I’m know my ACNH experience isn’t as bad as it could be. I know if I was a kid ,who are the ~main group~ this game was made for, who had to share this with a sibling while in quarantine I would be crying. Even if we bought a second cartridge we can only have one island per switch system.
    Half the world is unemployed for at least a month, does Nintendo really expect people to buy second and third switch systems to play one game fairly?

    TLDR: I rate this game 0/10 for worsening an already traumatic experience of being trapped in my house with no control over the world, and making my partner and I feel bad for just wanting to play a game differently. Bad user experience design for no easy item sharing while demanding people share an island. This was frustrating as adults with good impulse control, I cannot imagine how infuriating it is for the target audience of children and teens.    … Expand
  2. Crimsonfangss
    Mar 26, 2020
    3
    Would easily be a 9 or 10... if I wasnt completely unable to progress for letting my little sister play first, meaning she is resident rep. She swears she is never asked to complete the tasks needed, or else it's unclear. All I can do is spend nook miles to farm resources before handing the console back to her. Worse still, only the resident rep is given crafting recipes, so no ladder forWould easily be a 9 or 10... if I wasnt completely unable to progress for letting my little sister play first, meaning she is resident rep. She swears she is never asked to complete the tasks needed, or else it's unclear. All I can do is spend nook miles to farm resources before handing the console back to her. Worse still, only the resident rep is given crafting recipes, so no ladder for me..... would like to know went diving is gone to, as we were looking forward to it.… Expand
  3. noname000
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Experience from the whole game was ruined by the fact that second player is just a barely more than a visitor. They can't do anything that is going to make an impact on the game moving forward. If this whole cash grab strategy with one island is fixed, then the game is 10/10
  4. Tuckerbox
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    I cannot believe this game will only allow 1 island per switch. Not even 1 island per game card, which even then is ridiculous. I want to play this so badly but to do so I need to buy a WHOLE other switch? Despite not agreeing with even needing another game card at least it would mean I can still enjoy this game and I would have totally done so. This greed by Nintendo is very disappointingI cannot believe this game will only allow 1 island per switch. Not even 1 island per game card, which even then is ridiculous. I want to play this so badly but to do so I need to buy a WHOLE other switch? Despite not agreeing with even needing another game card at least it would mean I can still enjoy this game and I would have totally done so. This greed by Nintendo is very disappointing to see as I have always been such a big fan of them. The entire premise of the console is to be for family and sharing yet they pull a stunt like this. Very disappointing Nintendo I hope they fix this soon.… Expand
  5. MrDripyDrip
    Mar 26, 2020
    1
    The fact that they force you to buy another switch to actually be able to enjoy the game if you’re not the primary player is so greedy i have never seen anything like that, disappointed.
  6. Baddy1927
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Can only have access to one island per console. No good to me or my misses as we can't play individual games. Sold it, lost £10. May rebuy the game if they update it but it's not looking likely. Utter ****
  7. Hanlond
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Gameplay is determined by the first login. They pick the island and all other users exist on their island and have a completely frustrating game play experience. Save your money.
  8. Eldurjn
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    I bought this game and my husband unlocked pretty much everything already. Now I wanna play but it only allows one island per person. Even if I buy another copy of the game it would not let me have another save.
  9. evan22
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    This game is great for one player. As dozens of other reviews say, the problem starts when you have multiple people in the house. My girlfriend was just as excited to try this game as I was when we got it, so you can imagine the disappointment for both of us when we discovered how there can only be one island. As player 1, I spend most of my gameplay feeling guilty and feeling bad aboutThis game is great for one player. As dozens of other reviews say, the problem starts when you have multiple people in the house. My girlfriend was just as excited to try this game as I was when we got it, so you can imagine the disappointment for both of us when we discovered how there can only be one island. As player 1, I spend most of my gameplay feeling guilty and feeling bad about making decisions that she’s not allowed to participate in or trying to balance between wanting to do everything but not wanting to take all the resources from her. As player 2, she spends the gameplay basically just being a visitor to the island, never able to make any actual changes or shape the island how she really wants. She’s also locked out of many little tasks (such as helping Gulliver). This simple mechanic that would be easy to fix in an update has truly ruined the experience for both of us. The fact that Nintendo is trying to use this as an opportunity to sell more switches is absolutely absurd and it’s honestly really disappointing. It turned what should have been a happy and fun experience for us both into a really disappointing one all in the name of corporate greed. Shame on Nintendo.… Expand
  10. Bobyjane
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Obviously a cash grab from Nintendo. Anyone who played animal crossing before shouldn’t expect the same experience with this.

    One island per switch and you have to pay to get more ? What happened providing a game where everyone in the household can play they own game ? Seriously disappointed. Skip
  11. ReaperSNW
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    A fun game and a good way to put a new spin on an older franchise. Great evolution in the series and it made playing with other people a lot easier. Can not stop playing.
    And to all the review bombers... Even a bad amount of research would have told you everything you're complaining about MONTHS in advance. We already knew there was only one island per console and that you'd have to play    A fun game and a good way to put a new spin on an older franchise. Great evolution in the series and it made playing with other people a lot easier. Can not stop playing.
    And to all the review bombers... Even a bad amount of research would have told you everything you're complaining about MONTHS in advance. We already knew there was only one island per console and that you'd have to play with each other or have multiple consoles. Get over yourselves and learn to research a purchase before you throw money at things lol    … Expand
  12. pioslik
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    For extremely anti-consumer and immoral practices this company should be sued for huge billions of dollars.
  13. Motmaha
    Mar 24, 2020
    5
    As many have stated the pure stupidity behind the decision for one island per switch amazes me. literally just brought a switch for me and my partner with this game and one of us has to just be a tag along. Imagine any other game doing this it would be stupid please change this.
  14. UVsensitive
    Mar 26, 2020
    1
    Bought the game digitally because EB games was closed. Playing on my old switch instead of switch lite because it can connect to TV. But since my old switch isn't my main, it has to be connected to the internet to see if I can play my own game. So I can literally only play at home.I wanted to be on my old switch so my gf can start and account and I could help her. But she doesn't get toBought the game digitally because EB games was closed. Playing on my old switch instead of switch lite because it can connect to TV. But since my old switch isn't my main, it has to be connected to the internet to see if I can play my own game. So I can literally only play at home.I wanted to be on my old switch so my gf can start and account and I could help her. But she doesn't get to experience any of the game. Now she has to play on my switch, while I play on hers. Once we buy 2 more physical copies so we can play.

    Never left my review for a game in my life. This is just greedy    … Expand
  15. Cashdown
    Mar 26, 2020
    1
    1 island per console means that after splitting the game 50/50 with my girlfriend I feel like a player 2 being unable to do most things. This issue needs fixed.
  16. mikehook1
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    The perfect game has come out at the perfect time. The days are moving quick.
  17. Alex5jan
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    The fact only one person gets to play per switch is insulting. What about if I have two kids? Returning this money grab of a game. Shame on you!
  18. bruhmoment2
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    I've never been a HUGE fan of the franchise, but Animal Crossing: New Horizons quickly caught my attention with its gorgeous art style and large amount of content. Above all that, this is the most fun I've had with any switch game, and it's also the most relaxing game I've played in such a long time. The sheer amount of joy this game emits will put a big grin on your face and urge you toI've never been a HUGE fan of the franchise, but Animal Crossing: New Horizons quickly caught my attention with its gorgeous art style and large amount of content. Above all that, this is the most fun I've had with any switch game, and it's also the most relaxing game I've played in such a long time. The sheer amount of joy this game emits will put a big grin on your face and urge you to play more. As soon as you think there isn't anything to do, just talk to Tom Nook and he'll give you at least three different tasks. Albeit the start of the game is a little slow, but Animal Crossing: New Horizons is absolutely brilliant, the perfect escape to our current quarantine situation, and is already a GOTY contender.… Expand
  19. LyoreC
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    I love sharing a game with family members, only to find out the first person to play the game is the only person who actually gets to experience the game fully. There is literally no point in me playing this game unless I want to walk around shaking trees and building fishing rods, while the first person to play the game actually gets to enjoy what I can only assume is a good game. I onlyI love sharing a game with family members, only to find out the first person to play the game is the only person who actually gets to experience the game fully. There is literally no point in me playing this game unless I want to walk around shaking trees and building fishing rods, while the first person to play the game actually gets to enjoy what I can only assume is a good game. I only played the game for an hour and I want that hour of my life back, thanks Nintendo.… Expand
  20. warc9
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    It's a fantastic game. Just fun to play. Nice and relaxing. The Island is a bit small but it doesn't change the overall fun of the game. People have been giveing this game a 0 just beacuse it only gives you one island per switch and while that could be a minor annoyance it doesn't take away from the fun of this game at all.
  21. Patacorow
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    The main game is great, a classic Animal Crossing experience with tons of new features and a great setting. It really is a lovely game.

    However, problems begin to surface when you want to play with another person. I purchased this game to make the corona quarantine easier for me and my gf, but as soon as her character arrived at the island (I arrived first), we found out she was nothing    The main game is great, a classic Animal Crossing experience with tons of new features and a great setting. It really is a lovely game.

    However, problems begin to surface when you want to play with another person. I purchased this game to make the corona quarantine easier for me and my gf, but as soon as her character arrived at the island (I arrived first), we found out she was nothing more than a 'secondary' citizen.

    She couldn't get new DIY recipes, participate in new projects, put things in the museum or even help with existing projects. Her progress was limited by mine, and since I don't play as much as her, she basically got a watered down version of the game.

    This is obviously a conscious design decision on Nintendo's part to encourage players to purchase more Switch consoles, since you cannot have more than one island on the same one. This creates a TERRIBLE experience for anyone who is not the first player - I can only imagine how much this would suck for a whole house of people who want to play together.

    This is similar in vein to how the online features are locked only to players with an online subscription. If they are not present - other local players can't play online, so the only way to work around this is to create the online subscriber's character in local multiplayer using another controller, and then just have them stand around, allowing other players to use online features. Again, a stupid, GREEDY design decision by Nintendo.    … Expand
  22. TalkNoJutsu
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    This game is as wonderfully entertaining as it is broken in forcing people to buy multiple switches and copies of the game to play it to it's fullest. Nintendo are being completely trash with the way save games are being handled with this game and forcing only one Island per console.
  23. Shelly34
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    The new Animal Crossing is really successful and it is great fun to play this game.
    There are many innovations and the gameplay has been made very motivating.
    Now comes the big BUT: You can only build one island per console and per game. That means the second player has the A .... card. We are currently playing the game in party mode on the couch together and we are just EXTREMELY    The new Animal Crossing is really successful and it is great fun to play this game.
    There are many innovations and the gameplay has been made very motivating.

    Now comes the big BUT:
    You can only build one island per console and per game. That means the second player has the A .... card. We are currently playing the game in party mode on the couch together and we are just EXTREMELY disappointed with Nintendo.
    How can you develop a game today that has such a bad couch co-op mode and then ask a family that everyone should buy a console and a game if you want to build your own island and not all the time like want to run one annoying tag after the other.
    A split screen, for example, would have been a great idea for the couch co-op, where the second player can go wherever he wants and do whatever he wants, that should be possible without any problems in 2020.

    I actually would have liked to give the game 5 stars, but I'm just disappointed with Nintendo, it's not that difficult to provide a separate island for each player on a console.

    Unfortunately, all other players lose the fun of the game !!!!    … Expand
  24. LPDani
    Mar 26, 2020
    1
    EDIT:
    Some people just refuse to understand the situation so Im going to copy it directly from nintendo support:
    Is there a way to create multiple islands? You can only create one island per Nintendo Switch system, even if you use multiple games. A different system is required to create a different island. The island save data is saved on the Nintendo Switch system, so there will only    EDIT:
    Some people just refuse to understand the situation so Im going to copy it directly from nintendo support:
    Is there a way to create multiple islands?
    You can only create one island per Nintendo Switch system, even if you use multiple games. A different system is required to create a different island.
    The island save data is saved on the Nintendo Switch system, so there will only be one island (save file), even if different games are used on the same system.

    If I purchase a second system, can I transfer the save file (island data) to a different console?
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons does not support the ability to transfer your save file from one Nintendo Switch system to another.

    Is this game compatible with Save Data Cloud?
    This game does not support the Save Data Cloud functionality of Nintendo Switch Online.

    When multiple players live on one island, does everyone have access to the same places and items?
    There are some tasks on the island that the Resident Representative (first resident on the island) must complete before the related features will be open to other players. For example, only the Resident Representative can receive and set up Blathers’ museum tent.
    It is not possible to reassign the Resident Representative role to another player. If certain places or items in the game aren’t available for island residents, have the Resident Representative progress to the point where the item or feature is available for them, then try again.

    So for people who are trying to defend this by saying this was always the case with the franchise, firstly its not true, secondly its frikkin 2020, there is literally no logical reason for not letting people have multiple save files, the only reason is to make people buy new consoles.
    If you intend to play alone, lucky you, but most of us don't. Think of a couple or a family with kids, don't tell me they should buy a new console for each family member just because "the franchise was always like this". Im sorry, but this is just BS.

    Original review: Was looking forward to play this with my wife, then I came across the information that the game is limited to one save per SYSTEM, so not even buying two copies of the game is enough, I would need to buy another switch just for this game... wtf director Aya Kyogoku and Producer Hisashi Nogami ?? why dont you want me to buy your game??    … Expand
  25. LuckyAlfred
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    I have played the game for about 30 hours now and had a lot of fun. I see that a lot of people don't like the wait, but if you say that then why did you buy the game? And there is always the option of time travelling. I had a huge blast with the game so far and it came out at the perfect time for corona.
  26. zockoL
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    this game is totally good, except for that one island feature. i can't play AC: New Horizons without waiting for my girlfriend comming from work and continue playing, cause she is the major. **** system
  27. EldLiger
    Mar 26, 2020
    3
    Animal Crossing has always been a charming, simple game designed to be a relaxing sandbox. New Horizons definitely checks all those boxes, even if it does very little to actually improve on the game's age old formula.

    One thing I see as a big step back (or at least a completely stagnant characteristic on par with harvest moon's stubborn refusal to include same-gender relationships while    Animal Crossing has always been a charming, simple game designed to be a relaxing sandbox. New Horizons definitely checks all those boxes, even if it does very little to actually improve on the game's age old formula.

    One thing I see as a big step back (or at least a completely stagnant characteristic on par with harvest moon's stubborn refusal to include same-gender relationships while indie games like Stardew Valley do it so well) is the island sharing mechanic. I see a lot of people complaining that anyone who complains about this just wants to be ¨boosted¨, to stop whining and enjoy the game. The only logical reasoning is that those people are so entitled that they cannot imagine the game was not made for their sole enjoyment or so socially challenged that they cannot fathom how a family might want to share a console while still having a full gameplay experience for all players.

    While I will not rant on and on about how this is completely unacceptable, it does show that the developers either can't design a game that allows for separate and independent save files (a worrying prospect) or did not imagine that some people might like having their own, separate sandbox experience without either having to limit their own or other people's experience in order to do so, after multiple installments of a very family-friendly game (families usually have more than one people in them, and many will have more than one member interested in the game), which is brings me to believe that while Animal Crossing will always be able to deliver in charm, it will never grow to be better than what it is and will always be.

    This might be the last Animal Crossing game I will purchase, unless I see some effort on their part on actually creating an evolving experience with each game.

    TL,DR: Good and fun, buy if you have your own console, skip it if you have to share with someone else.    … Expand
  28. koort12
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    This game should be punished for ruining the multiplayer user experience in the name of increasing their console sales. This is not, and should not be acceptable to the current industry regardless of the quality of solo game. Consoles that have such heavily integrated user accounts and such profound multiplayer capability should not restrict users usage to one save per console.
    Wake up    This game should be punished for ruining the multiplayer user experience in the name of increasing their console sales. This is not, and should not be acceptable to the current industry regardless of the quality of solo game. Consoles that have such heavily integrated user accounts and such profound multiplayer capability should not restrict users usage to one save per console.
    Wake up consumers and set consumer boundaries!! Wake up Nintendo and stop abusing the system for your sales!! Show us you actually DO CARE and CHANGE THIS ONE SAVE PER CONSOLE ATROCITY!    … Expand
  29. BeanMachine
    Mar 26, 2020
    4
    I really wish I could give the game a 10 but the decisions made in order to make money from this game are so greedy. It is intentionally set up to make people buy multiple consoles per household.

    I initially got over the "one island per console" aspect, however the fact that I can't make any island decisions or lose out on DIY recipes because I didn't play first is ridiculous, there    I really wish I could give the game a 10 but the decisions made in order to make money from this game are so greedy. It is intentionally set up to make people buy multiple consoles per household.

    I initially got over the "one island per console" aspect, however the fact that I can't make any island decisions or lose out on DIY recipes because I didn't play first is ridiculous, there should at least be an option to change the representative of the island. Another issue is that the multiplayer aspect was heavily advertised but is really clunky and awkward. I was really excited for both of us to have friends on the island but you can't cross local and online play, meaning only one person can play while a visitor is on your island. Im just really disappointed because the game has the potential to be spectacular, and if you're a solo player with no other players in the household it is great, but rather than try to make the game as enjoyable as possible for everyone, they decided to make it less enjoyable for secondary players in the hopes people will buy multiple consoles.    … Expand
  30. Nowice
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    C’est un jeu complet, relaxant, et beau... une version bien finie bref un très bon jeu
  31. pawnki
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    It's the best entry in the series so far! I've been looking forward to it since it got announced, and it really exceeded my expectations.
  32. Thesarge
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Do not purchase if you intend to play with multiple players. Only the first child can progress the game or basically do anything on the island. No way for multiple islands. Kids in tears, what a mess. Absolutely moronic decision by the designers to not allow more than one player per game. Unfortunately bought from the Nintendo online shop so can’t return the game. DO NOT PURCHASE. I WantDo not purchase if you intend to play with multiple players. Only the first child can progress the game or basically do anything on the island. No way for multiple islands. Kids in tears, what a mess. Absolutely moronic decision by the designers to not allow more than one player per game. Unfortunately bought from the Nintendo online shop so can’t return the game. DO NOT PURCHASE. I Want to throw the switch out the window. Will sell the stupid thing once ps5 is released.… Expand
  33. Skinny_ev
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Great game, so relaxing in these times. Everyone seems to be complaining about only one island per switch but I sort of like this idea. I am player two and there have only been a few things that I haven't been able to do but in the grand scheme of the game and the fact that you can explore so much.
  34. jusuapi
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Apparently a problem that was already here in New leaf is such a big deal that people are giving one-star reviews, imagine that... While it's true that having only one island is kind of disappointing, the whole game experience, combined with how far these series have come, make this game an absolute pleasure to play. Nintendo has really gone out of its way to develop new mechanics and makeApparently a problem that was already here in New leaf is such a big deal that people are giving one-star reviews, imagine that... While it's true that having only one island is kind of disappointing, the whole game experience, combined with how far these series have come, make this game an absolute pleasure to play. Nintendo has really gone out of its way to develop new mechanics and make it an original and new exciting experience.
    I swear to god sometimes crybaby fanboys are the absolute worst.    … Expand
  35. Stryker34
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Typical nintendo being 2 decades behind the times when it comes to basic features we expect from games. One island per console.... The people who share the island with the p"primary owner" end up getting a half baked experience. This game should allow multiple account Dave's on a console. Like every game for the past 20 years.
  36. Fartspider
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Soo good!!!!! Has Animals there is crossing. It's perfect what more could you want!
  37. Andari
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    animal crossing new leaf was way better, the new breaking tool system sucks... the extra wait for game was not worth it 0/10
  38. Jmac2002
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love the game so far, as I expected its the most worked out game in the franchise, I'll give it a 10, I was going to give it an 8 for online play but noticed that, its not the end of the world by that, like in 3ds wasnt like that already?… Expand
  39. SadAnimalCrossi
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    I was looking forward to playing this game, but the inability for different users to have their own islands makes it so I literally cannot play this game. My girlfriend started an Island, and she wants to play her Island her way. I want to play my own Island, but I can't. My only option (fun as it may be) is to play on my girlfriend's island, unable to make decisions and unable to moveI was looking forward to playing this game, but the inability for different users to have their own islands makes it so I literally cannot play this game. My girlfriend started an Island, and she wants to play her Island her way. I want to play my own Island, but I can't. My only option (fun as it may be) is to play on my girlfriend's island, unable to make decisions and unable to move around freely. The game is great, I just wish I could play it. I have no choice but to give it a 0 since I'm not even allowed to play! Nintendo, please reverse this decision and let me play your game!!… Expand
  40. MinaBekker
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Absolute great, I'm playing nonstop. The game chars are charming, the graphic is cute, this is honestly an awesome game.
  41. Helena2308
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    Sehr gutes Spiel! Einziges Manko ,dass man bloß eine Insel pro Switch haben kann.
  42. GurinJaw
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    I am one of those who were negatively affected by the whole resident representative thing; it is super inconvenient because it caught me off guard since I didn't know that this is going all "New Leaf Mayor" situation again. Though I am honestly really glad that I can share the island with my siblings, but that being said, it should be completely optional whether you want to share theI am one of those who were negatively affected by the whole resident representative thing; it is super inconvenient because it caught me off guard since I didn't know that this is going all "New Leaf Mayor" situation again. Though I am honestly really glad that I can share the island with my siblings, but that being said, it should be completely optional whether you want to share the island or not. Finally, I don't really get why everyone are assuming Nintendo's intentions behind this decision; this was a thing for as long as I remember in the Wii days (Probably even GameCube?) to share the island/neighborhood with local users, and obviously Nintendo's intentions weren't for you to go buy another Wii; it was purely a game design decision that has nothing to do with forcing people to buy another console, and no one really complained about this in the past as much as now and that's why they never considered adding the "feature" of having multiple islands per console since they assumed that what's not broken doesn't need fixing. The game is fantastic and we really love it, and I really don't think that a red color is needed for Nintendo to notice everyone's feedback.… Expand
  43. AndrogRR
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    The one island thing is so bad for a family with 2 Kids and a Dad they will all have a alone island...
  44. MMEDINA626
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Horrible game!!! Wanted to try because of all the hype but it's the most boring game I've ever had the displeasure of playing. I have no idea why this game is getting so much praise. Gave it an honest go and paid full price but I guess it's just not for me. If you don't mind super slow games then you'll probably be able to get into it.
  45. Mdstwsp
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    No support for multiple users is completely unacceptable in 2020. I love Nintendo but this really needs to stop.
  46. hacazevedo
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    BEST GAME OF MY LIFE!!!! THIS GAME IS THE BEST I'VE EVER SEEN, PERFECT GRAPHICS, PERFECT GAMEPLAY, EVERYTHING IS PERFECT, but if you see some negative reviews is why they didn't feel the classic game that was your friend play and advance some parts and that's a good and nostalgic thing. So my grade is 10/10
  47. Art3mis86
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    So let me start with saying that Animal Crossing New Horizons is a great game. The gameplay loop is satisfying, the music is calming, the graphics are cute and the mechanics are simple enough for anyone to grasp. If you are the sole owner of a Nintendo switch, do not share the console with others and are a fan of the genre then purchasing this game is almost a no brainer.

    However there is    So let me start with saying that Animal Crossing New Horizons is a great game. The gameplay loop is satisfying, the music is calming, the graphics are cute and the mechanics are simple enough for anyone to grasp. If you are the sole owner of a Nintendo switch, do not share the console with others and are a fan of the genre then purchasing this game is almost a no brainer.

    However there is a MAJOR ISSUE with this game and that lies within sharing the game with other profiles on one console. It's a massive shame that greed has taken hold of Nintendo here and has resulted in some extremely anti-consumer practices. Honestly, I expected more from Nintendo. Basically the first profile on the switch to play this game has the full experience (which again, is great), then the following profiles that play have a watered down version of the game, it's almost as if Nintendo are punishing those who don't own their own console. This practice is very old school and Nintendo are obviously way behind in this area. This is almost EA standard of ant-consumerism and they have bucked up their ideas in recent times. I seriously hope Nintendo sort this issue out, mostly because their greed and anti-consumerism is tarnishing and destroying the reputation of a very good game. For the reasons above I have to give this game a 0/10, such practices shouldn't be happening these days and especially from a company that is so family focused. Thanks for reading.    … Expand
  48. Dangus
    Mar 26, 2020
    6
    Game feels too linear for AC and just unfinished. The crafting mechanic feels added just to slow progress. Daughter cant do anything without my assistance because Nook is closed for 2 days. Feels like a mobile game youd play 1 hr a day.
  49. vincentrx
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    The game looks good.
    Too bad I can't actually play it: only the first player logging in gets the full experience. As player 2 you are stuck behind player 1 progression and do not get to do as much as him.
    A pity and a shame for Nintendo.
    Really frustrated and disappointed.
  50. Pacifist1988
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Если бы я хотел кровавой бойни за возможность построить совой "райский уголок" на нашей единственной в семье консоле Switch, то купил бы DOOM Eternal!

    Самая, мать ее, мирная и добрая игра сезона.
  51. fakegamer
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Obviously those who score below 8 are bandwagons and pandemic players .

    Nintendo already announced that there is only one island per console before the game was released.

    Next time use your brain before you buy a new game oh and by the way Nintendo doesn't care about your ratings anyway the game was successful.    … Expand
  52. akiiyra
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    I've been playing for a couple of days and while i honestly thought it was a 9, i soon realized my sister as player 2 wasn't really able to do anything fun in the game and that really sucked out all the enjoyment I had with the game. Being able to have fun alone is no fun at all. I really hope Nintendo fixes this as the one island per console policy is incredibly unnecessary.
  53. Spankle
    Mar 26, 2020
    7
    Don't listen to the salty review bombers.
    The game is nice. It's relaxing and you can really get caught up in the collecting aspect of it. There are only two big issues for me:
    1) They still haven't integrated an in-game time travel system yet, despite the fact that you can only play about ~30 minutes to an hour every day if you don't time travel using the Switch's system settings. This    Don't listen to the salty review bombers.
    The game is nice. It's relaxing and you can really get caught up in the collecting aspect of it. There are only two big issues for me:

    1) They still haven't integrated an in-game time travel system yet, despite the fact that you can only play about ~30 minutes to an hour every day if you don't time travel using the Switch's system settings. This is frustrating because the developers know very well that half (if not more) of the players playing the game will time travel anyway, so refusing to make it an in-game mechanic seems like stubbornness. A lot of time is wasted when you have to save, close the game, go to system settings, change the time and re-open the game every 30 minutes just to advance to the next day.

    2) As I had feared when the game was announced, the game sadly is not worth the $60 price tag, no matter how you split it. What it does do, it does perfectly, just like all the Animal Crossing games before it, but it just doesn't do enough to warrant the nearly-doubled price compared to New Leaf. There are apps on iOS that legitimately have more content than this game, and this game cost me a whole day's wages. In short, if you're a die hard Animal Crossing fan, you'll probably love this game, but then again, if you really are, then you were going to love it regardless of what I said. If you have not played Animal Crossing before and are looking into it, I would advise against getting New Horizons unless you are flush with cash. You'll get the same experience by buying one of the earlier, cheaper Animal Crossings or a comparable game like Stardew Valley or Harvest Moon.    … Expand
  54. Mako_Solider_X
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    Just as addictive and fun as previous entries with a lot of great addtions and quality of life changes.The crafting is fun and rewarding and the Nook Miles keep you feeling like theres nothing to do during that day once you've finished up with other daily task. You can coustimze so much in this game even reshaping the entire island to your liking.The one downside is that there can only beJust as addictive and fun as previous entries with a lot of great addtions and quality of life changes.The crafting is fun and rewarding and the Nook Miles keep you feeling like theres nothing to do during that day once you've finished up with other daily task. You can coustimze so much in this game even reshaping the entire island to your liking.The one downside is that there can only be 1 island and tje person to create tje orginak island gets to make some choices that other players wont… Expand
  55. MarioStart
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Моей первой игрой из серии Animal Crossing была New Leaf, на Nintendo 3DS, до сих пор в неё залипаю. И всё же, New Horizons ничуть не хуже её предшественника. Да, там нет возможности создать второй остров на консоли, но мне это и не нужно, я не собираюсь отдавать кому либо свою консоль или с нуля обустраивать второй остров.
    Немного кривой мультиплеер (в плане удобства). В принципе из    Моей первой игрой из серии Animal Crossing была New Leaf, на Nintendo 3DS, до сих пор в неё залипаю. И всё же, New Horizons ничуть не хуже её предшественника. Да, там нет возможности создать второй остров на консоли, но мне это и не нужно, я не собираюсь отдавать кому либо свою консоль или с нуля обустраивать второй остров.
    Немного кривой мультиплеер (в плане удобства). В принципе из недостатков лично для меня ничего не выявил. Я получил то, что хотел. Не понимаю, почему из за отсутствия возможности создания второго острова полетело столько негативных отзывов. Хотел поставить 9/10, но игра не заслуживает балла 6,2 (на момент написания отзыва), поэтому решил хотя бы своим никому не нужным отзывом как то пошевелить статистику.    … Expand
  56. Supmotto
    Mar 26, 2020
    1
    Well I can't play the properly game since I let my sister play before me, I either have to delete her save and be a terrible brother or just let her play the game unless I buy another switch Nice one nintendo.
  57. jedijunky
    Mar 26, 2020
    7
    The game is absolutely lovely but the couch multiplayer is so poorly implemented it will lead to divorce. Half the game, if you’re playing it with another player half the game is waiting for them to do stuff. Also, you have to walk back to the recycling bin all the time as even though the other villagers have their own inventory,’ it’s so poorly implemented. They should have honestly keptThe game is absolutely lovely but the couch multiplayer is so poorly implemented it will lead to divorce. Half the game, if you’re playing it with another player half the game is waiting for them to do stuff. Also, you have to walk back to the recycling bin all the time as even though the other villagers have their own inventory,’ it’s so poorly implemented. They should have honestly kept it single player rather than shoehorning this dumpster fire of cooperation in. If you want a better co-op game, try luigi’s mansion, or get another switch to play this with a friend.… Expand
  58. Susiesaurus
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    Brilliant game! Relaxing, fun, and just sweet. The new additions of Nook Miles and crafting are nice, but it's very much still the same charm as the old animal crossing games. Only flaws are that it isnt clear that you have to open your island up for people to be able to visit, and that you can only have one island per switch console - only major problem for me! Otherwise, fantastic!
  59. GoldenAbysses
    Mar 25, 2020
    4
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a beautifully crafted game that stays true to it's origins... if you're the first player. I bought this game in hopes that I could share it with my sister, but those hopes have been crushed. I started the game up first, as it's sort of tradition for the older sibling to play the game first in my family, and I had no idea that I was taking away so muchAnimal Crossing: New Horizons is a beautifully crafted game that stays true to it's origins... if you're the first player. I bought this game in hopes that I could share it with my sister, but those hopes have been crushed. I started the game up first, as it's sort of tradition for the older sibling to play the game first in my family, and I had no idea that I was taking away so much freedom from my sister by doing that. When I heard "one island per console", I assumed that the island would be the same on different save files. Both me and my sister could transform that island into whatever we wanted. But, sadly, the grim reality is that she can't do anything on my island. She can do the basic things: catching bugs and fish, shaking trees, paying off her debt etc, but she's left out of doing anything important. Any important progress, like choosing where the buildings and bridges go, is only reserved for me. She's not allowed to have the fun of collecting resources and building our island up from the bottom, and it has ruined both of our experiences. I feel guilty personally knowing my sister, who was greatly looking forward to the game, is extremely disappointed and heartbroken at this development. She can't have fun, and I can't play the game without feeling a sense of guilt. Nintendo absolutely needs to fix this. The game itself is wonderful, I've been having a great time playing it myself, but I can't rightfully advocate for this game when it's been such a huge letdown and disappointment for my sister. I don't even mind if they keep the "one island per console" rhetoric, as long as my sister has the same freedoms I do. If Nintendo wants us to play together, then why are they restricting everyone except for the first player? It makes absolutely no sense to keep true to the friendship and bonding aspect to the game if you're literally making that impossible by both restricting any second player onward and making couch co-op practically unplayable.… Expand
  60. martinvibart
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Even though the game starts off slow, once you get into things and upgrade your tent the game is truly magical. Super relaxing to complete tasks, gain nook miles and explore your island.
  61. Ghoulosaurus
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Fun game. It is shameful that they have bricked up the AC experience just because they wouldn’t want you sharing TOO much of the game. No no, make your family buy individual switches so they can have any fun at all. I hope they fix this or it comes back to bite them, they don’t deserve the support they’ve received.
  62. Jelxys
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    Animal crossing, a game that in these times of isolation comes as a bright light and a hot buy for my switch. The game play on This new entry is steller!

    While being a relaxing town/island building game mixed with various different things like Fishing, Bug Catching and TERRA-FORMING This game has soooo many things for player to catch and do. The bugs and fishes in the game go to    Animal crossing, a game that in these times of isolation comes as a bright light and a hot buy for my switch. The game play on This new entry is steller!

    While being a relaxing town/island building game mixed with various different things like Fishing, Bug Catching and TERRA-FORMING This game has soooo many things for player to catch and do.

    The bugs and fishes in the game go to Blathers the owl (He hates bugs... so make sure you ask him about every bug you find) The owl then takes the creatures too your Islands HUGE museum! This building is beautiful! the fossil section is the coolest part in my own opinion, it has a very cool trail that shows how the dinosaurs evolved and what there ancestors are in current day. Make sure you invite your buds to a museum date (and also to flex your fish you caught and they cant cause they are in a different hemisphere) and to show the beautiful and fun spaces around the fun place.

    OK now here is the part where i get a little mad at Nintendo. Listen... I REALLY like this game, but it SUCKS that my Identical Twin brother who ive played couch co-op since the Days of halo reach, cant own his own island. When i told him that he couldn't, he got excited we could live together... but the drawbacks are just too much... now he just sits there across the room playing Doom Eternal instead of helping me bully a owl with insects for a hour or two.

    Please Nintendo Let My brother have his New Horizon.    … Expand
  63. cesc_larenas
    Mar 25, 2020
    3
    The game is great. Kind of repetitive but you can overcome it anyway. I really liked the game BUT, my girlfriend liked it even more and there's the problem. I usually share my account with a sibling so my girlfriend, after seeing and playing the game with my account, decided to step up and buy the game for herself, even when I already had it just to play it with her profile. Indeed, toThe game is great. Kind of repetitive but you can overcome it anyway. I really liked the game BUT, my girlfriend liked it even more and there's the problem. I usually share my account with a sibling so my girlfriend, after seeing and playing the game with my account, decided to step up and buy the game for herself, even when I already had it just to play it with her profile. Indeed, to share the island was great to her since we could be neighbors and she got familiarized with the island. But... there's just too much difference between the treatment I receive from the game and the one she gets. She just doesn't have any event for herself, they're all directed to me. So... Even if you share, you actually share nothing and that's unpresentable, specially when we actually got two copies of the same game. So... While my original score was an 8/10, I just can't forfeit the awful sharing system… Expand
  64. Flash14N
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Apparently I need to wait till tomorrow to continue playing unless I just want to fish and gather weeds. Why tie progress to real time? This is a fictional universe and I'm looking to get away from quarantine boredom. I would not have paid money for this game knowing it would be another Farmville. Silly bottlenecks have me playing another game and regretting lost money.
  65. Edh586
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Bought this game mostly because my girlfriend wanted it and because it claims to have local co-op. It seemed like a perfect game for us to share and play together. I ended up getting really into it until I realized how big of a problem sharing one island is and not being able to have separate save files. This MAJOR flaw essentially makes this purchase a complete waste of money. If you areBought this game mostly because my girlfriend wanted it and because it claims to have local co-op. It seemed like a perfect game for us to share and play together. I ended up getting really into it until I realized how big of a problem sharing one island is and not being able to have separate save files. This MAJOR flaw essentially makes this purchase a complete waste of money. If you are going to play by yourself, it is worth it but if you are planning to share this game with anyone in your house dont even bother. It is a complete waste of money and a terribly flawed game...unless of course you plan on buying another switch to share the game with someone.… Expand
  66. Jamesmess
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Absolutely disappointed with this game. The gameplay is what you expect from the great Animal Crossing titles, however the multiplayer was heavily mismanaged. First resident is the only island member that can contribute to projects and design the island how they want. Every secondary character is basically submitted to being a resource slave for the first player. The game only allows oneAbsolutely disappointed with this game. The gameplay is what you expect from the great Animal Crossing titles, however the multiplayer was heavily mismanaged. First resident is the only island member that can contribute to projects and design the island how they want. Every secondary character is basically submitted to being a resource slave for the first player. The game only allows one island per switch so the resources you gather daily can only be harvested by a single user each day. This severely limits the whole crafting gimmick of this game. I’d be willing to buy a second game to have another island but it doesn’t matter because the island is locked to the switch and not the game... :(… Expand
  67. Beechs
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I bought it so my girlfriend and I could play. Well as in sure you are all aware, that's not how it worked out. I inabilty to have more than one island per console really upset us. At this point it's her game and I'll stick to my PS4.
  68. Yigzatoth
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Game is solid, i'am giving a 10 because of the unfair review bombing. Otherwise i for me its a 9/10.
  69. Ripfester
    Mar 25, 2020
    3
    Local multiplayer is completely broken; one island per console and the first player is the only one that can actually progress the game (and gets free things that the others have to pay for). Woe betide the household that lets their young child play first, as they will not be inclined to work to keep the game moving for everybody else and you'll all be stuck in the doldrums forever.
  70. Carlz0r
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    New Horizons is the first Animal Crossing game that has managed to keep me engaged for more than a few days, and I can see myself playing this one daily far into the future. The mix between old and new parts of the 'formula' have finally created something that I deeply enjoy playing. It's especially nice to have a little something pleasant to fall back on every day with the worldNew Horizons is the first Animal Crossing game that has managed to keep me engaged for more than a few days, and I can see myself playing this one daily far into the future. The mix between old and new parts of the 'formula' have finally created something that I deeply enjoy playing. It's especially nice to have a little something pleasant to fall back on every day with the world currently going a little nuts over this whole virus situation.

    I'm sorry to hear that the way of handling multiple family members on the same console is so bad. Seriously, it sounds terrible, and I think this aspect of the game could have been done a lot better. I docked one point off my score for you guys... but only one point, because it doesn't affect my experience. If you're planning on being the sole owner and player of this game like I am, it's absolutely wonderful!    … Expand
  71. Nudie
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    As a Animal Crossing veteran since gamecube days, i have to say this is the BEST Animal Crossing game made. It has charm, character and longevity, all put into one cute world. I would highly recommend you playing this game and not listening to the negative comments...
  72. BigNate28
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    One of the best games Nintendo has published in years. Very addicting game play and charming characters. I know this will be a beloved game for years to come and not hard to say it’s an instant classic
  73. Schuetzenhaus
    Mar 25, 2020
    2
    So my wife never played Animal Crossing, I haven't played since the Gamecube version, I thought this would be great to play together.

    Iearn that we both have to be on the same island despite having different accounts. I'm a little disappointed since we can't work on our own thing, but okay at least we'll be able to work together cooperatively right? No. As the second player, I can't help    So my wife never played Animal Crossing, I haven't played since the Gamecube version, I thought this would be great to play together.

    Iearn that we both have to be on the same island despite having different accounts. I'm a little disappointed since we can't work on our own thing, but okay at least we'll be able to work together cooperatively right?

    No. As the second player, I can't help contribute to quests. I couldn't help get bugs/fish to Nook, I couldn't help get materials to help build the shop, I can't help set up the new houses, I can't help build bridges, I can't help contribute anything to the game's story. I'm basically locked in progression behind her; I had to wait for her to get the axe before I could. I have to wait until she's able to build the shop until I can use it. Some of the little activities you can do for points are locked by story progression, so I'm stuck doing the same things over and over with no variety until she progresses the game. And that's so unbelievably frustrating to me since we can't have our own islands. I'm not even talking about simultaneous co-op. This is me playing as a second account.

    What is even the reason behind limiting the second player? This does nothing but break the experience for me, and now my wife feels bad. It's a terrible design decision and I really hope it gets reversed at some point because it's absolute nonsense. There's absolutely no reason why a second profile shouldn't be able to get the same experience as the first. Either give me the little brother mode with limitations but offer me the option to work on my own island with full control, or if there's only 1 island let me help work on our island together without these dumb limitations. I'm just floored at how bad this is.    … Expand
  74. StellarShade
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This is an amazing game!! People have to many personal expectations. if you want to live on a deserted island this is the game for you. Its suppose to be about you alone building a relation with the island dwellers. Its fun and amazing. Don't listen to haters!! Life's a game, play it!
  75. jaceheron
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    As always this is a chill game. Lol to those negative comments. This must be your first ac game. Next time don't get hype without researching the game.
  76. wiipetsto
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    I love it.The progress is slow but that is normal for AC.... It is Relaxing and I found new friends
  77. Bearislegendary
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Absolute **** I wouldnt buy this game ever. It is trash and anyone who buys it is trash
  78. travisfisher
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I loved this game at first. My girlfriend turned me onto it as she had played the previous ones. I bought it for her on my switch as we live together and have been watching her play. She was having a blast so I I decided to join the fun! Upon starting a new player, I was shocked that I couldn't have my own island, but I thought that it wouldn't be an issue. So I joined her island andI loved this game at first. My girlfriend turned me onto it as she had played the previous ones. I bought it for her on my switch as we live together and have been watching her play. She was having a blast so I I decided to join the fun! Upon starting a new player, I was shocked that I couldn't have my own island, but I thought that it wouldn't be an issue. So I joined her island and placed my tent, and started to gather supplies and fish. It was awesome! I played for 5 hours collecting all the fish I could and saving up money for the house. I figured I would help my girlfriend out and add to her projects to progress the island but quickly realized that my options for progression or helping progress were utterly null and void. I was disappointed but continued to play anyway until I could not go any further without my girlfriend (the main player) progressing forward. The next day my girlfriend and I were looking forward to playing local co-op, and I joined her game only to realize that my options for local co-op were also wholly lacking. Not only could I not access my inventory, but I also couldn't interact with anything. Not to mention that anything I picked up not only didn't get saved to my player, but it also didn't get saved to my girlfriends player; it just got shot to some community box in the Community Center. I was reduced to pretty much just following her around running in circles.

    Safe to say that was the last straw. I went from being utterly enamored with the game, shouting praise to my friends, to being completely turned off. The only way for me to enjoy it would be to buy another switch for $300 and another copy of the game for $60, and I'm not going to spend $360 for one game.

    The game is great otherwise, and minus the lack of multiplayer and almost disrespect from Nintendo to the 2nd player, I would have quickly given this game a 10.    … Expand
  79. Monav
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Absolutely wonderful game with fun stuff to do. Great for relaxing, customizing and learning new things. Take it a day at a time with this one.
  80. Chaos80
    Mar 25, 2020
    7
    good game really enjoying it. really wish they made better design decisions such as making online behind a paywall and you only being able to have 1 ISLAND PER CONSOLE. whatever dude just annoying
  81. Deividd
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Muy divertido, te lo pasas genial jugando y el tiempo vuela. 100% recomendable!
  82. sethericson
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    While the game works for players on their own console, the absolutely irredeemable policies in place regarding progression, multiplayer, and access to content make the game absolutely ridiculous to deal with. For example, there is only one island allowed per switch system, which on its own isn't bad, but when you learn that the player that created the island is the "island representative"While the game works for players on their own console, the absolutely irredeemable policies in place regarding progression, multiplayer, and access to content make the game absolutely ridiculous to deal with. For example, there is only one island allowed per switch system, which on its own isn't bad, but when you learn that the player that created the island is the "island representative" and this account alone dictates the progression of the game, the entire user experience is ruined. absolutely ridiculous… Expand
  83. UPB-BOOMER
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    This Animal Crossing is amazing... As the one account that can actually play the game! Only one account can experience what the game has to offer. All other accounts get to build a home and collect. There is a story to be told and progression in this game that is not shared like the island is. The DIY is VERY limited as well for all other accounts the only way to get what the firstThis Animal Crossing is amazing... As the one account that can actually play the game! Only one account can experience what the game has to offer. All other accounts get to build a home and collect. There is a story to be told and progression in this game that is not shared like the island is. The DIY is VERY limited as well for all other accounts the only way to get what the first resident has is to buy a completely other switch. This is a modern game, no reason should there be restrictions like this on a game.… Expand
  84. willowlily35
    Mar 25, 2020
    4
    this is a game that I was looking forward to for months, and while the game itself is beautiful, there is one thing I can't ignore. I hate that I have to share an island with my family. It really pulls away from the enjoyment of the game. I don't get the same sense of accomplishment when the museum fills up. I can't control the look and feel of my island. everything is way too cramped. Ithis is a game that I was looking forward to for months, and while the game itself is beautiful, there is one thing I can't ignore. I hate that I have to share an island with my family. It really pulls away from the enjoyment of the game. I don't get the same sense of accomplishment when the museum fills up. I can't control the look and feel of my island. everything is way too cramped. I just wish the game would have given me the choice of sharing or not. the sad thing is, I wanted to like this game, but I'm not having fun sharing.
    If you're the only one on your island, great, you'll have lots of fun. If not it stinks. and this isn't even a game limitation, it's a switch limitation. that makes it so much worse.
    the only way you can enjoy this game is if you're the only one on your island.    … Expand
  85. MustBeRyan
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Really fun game! An update on the older games while keeping the charm of the series!
  86. Gull
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Game doesn’t let you keep multiple islands. It’s only one island PER SWITCH. If you have two people sharing a console don’t plan on both of them playing this. Can’t even buy two copies, nope, one island per switch. Horrible way to do it
  87. Lucishungry
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    My family and I (mom and two daughters) were really hyped about this game because we have all had very strong attachments to past installations to the franchise. We were very excited especially because this game came as a gift from my dear brother, but lo and behold the game locked my daughters from continuation in the game AT ALL. Older installations would share the players in the sameMy family and I (mom and two daughters) were really hyped about this game because we have all had very strong attachments to past installations to the franchise. We were very excited especially because this game came as a gift from my dear brother, but lo and behold the game locked my daughters from continuation in the game AT ALL. Older installations would share the players in the same town, much like this game, but they DO NOT stop normal progress to secondary players. The most secondary players would have to endure is dealing with whatever name the first player gave the town and sharing a house that could be altered by all of the players on the game. Now, players can’t do so much as chop down a tree or purchase a haircut without going onto the primary account. Usually these problems would be circumvented by buying another game cartridge to create a separate town, but Nintendo has decided to make the game CONSOLE EXCLUSIVE. Not cartridge exclusive which already has a hefty price of $60, but there is a required additional fee of $200 dollars minimum for a switch lite, which has very limited capabilities, or $300 dollars if you want a competent console. Us players will expect to have to pay an additional $240 to $340 dollars should ONE person get their own chance at actually playing the game within a reasonable capacity that the advertisements and previous expectations Nintendo has lead its audience to believe. Maybe this could have been avoided because by simply not purchasing the game, but how should avid fans of the Animal Crossing expect this kind of product to come out as non multiplayer friendly? Others could argue that with the last main game, New Leaf, was single player and that New Horizon is technically multiplayer because there are multiple players existing on the same island. Keyword: existing, not playing. The game should be justifiably playable like, y’know, a game. No less a $60 game. New Leaf was advertised as your own experience and your own town because you are the mayor. This experience is uniquely yours and was advertised as so. Maybe we are expecting too much. Maybe it’s too much to ask for autonomous gameplay for all of the players, despite that capability being apparent in other games on the switch such as Pokémon and on older AC games on inferior consoles, despite the switch being capable of running beautifully rendered and complex games such as Zelda BOTW, it must be too much for the game. Sadly, we were advertised, very strongly might I add, that the game would be capable of multiplayer in its many advertisements. We were told many players can participate in Nintendo’s “Island Paradise” when the reality is that only one player with a sizable sum of money can experience this “Island Paradise” while the secondary players are basically forced to watch as this “Paradise” taunts them for not paying the $300 gateway fee. I hope that future purchasers of the game take all of these points into account and choose to buy this game if they are buying for a single person because this game is by no means suitable for a family or even a pair of friends as turbulence can arise from there being only one person allowed to play the game. My family certainly experienced turbulence and I wish this game has never graced our home. Furthermore, families with multiple switch consoles should wait until the price of the game drops dramatically because other games at a similar price offer so much more. Tldr don’t buy Animal Crossing New Horizons if more than one person will play it.… Expand
  88. Agithor
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. even with the limitations, the game is still a solid game. an amazing game if you just want to relax and just chill. easy to pickup for casual gamers.… Expand
  89. Bwyants
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Game is real good. Wonderful evolution for the series. Ignore any 0’s you see on here. Just head the warnings if you’re looking for local play on one console. Doesn’t take away from the games wonderful atmosphere.
  90. NathanB_69
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I bought this game for my daughter, then had to buy a second copy and also a second console for my wife. Pure cash grab. 100% greed. Oh, and by the way Nintendo, congrats, it worked.
  91. Pokegame
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Please stop the review bombing this game is beautiful and relaxing animal crossing has never supported more than 1 town nothing is changed by this game not supporting it.
  92. kayleehuls
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    It would be an awesome game if they fixed the multiplayer. There are two huge problems with this game that honestly breaks it for me. First: if you have more than one person on the console you all have to share the same island and all the resources. 4 people in my family have to share the same island and it feels so crowded. I wanted to be able to make my own island and customize it how IIt would be an awesome game if they fixed the multiplayer. There are two huge problems with this game that honestly breaks it for me. First: if you have more than one person on the console you all have to share the same island and all the resources. 4 people in my family have to share the same island and it feels so crowded. I wanted to be able to make my own island and customize it how I want but I cant... Second: player one gets to do all the main storyline things and you cant change it unless you reset the game.... Im player 3 and I want to to contribute but I cant. I am really disappointed which is sad because I was so excited about this game. I had new leaf on my DS and it was my favorite game. I hope this gets fixed but I doubt it will since its definitely a tactic to get people to buy entirely new consoles.… Expand
  93. Alonso13
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los mejores juegos para relajarse y jugar un rato día a día, es muy entretenido y si te enganchas no vas a poder parar de jugarlo. Sin duda alguna el mejor Animal Crossing que ha salido y un muy buen juego por si solo.
  94. FixACNHnow
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Fix multiplayer and I will rate this a 10/10 because otherwise I love this game!!!!
  95. SPudinA
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Una obre de arte que salió justo en tiempos de cuarentena, el juego tiene progresión calmada, buen soundtrack y personalización de personajes
  96. PulseBlue
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Animal Crossing has of course improved itself with this new entry. New features like crafting, quick customisation, and being able to place furniture outside is amazing. And with QoL (Quality of Life) improvements, like the ability to expand your inventory and having resources automatically stack, I can’t help but recommend anyone who has a Switch to buy this game.

    The only thing that    Animal Crossing has of course improved itself with this new entry. New features like crafting, quick customisation, and being able to place furniture outside is amazing. And with QoL (Quality of Life) improvements, like the ability to expand your inventory and having resources automatically stack, I can’t help but recommend anyone who has a Switch to buy this game.

    The only thing that stops me from giving a 10 is sadly the same-switch multiplayer, and the concept of it in its entirety. Having multiple villagers on one island, only one can experience the full game, but also stops others from getting further. This gives other players the feeling that they are missing 20% of the experience. From an other players’ perspective, this isn’t great, and the only thing that would make me happy is to just give each player an option to either join an existing island, or create a new one.

    (Also with couch co-op, please allow followers to use the favourites wheel)    … Expand
  97. anxietyscroll
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    0/10. The game has a wonderful ambience and, for a new player as I am, I'm liking it. But it deserves a 0 because I'm NOT GOING TO BUY ANOTHER SWITCH for every sibling that wants to play on my console. People should stop buying this game until multiple islands are allowed. Hope this decision ends the saga and kills the fanbase 'cause it was developed for selling consoles and not for the0/10. The game has a wonderful ambience and, for a new player as I am, I'm liking it. But it deserves a 0 because I'm NOT GOING TO BUY ANOTHER SWITCH for every sibling that wants to play on my console. People should stop buying this game until multiple islands are allowed. Hope this decision ends the saga and kills the fanbase 'cause it was developed for selling consoles and not for the consumer. (Even more ridiculous, I did purchased 2 copies of the game, but it doesn't matter, they WANT you to BUY a new switch)… Expand
  98. DocMoney
    Mar 25, 2020
    6
    The game is great if you plan on playing alone. There are no multiple save files to support multiple islands which creates a huge problem. Do not buy this game if you have multiple people who are interested in playing. You all share an island and all the resources. You would have to buy an additional switch console for any player who wants their own island. It comes off as very antiThe game is great if you plan on playing alone. There are no multiple save files to support multiple islands which creates a huge problem. Do not buy this game if you have multiple people who are interested in playing. You all share an island and all the resources. You would have to buy an additional switch console for any player who wants their own island. It comes off as very anti player.

    I'm very disappointed in the developers decision to force people into the choice of not playing or buying another switch and copy of the game. What other game can you think of that would force a player to make that choice?    … Expand
  99. metaldavid
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I am currently playing this game single player however I feel compelled to review this game based on the multiplayer experience. The decision to lock the game to one island per console is nothing short of a cash grab. I am a long time Nintendo fan since I received a SNES for Christmas as a child but this behavior disgusts me and I am reluctant to spend any more money with this company ifI am currently playing this game single player however I feel compelled to review this game based on the multiplayer experience. The decision to lock the game to one island per console is nothing short of a cash grab. I am a long time Nintendo fan since I received a SNES for Christmas as a child but this behavior disgusts me and I am reluctant to spend any more money with this company if they do not address this problem. Nintendo consoles have always been family focused machines that encourage multiplayer and this seems to go against everything they have ever done to date.

    Sadly they have likely already sold enough units to cover costs and will simply ignore the outrage from their customers.    … Expand
  100. JoeQ_
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Where do I even begin with this game? Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the first Animal Crossing title I have ever played and I am loving every bit of it. I used to be one to shy away from the series because I felt it wasn't a game for me, but boy was I wrong. Everything about the game is exciting and there's so much to do every new day you boot the game up. You start the game off as aWhere do I even begin with this game? Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the first Animal Crossing title I have ever played and I am loving every bit of it. I used to be one to shy away from the series because I felt it wasn't a game for me, but boy was I wrong. Everything about the game is exciting and there's so much to do every new day you boot the game up. You start the game off as a Villager brought to a deserted island with Tom Nook and a couple other of animal villagers. Right off the bat, you're assigned with tasks to keep you busy for the rest of the day. From fishing, catching bugs, gathering materials, crafting items, and expanding the village, there's a lot to do on such a little island. This game couldn't have come out at a better time especially due to the current state of affairs, but it is a game that has had me occupied since the day it came out! Visiting other friends' islands is just as fun and it's really unexplainable how great this game is. It's truly an experience everyone should enjoy.… Expand
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#3 Best 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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