Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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  1. Amyka
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Worst family game ever!!!! IT IS BASICALLY A ONE PERSON GAME.
    NO, YOU CANNOT PLAY TOGETHER WITHOUT FIGHTS!!! BECAUSE ONLY THE PERSON WHO STARTS THE GAME GET TO ADVANCE. THE REST OF THE PLAYERS ARE JUST LIKE VISITORS ON THE ISLAND AND HAVE LIMITED THINGS TO DO. WHAT WERE THEY THINKING??? WILL BE RETURNING THE GAME !!!!    … Expand
  2. Blahha
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Fix the multiplayer and it’d be a 10, this game is great but with a fundamentally broken multiplayer it’s almost useless in regards to the original purchase reasoning. Close to impossible to have meaningful play with my significant other and children. Need the option to designate other players are island representatives with full control and ability.
  3. lazycomplife
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This is everything I've ever wanted in an animal crossing game. My only complaint is the durability on tools. Everything else is wonderful so far. I hope those leaving negative reviews actually get the chance to play this amazing game.
  4. Fuzzyllama
    Mar 25, 2020
    2
    Hugely disappointed. We were super excited for this to come out. My husband downloaded it so he was the first to play. I got on later and I had to be on his island. Bummer... Well now I can't do the quests he's able to do. He works third shift so he doesn't play as much as I do. Please fix this!!
  5. Knivesncrystals
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    Calming but fun. Very enjoyable for someone who plays many different types of games and was looking for something easy-going to play for about an hour each day. I did have to get used to playing in real-time, but its all good now
  6. CyborgDanny
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    The decision to limit one island per switch is an embarrassingly horrible marketing decision to get people to buy another nentendo switch. Meaning that each save file of this game costs about three hundred and sixty dollars. I wonder why nentendo would do that? O yeah, money.

    Not only that, but second player on couch co-op is bafflingly aweful. all items picked up by the second player    The decision to limit one island per switch is an embarrassingly horrible marketing decision to get people to buy another nentendo switch. Meaning that each save file of this game costs about three hundred and sixty dollars. I wonder why nentendo would do that? O yeah, money.

    Not only that, but second player on couch co-op is bafflingly aweful. all items picked up by the second player are sent to a box instead of the inventory for no conceivable reason.    … Expand
  7. Hawkeye1621
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    It's Animal Crossing! 'Nuff said! And to all the butt hurt players let me point out something;
    Locking each switch to one island makes sense. It's the exact same as when it came out on EVERY OTHER SYSTEM. When it came out on GameCube, the Memory card could only hold one town. If you wanted another you had to buy another memory card. The DS and 3DS Games only had enough storage for one    It's Animal Crossing! 'Nuff said! And to all the butt hurt players let me point out something;
    Locking each switch to one island makes sense. It's the exact same as when it came out on EVERY OTHER SYSTEM. When it came out on GameCube, the Memory card could only hold one town. If you wanted another you had to buy another memory card. The DS and 3DS Games only had enough storage for one Town. The Wii only only had one town per Wii. Most of you idiots must not be dedicated fans, otherwise you would know that. Think, or at least learn about the product,, before you wrongfully try to bash it Animal Crossing has been a favorite pastime of mine for 19 years and still going!    … Expand
  8. Kooter_Karnage
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Seriously could have been one of the best Animal Crossing expierences yet, till the shameless and relentless greed of Nintendo is once again thrown back in your face the moment you realize in order to have more than one island, you need more than one switch. Cmon, really... not cool
  9. acfanND
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I started playing Animal Crossing years ago on the Game Cube, have played almost every version on every platform and have been waiting for a full console game for years. I am thrilled with this game and have been trying to pace myself. They’ve made enough changes to make the game fun to play while keeping enough of the traditional Animal Crossing pieces that there is still familiarity. I can’t wait to continue in the game, fill my museum, and customize my island!… Expand
  10. jaystratz
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Love this game, so chill so nice. I will be sinking huge amounts of hours into this game.
  11. Monflo
    Mar 25, 2020
    3
    Tiempos de carga son lentisimos para un juego con graficas inferiores a los de hoy en dia en juegos en un smarphone, lo compre y lo jugue 3 dias ahora quedara tirado por buen rato mucho hype pesima compra
  12. HowDoYouPlay
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. From a single player standpoint, this game is amazing. It has lovely graphics, as well as being jam packed full of content. The only reason this isn't getting a perfect score is because of the 1 island per console rule. I play with my sister, and I was the one who started the island. After watching her play for a bit, It was clear how the game satisfaction to both players were very different. She didn't get to decide where structures such as houses or shops would be placed, and it was a bit confusing at first to figure out how she could get the recipes that I had already learned by completing missions such as donating to Tom Nook. This leads me to my next point, which is how player two wont get as much satisfaction from the game as player one would, whereas player one had to complete an objective to gain an important tool crafting recipe, which has a sense of reward, while player two would have the recipe appear in the shop, not having to work for it. If Nintendo had added the feature of being able to have multiple islands per console, there would be no question that Animal Crossing New Horizons would get that perfect 10/10 from almost everyone.… Expand
  13. Franky1993
    Mar 25, 2020
    5
    What an amazing game super fun to play I grew up with Nintendo but i have never played animal crossing and wow i have been missing out. It's fun to play theres tons of things to do and kill time especially with the corona virus going on right now. But i have to give this game a 5 and that reason being is that well to start off i got this game for my wife she loves animal crossing. We wereWhat an amazing game super fun to play I grew up with Nintendo but i have never played animal crossing and wow i have been missing out. It's fun to play theres tons of things to do and kill time especially with the corona virus going on right now. But i have to give this game a 5 and that reason being is that well to start off i got this game for my wife she loves animal crossing. We were excited to play until we found out we couldn't have two islands you would need to purchase a separate switch to have two island's what a bummer :( and you're limited on the second player i hope they listen to the gamer base and change this because we are not happy. Please fix this! I'd give this a ten but the lack of another island baffles me.… Expand
  14. Henlo
    Mar 25, 2020
    4
    Overall a really good game but it sucks that you can't play the on same island on a secondary console. My primary reason for me to buy the game was to play on the same Island as my fiance at the same time instead of this bad couch co-op. Or atleast be able to play the game split screened. I'm dissapointed. :/
  15. Kael_Ebbs
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    Game was great, until I realized you could only have 1 save. With progress locked to one character, so if you share your Switch with other users, you're unable to make any kind of progress unless the original character has done so. Nintendo expecting people to go out and buy another $300 console just for another Switch is completely unacceptable.
  16. Dave2319
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Game is really bad. All these crazy high scores from reviewers are straight up criminal. Practically always have long double confirmation with every transaction, no goals, crazy checklists

    It's amidst like a much much worse version of minecraft
  17. Novaliis
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Most of the negatives that are mentioned in some reviews here don't apply to me, because I am the only one using my Switch to play that particular game. I do understand though, that it must be upsetting for people with family in the household and one switch device, and now they cannot all enjoy the game the way they thought. To me, the game is almost perfect, the only thing that keeps meMost of the negatives that are mentioned in some reviews here don't apply to me, because I am the only one using my Switch to play that particular game. I do understand though, that it must be upsetting for people with family in the household and one switch device, and now they cannot all enjoy the game the way they thought. To me, the game is almost perfect, the only thing that keeps me from giving this game a perfect score is the still not resolved issue with the cloud save option. Considering that Animal Crossing is a game that many people play for years, it would be terrible to lose all of the progress when your Switch gets damaged/lost or you simply would love to get a different Switch console.
    Other than that, it is a incredibly cute game that keeps me wanting to go back and play every day, which I was not expecting, since this is my first Animal Crossing game I've ever played.    … Expand
  18. LordSpook
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    Hey, first time Reviewer. I know that's gonna auto-discount my review in some eyes, but I've just never been insulted by a game enough that I felt the need to actually make an account and warn people. So please, take it from me, a genuine end user. It's not just pointless negativity. Something tells me the critics never played multiplayer. These dev's are trying to **** you. Now with thatHey, first time Reviewer. I know that's gonna auto-discount my review in some eyes, but I've just never been insulted by a game enough that I felt the need to actually make an account and warn people. So please, take it from me, a genuine end user. It's not just pointless negativity. Something tells me the critics never played multiplayer. These dev's are trying to **** you. Now with that out of the way, let us proceed.

    Animal Crossing: New Horizons promises to let you travel to and inhabit a deserted Island. It reels you in by telling you, "It won't be like before, we swear!" like an abusive ex.

    Don't worry you'll be able to move houses and services at your leisure! (Eventually and for 30k/50k per building) You'll be able to terraform* the island to your vision. (Again, eventually, and not anything on the shores.) You can even live there with your whole family!* (If you don't mind anyone besides the first resident being treated like glorified visitors with a house.)

    Oh but only one island per switch guys because... we want everyone to buy their own switch. (in a global recession because the average family has tons of excess money right now, and definitely aren't all living way below the poverty line. Greetings from America!)

    Here is what they don't tell you:
    1. Only the first resident can advance the main plot points, and unlock those features they lured you in with. If you aren't first resident, you won't even be able to see the recipe's for the objects/furniture you'll be forced to craft, in order to advance the plot.
    2. You have to build everything on this island for everyone one. Don't invite people to live there cause it's gonna be you grinding all day e'ery day for the resources. Not really the Island vacation package it was sold as.
    3. there is Inconvenience baked into the game. Half of the upgrades just get rid of some annoying inconvenience that you were just putting up with. Advance the plot (if you are first resident) to have a slightly less miserable time. I think that's a really lazy and corrupt form of game progression, used only by those that lack the imagination necessary to offer genuinely fulfilling progression rewards. I'ts like hide and seek but you get to remove your blindfold after thirty games (or something.)

    Also ignore any excuse that these annoyances are in the game to ensure fairness, because there are already many money exploits in the game. So in the end it's kinda like the Games for Windows Live disaster of yore. You know, that time when Microsoft thought it was cool to sabotage the stability and enjoyment of their games in the hopes of preventing piracy, which happened anyways. Hamstringing your product to preserve "fairness" is a fools errand. you might as well ask the sun not to rise.

    So the main issue is, if you buy this game you are telling Nintendo that this is an okay business model. "Naw it's cool, us consumers are total suckers. Hey if another Zelda game comes out make sure that only the first person on the console to play the game can advance the plot. so you can force us to buy more switches."

    Other than all that total BS, it had some pretty enjoyable aspects. For one, you don't need to take a freaking personality test to change your hair color. (These developers are asinine.) And everything was pretty much 24/7 until we made progress. (then it went back to their traditional stance of, **** night owls.") But as soon as I found out the game was just gonna treat me like a chump indefinitely, like unpaid labor, it kinda drained any aspect of "working for fun" from the game.    … Expand
  19. al-less
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Not a REAL multiplayer game! Do not buy as a family game or you will have frustrated players. Only the first islander can play this game fully. All additional players can only play a partial version of the full game. They need to FIX THIS BUG! I bought this for my family and only 1 person gets access to play the full game. Would not have bought if I had known and I have loved AC for years!
  20. Kingjavabean
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    This game is extremely cute, I’ve played it every day since release and I can’t get enough.
  21. Takkenno
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    It would be a great game, if you would be able to create a new island for every player. But this way it's just not acceptable.
  22. Oslith
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    I got New Leaf a little bit back and loved it so I was so excited for New Horizons. SO WORTH IT! It's exactly what I wanted and more. If you like Animal Crossing or have never tried it, give it a shot. Very charming, calm, and gives you things to do everyday.

    Also Imagine review bombing this amazing game just because you didn't properly inform yourself on the game and only having one    I got New Leaf a little bit back and loved it so I was so excited for New Horizons. SO WORTH IT! It's exactly what I wanted and more. If you like Animal Crossing or have never tried it, give it a shot. Very charming, calm, and gives you things to do everyday.

    Also Imagine review bombing this amazing game just because you didn't properly inform yourself on the game and only having one island. Is it a bad feature? Lol yeah. Is it worth a 0? HAHAHAHHAHA no. One bad feature doesn't mean the game is awful.    … Expand
  23. laheilig
    Mar 25, 2020
    4
    I really enjoy this game. I bought it as soon as it came out and started up my island. That evening my sister decided to pop in and play with me. We were baffled at the limitations of the second player. As we've progressed I keep finding things that she cannot do or participate in. I hate that she feels left out or completely unable to play with me. Very annoying and sad.
  24. Darun
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Im sorry but its total bs to just have one island, otherwise the game is perfect
  25. cringeyboi555
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    **** piece of **** stupid **** one island mechanic. You can only have one Island at a time, and the second player gets to do nothing. **** you Nintendo.

    9/10
  26. Shi4shi123
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    The game is a much improved version compared to others. Friends and I have played it almost nonstop since it came out because of how much there is to do at any given times. The customization features are phenomenal! Would recommend to anyone looking for an easy breezy game to relax with .
  27. MichaelJS
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    When I first heard about the Animal Crossing series, I had seen tid bits from some youtubers and talks about New Leaf and Pocket Camp. I got Pocket Camp on IOS and played it for a maximum of 20 minutes. It was simple and bland and turned me off the series while i still respected it. I thought it just wasn’t for me. Boy was I wrong (And i should’ve assumed that the mainline games were muchWhen I first heard about the Animal Crossing series, I had seen tid bits from some youtubers and talks about New Leaf and Pocket Camp. I got Pocket Camp on IOS and played it for a maximum of 20 minutes. It was simple and bland and turned me off the series while i still respected it. I thought it just wasn’t for me. Boy was I wrong (And i should’ve assumed that the mainline games were much better than the free mobile game). When Animal Crossing New Horizons was revealed, i thought it looked charming and was interested in giving it a go and i’m so glad i did. So far this game has been a magical experience. Watching the deserted island grow into a thriving society is very satisfying. Gameplay is so calming but also engaging. The game starts slow and progresses while you complete tasks, fish, catch bugs, pick weeds, and build houses for upcoming residents. If i could say one thing to new players: It’s ok if you feel like you’ve done everything you need to for the day and feel like you should put the game down. This game is all about patience which can sometimes be frustrating but also very rewarding. Some days, once you’ve done your daily tasks like gather materials and talking to the villagers, there’s not much else to do and you have to wait until the next day where more stuff will be available. This game is designed to be played over several months and years so don’t rush it and take your time, building your town and getting everything the way you want it. This game is absolutely visually stunning Running at a gorgeous 1080p 30fps. That 30fps might seem like a bit of a bummer, but rest assured it stays at 30fps and never dips and still looks very smooth. The best thing about this game is it’s charm. Talking to each character is such an enjoyable experience. Multi playing with friends is smooth with no lag and a good way to trade items. This game is very addicting and you’ll most likely find yourself spending hours into the night. Keep in mind that the game will keep posing new quests and challenges weeks down the line. But a lot of this game is customisation and making your town look the way you want. I love this game so much, and if you are in the slightest bit interested, give it a try. I didn’t think this sort of game was for me either, but that is because it’s not enjoyable to watch someone else play the game but having your own journey is where the charm lies.… Expand
  28. knowblesse
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Still can not understand the main concept of the game.
    There is really thin gap between the peaceful and the boring. I think this game is the latter. After playing the game for three days, I felt this is kind of "take-out fast food version of peace ." If you can be peaceful by playing the game, just eat an ice cream cone or listen to the ambient seashore sound from the YouTube. It's    Still can not understand the main concept of the game.
    There is really thin gap between the peaceful and the boring. I think this game is the latter. After playing the game for three days, I felt this is kind of "take-out fast food version of peace ." If you can be peaceful by playing the game, just eat an ice cream cone or listen to the ambient seashore sound from the YouTube. It's cheaper and effective.    … Expand
  29. MasterCheff4
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I actually just made a metacritic account just to review this game. This would be an almost perfect game if it wasn't for the one island per switch feature mixed with the first player to log in be in control of the entire game's progression for all players. This is an increasing issue if you actually have 8 players on the same switch.

    Each of the 8 players should have the ability to    I actually just made a metacritic account just to review this game. This would be an almost perfect game if it wasn't for the one island per switch feature mixed with the first player to log in be in control of the entire game's progression for all players. This is an increasing issue if you actually have 8 players on the same switch.

    Each of the 8 players should have the ability to create their own island and be the representative of that island, controlling all progression of that island. Additionally, players on the same switch should be able to buy houses on other players islands on the same switch. This would allow a player to have full control over one island and it's progression, and then also have up to 7 additional houses across 7 other islands on that switch console.

    I enjoy playing on the shared island, but the locked island progression and missing out on that progression is killer to this game. The current system lets player 1 get the full game, with all other players only objective is to complete nook miles.

    Worst part is there was not even a warning at the beginning of the game letting the players know that the first person to play gets full control. I think that is the most disappointing aspect of this situation.    … Expand
  30. totoro0192
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    The game is great! I love playing online with my friends and developing my town, so cute and gorgeous!
  31. Torokun
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    Nintendo has done a great job keeping the consistency of the franchise over span of decades. You have games such as Mario and Zelda where the gameplay matured with new hardwares. You also have games such as Pokemon and Smash Bros where the core gameplay has been kept consistent. I would keep Animal Crossing under that latter category.

    I have no complain about the gameplay aspect.    Nintendo has done a great job keeping the consistency of the franchise over span of decades. You have games such as Mario and Zelda where the gameplay matured with new hardwares. You also have games such as Pokemon and Smash Bros where the core gameplay has been kept consistent. I would keep Animal Crossing under that latter category.

    I have no complain about the gameplay aspect. However, it is a great shame that Nintendo is keeping the multiplayer to be limited to one island per Switch. If you are going to commit to account based system and let multiplay users to have their own account, you simply can not have this approach of locking different account holders under one environment.

    How awesome would it have been if you as a different user starts your own game and a new island emerges and you get to have your own experience. And you can go visit your family members' island?

    It kinda baffles me why Nintendo did not go for this approach with superior hardware such as Switch.    … Expand
  32. JohnnyQuid
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    It’s just a great fun game. Perfect for your kids of any age, perfect for you (assuming your an adult), perfect for your parents. Don’t let the user reviews fool you AC is overall just like the classic one I played as a kid. The customization is great, and I love the island vibe. The one downside IMO is the fact only one player, the first to start the game, is the the only one who canIt’s just a great fun game. Perfect for your kids of any age, perfect for you (assuming your an adult), perfect for your parents. Don’t let the user reviews fool you AC is overall just like the classic one I played as a kid. The customization is great, and I love the island vibe. The one downside IMO is the fact only one player, the first to start the game, is the the only one who can progress the “campaign“ game. Everyone in my house wants to help, which was the case in the older games. A must buy game for the switch . In fact it’s a “must buy switch to play the game” type of game haha… Expand
  33. Tiffhrndz
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    I bought a Nintendo Switch specifically for this game and was sooo excited to get into it. But it turns out you can only have one save file and on top of that, only one character has full freedom in the progress of the island. And since me and sister split the money it took to buy the switch and the game, we were planning to both play. But, little did we know, we can’t both playI bought a Nintendo Switch specifically for this game and was sooo excited to get into it. But it turns out you can only have one save file and on top of that, only one character has full freedom in the progress of the island. And since me and sister split the money it took to buy the switch and the game, we were planning to both play. But, little did we know, we can’t both play individually. What a waste of money for restricted gameplay.… Expand
  34. ATaylor06
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    This game is meant to be a household game where multiple people can play on the same island/town without hindered progress and etc. The current state of the game makes the second person on the island unable to progress through the game as well as limitations on what you can place/do. This is the last thing any of us wanted and has ruined the experience for me. This is a HUGE issue that IThis game is meant to be a household game where multiple people can play on the same island/town without hindered progress and etc. The current state of the game makes the second person on the island unable to progress through the game as well as limitations on what you can place/do. This is the last thing any of us wanted and has ruined the experience for me. This is a HUGE issue that I have no idea why it even got through the testing phase. Change this Nintendo or else I won’t be purchasing DLC nor continue playing this game.… Expand
  35. amcclard
    Mar 25, 2020
    3
    In all honesty, the game is up to the usual par of nintendo quality, however, the local co op multiplayer might as well not exist. If you're looking to play with a partner, friend, family member, etc. don't expect more than simply running around behind them the whole time. It's confusing to me why they even put this option in, it's completely useless and ruins the experience.
  36. Surg3on
    Mar 25, 2020
    6
    Its a lovely single player game with great writing however the multiplayer aspect is just a mess. Absolute mess. It is poorly explained what you can and cant do as a non-primary resident or visitor and you cant do a lot!

    So Single player only give it an 8.
  37. Sarahlynn31
    Mar 25, 2020
    2
    Everything about the game is awesome, except that you know get one island. If you share a switch only one player get to truly experience gameplay. The other person just runs around with minimal objective and less opportunities. If you are a solo player you will very much enjoy the game, otherwise- don’t spend the money.
  38. foxcxnt
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Love the game. As someone who has been playing since Wild World, it’s a universal fact that you’ve never been able to have more than one town/island on any console. If you decided to buy the game as a new player AND didn’t do your research? That’s your bad. Animal Crossing has been the same each and every release in this aspect, and that’s your fault.
    The updates of New Horizons compared    Love the game. As someone who has been playing since Wild World, it’s a universal fact that you’ve never been able to have more than one town/island on any console. If you decided to buy the game as a new player AND didn’t do your research? That’s your bad. Animal Crossing has been the same each and every release in this aspect, and that’s your fault.
    The updates of New Horizons compared to New Leaf is incredible. I love being able to see the leaves and flowers move with the wind, or the fact that we can decorate outside of our homes. It’s created a new found desire to play the game each day!    … Expand
  39. ProfessorChase
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    These negative reviews are insane! This is easily one of the greatest games released for the switch to date. Playable hours will easily match and exceed games like BOTW.
  40. Otakingu
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    While attending high school I spent several hours in my town in Animal Crossing Wild World on the Nintendo DS Lite. Rather surprisingly I spent very few hours on Animal Crossing New Leaf for the Nintendo 3DS. I’ve always felt very strongly about linear games so it was to my great surprise and delight that the new horizons of Animal Crossing is a much structured experience and withWhile attending high school I spent several hours in my town in Animal Crossing Wild World on the Nintendo DS Lite. Rather surprisingly I spent very few hours on Animal Crossing New Leaf for the Nintendo 3DS. I’ve always felt very strongly about linear games so it was to my great surprise and delight that the new horizons of Animal Crossing is a much structured experience and with progression that feels very natural.

    This new installment is an evolution and they have truly perfected an already polished formula. I have spent many hours on my island, and with countless hours more ahead of me. This is how a new installment in a franchise should be done - Development of an already established concept! 10/10    … Expand
  41. SmokeIndigo
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Me and my GF Sharing one Island..the fact that only one player is a full Citizen ruin the whole experience!
  42. ocommodityo
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    My partner and I purchased. We realized today that the 2nd user really is just a visitor and can't progress anything. I really don't understand this logic here. As it stands one player really can't do anything in the game until the other has time to move things forward.

    There are no separated save slots. It does not matter if you have a unique nintendo login. There is one island    My partner and I purchased. We realized today that the 2nd user really is just a visitor and can't progress anything. I really don't understand this logic here. As it stands one player really can't do anything in the game until the other has time to move things forward.

    There are no separated save slots. It does not matter if you have a unique nintendo login. There is one island per switch and the first person to login is the only person that progresses/names the island. It even limits how the 2nd player gets items.

    So completely avoid this title unless you are the sole player on your switch. This was a waste of a purchase. As it stands for a family household, it is actually $300+ to have a working animal crossing title. Well, plus having a separate online account as well, lol.    … Expand
  43. evildoomfoot
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    this game is a solid 8 or 9, the one island per console thing does suck, but so does **** review bombing so it gets a 10 from me to help offset the angry basement dwellers
  44. slayerzack1
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    I have been Playing New Horizons for a while now and it’s worth the wait. The game is relaxing, enjoyable, well thought out, and fantastic you can chill with your friends online. It’s fun for all ages. Right now, we really need a distraction from the chaos around us, and this game has come at the perfect time. So relax, hop on that plane, and enjoy your new life on the beach, in the woods,I have been Playing New Horizons for a while now and it’s worth the wait. The game is relaxing, enjoyable, well thought out, and fantastic you can chill with your friends online. It’s fun for all ages. Right now, we really need a distraction from the chaos around us, and this game has come at the perfect time. So relax, hop on that plane, and enjoy your new life on the beach, in the woods, or even by the river. The choice is yours. Build your own house… Expand
  45. Northpole22
    Mar 25, 2020
    3
    I would agree with most reviews that having a very ... Messed up multiplayer system is bad and will move people away. However I would say if you love old animal crossing then your in luck and all that old goodness is here. However if your wanting something more substantial or have a narrative to keep you entertained intrigued why you're locked at home I'm sorry you're not going to find it.I would agree with most reviews that having a very ... Messed up multiplayer system is bad and will move people away. However I would say if you love old animal crossing then your in luck and all that old goodness is here. However if your wanting something more substantial or have a narrative to keep you entertained intrigued why you're locked at home I'm sorry you're not going to find it. This game is more meant for doing very small monotonous things think of it almost like stardew valley and if you're not really into games like that then it doesn't get much better and it is slowly starting to bore me to tears and I can't see any reason keep playing after 5 days I'm sorry… Expand
  46. Evil_Pasta
    Mar 25, 2020
    4
    Truly a great game.

    With a terrible local multiplayer system... For a console like a Switch... Well, not exactly The "Multiplayer"... Look You have an island. One per console. For all five possible accounts. Just one island. This means that daily resources (from rocks and trees, and some plants) are limited either for just one player or split between all players. But that's    Truly a great game.

    With a terrible local multiplayer system... For a console like a Switch...

    Well, not exactly The "Multiplayer"...
    Look
    You have an island. One per console. For all five possible accounts.

    Just one island. This means that daily resources (from rocks and trees, and some plants) are limited either for just one player or split between all players.

    But that's not everything. The only person that can actually progress the whole island further is the first player, the one that created the island. Other players depend on him. (Imagine having no idea about that, and letting a 6-year-old kid play it first) (Not my problem, thankfully)

    Not only progress, even managing the island is the privilege of the primary player.

    Alright. So if this game is designed this way, maybe players are supposed to play together?-
    -Hah, of course not! First of all - no split-screen. Second of all, everything depends on the group leader. Secondary players can only run around him, do some stuff, but their inventory is non-existent until they get the leadership (meanwhile everything they got as secondary players gets stuck in a limited-size box owned by the player who was a group leader)

    ...
    Have I told you the story of how I ruined the first impression for my older brother, who technically was the first player, but I was the first to actually play the game once the island was created, and I was the one to collect all the available resources...

    //Yeah, I was wondering, why couldn't I progress any further for the last couple of days. So I made quick research... Turns out that's why our experience was so much worse than it should have been//

    ...Game is good, I agree on that part. But there is one problem. Because I and my brother share one Switch, neither I nor he can enjoy it entirely. And after some time we will get to a point, where I'm not getting all of the content the game has just because I am a secondary player.    … Expand
  47. Rovarknjim
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game handles progressing so well. I absolutely love it, the only thing I'd change is having more than one person on multiplayer per switch. Besides that i love how cute it is, making new friends and playing it with my family.… Expand
  48. DRod
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Second player limitations is ridiculous. Shared island should have shared responsibilities. Second player has no motivation in the game because you are hindered based on player 1s progress. You cant contribute to projects, receive extra nook miles for completing task, or receive cool DIYs because only player 1 receives them.
  49. Ison
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Alls i want is my own island it makes no sense to lock it to 1 island per console fix it… Expand
  50. aaronsxc
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This is my first full Animal Crossing game, having watched friends play since the first, and dabbling a tiny bit myself. I've been having the best time tending to my island and its residents. I like being able to play at my own pace, not feeling rushed to objectives, and just getting to relax. That being said, I have also had a very difficult time even putting the game down. Even if youThis is my first full Animal Crossing game, having watched friends play since the first, and dabbling a tiny bit myself. I've been having the best time tending to my island and its residents. I like being able to play at my own pace, not feeling rushed to objectives, and just getting to relax. That being said, I have also had a very difficult time even putting the game down. Even if you have never played an Animal Crossing game before, I HIGHLY recommend checking this one out.… Expand
  51. Pinsol
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    If you have more than one person in your house that wants to play this game, don't bother. You are not only locked to one island per game console, but player 2 is progression locked behind player 1 and cannot do any story activities at all, and they also can't get any tools unless player one has them already. They also can't get any tools the first player didn't already get.If you have more than one person in your house that wants to play this game, don't bother. You are not only locked to one island per game console, but player 2 is progression locked behind player 1 and cannot do any story activities at all, and they also can't get any tools unless player one has them already. They also can't get any tools the first player didn't already get.

    Essentially, if you are player two you can't even really play the game. There is absolutely no reason for it to work this way, as evidenced by the ability to have multiple profiles in the latest pokemon games.    … Expand
  52. Lassius
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Folks seem to think that a mild inconvenience is worth giving a game a rating of 0. If the game does not run, or damages your hardware, or if it is literally unplayable, then that deserves a 0. It's a gorgeous game that makes me happy, it's probably one of the strongest titles in the series. Folks giving this game a 0 are one of the reasons we can't have nice things
  53. Crisantemo
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This game is really well made and deserve to be played, I love every detail but I wish you could do something more in the online multiplayer
  54. andrea3
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    The kids and I were excited to get this after watching the trailer, since we are stuck at home. They play a lot of minecraft and like to play in each other's worlds. I was ok with sharing an island, sharing resources, and working together. It could have been fun to play as a team. Now that we're playing though the game is miserable for players 2-4. My son can't unlock an axe so he hadThe kids and I were excited to get this after watching the trailer, since we are stuck at home. They play a lot of minecraft and like to play in each other's worlds. I was ok with sharing an island, sharing resources, and working together. It could have been fun to play as a team. Now that we're playing though the game is miserable for players 2-4. My son can't unlock an axe so he had to get his sister, who happened to get lucky and be the first player, to make him one. The only work around is having the rest of us play multiplayer using her character, but she is still the only one who can complete any of the tasks and advance the game. It's boring and frustrating for the other players. I would return it but they are invested in the island now, but it's creating a lot of conflict. Do not recommend for families. I'm not buying another Switch for me to casually take part in one game. My pre teen daughter who is player one doesn't even play video games that much anymore. It's pretty ridiculous that Nintendo thinks we will all just buy another system or two for one game. It should not have been marketed as multiplayer and I feel like the advertising video was completely misleading.… Expand
  55. cghaman
    Mar 25, 2020
    2
    I preordered this for my girlfriend—along with waiting in line just to get the limited edition console—and was excited to share a game that I had unexpectedly fallen in love with back on the Gamecube. Boy, have things taken a turn for the worse. Only one island per CONSOLE? That, combined with playing the same awful 3 minute guitar strumming on an endless loop (a bug that Nintendo hasI preordered this for my girlfriend—along with waiting in line just to get the limited edition console—and was excited to share a game that I had unexpectedly fallen in love with back on the Gamecube. Boy, have things taken a turn for the worse. Only one island per CONSOLE? That, combined with playing the same awful 3 minute guitar strumming on an endless loop (a bug that Nintendo has not even acknowledged, let alone fixed)...those in isolation would have dropped this from a 10 to a 5. What drops this all the way to a 2 is the fact that I cannot do anything at ALL to advance the game when she isn't playing. Okay, so I can add to the museum...but I couldn't get the museum to exist, and I cannot get anything else to happen. I am beyond peeved, and Nintendo's silence in response to criticism is deafening. I am furious about this, and would return this game IMMEDIATELY were it not a gift. What on Earth happened to Nintendo? I will NEVER buy another game or game system from Nintendo until they fix what they screwed up.… Expand
  56. Packetochips
    Mar 25, 2020
    2
    Player one being the only player that can actually access the entire game, in its full is one of the worse gaming mechanics I've ever come across. The fact that the game doesn't even allude to this is what makes it even suck even more. Instant 0 from me for this as it completely ruins the experience for any other player other than the "Island representative". cheap, greedy move. Don't evenPlayer one being the only player that can actually access the entire game, in its full is one of the worse gaming mechanics I've ever come across. The fact that the game doesn't even allude to this is what makes it even suck even more. Instant 0 from me for this as it completely ruins the experience for any other player other than the "Island representative". cheap, greedy move. Don't even get me started on the pathetic attempt at "local multiplayer". classic Nintendo… Expand
  57. Eckman6121
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    As someone who is brand new to the series I have certainly enjoyed it thus far. I've got my first house upgrade. I really enjoy the relaxing nature of the game. We have two switches in our house, so we won't be sharing the game. But given the size of the map, I don't really see that as much of a problem. It's not a perfect game, but it's a good game with a minimum of problems. The loadAs someone who is brand new to the series I have certainly enjoyed it thus far. I've got my first house upgrade. I really enjoy the relaxing nature of the game. We have two switches in our house, so we won't be sharing the game. But given the size of the map, I don't really see that as much of a problem. It's not a perfect game, but it's a good game with a minimum of problems. The load times really haven't been as bad as other reviewers have made it out to be and I am playing it as a digital download as opposed to a cartridge. I enjoy the crafting in the game and it can be slow paced at times, most of the time. I can make a ton of money doing whatever I want. I like fishing, so the majority of my money has been from that. Even the crappy tools last a fair bit of time. It does what Animal Crossing games set out to do, to be relaxing and fun. I would love to share my island with other users on my switch, it would be a combined effort, expanding a community of friends and family. Something other reviewers aren't considering. This is a great and does what it set out to do. 8/10.… Expand
  58. Lovelyrics
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    My whole family was very excited for this game. We were willing to accept the whole one island game even though it sucks. My problem is that only the Creator of the island gets the whole game. Since my husband made the island he's getting all these cool quests! Build and furnish 3 houses, place a bridge, a store etc. Everyone else can just collect things. That's it. Collect and build aMy whole family was very excited for this game. We were willing to accept the whole one island game even though it sucks. My problem is that only the Creator of the island gets the whole game. Since my husband made the island he's getting all these cool quests! Build and furnish 3 houses, place a bridge, a store etc. Everyone else can just collect things. That's it. Collect and build a house. I'm an adult, not a 3 year old. So a game with no goals is bumming me out. At this point I would rather have an island of my own.… Expand
  59. Lifthrasil
    Mar 25, 2020
    5
    This game is not a good and fun experience for anybody who shares their switch. The person who creates the island is the only one allowed to do anything and they're having a good time. As anybody after the island creator, you're just allowed to pay off your loans.
  60. Yob_i
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    They absolutely blew my expectations out of this world, I could have not asked for a more perfect game. There are plenty of things to look forward too as well and am highly anticipating the many years I'm going to put into this beauty.
  61. SamuelPepys
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    SCAM! Only one person can REALLY play per game. Second users have only limited access to the game. You basically need to buy two Nintendo switches and two copies of the game to play the game for two people - disgusting.
  62. D4C11T
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the game the truth the best of saga the ones that put the bad rating are the same burns sony… Expand
  63. KageKuni
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    I recommend for anyone seriously on the fence about buying this game to watch the directs. Spoil yourself. There is no story to Animal Crossing, no two playthroughs are alike, there is nothing to spoil. Research and make an informed decision. I share my switch with two other adults, they work, I don’t. Couch Co-op works fine. People are upset that Followers can’t talk to villagers andI recommend for anyone seriously on the fence about buying this game to watch the directs. Spoil yourself. There is no story to Animal Crossing, no two playthroughs are alike, there is nothing to spoil. Research and make an informed decision. I share my switch with two other adults, they work, I don’t. Couch Co-op works fine. People are upset that Followers can’t talk to villagers and doesn’t have an inventory while in Co-op mode. You can still access the tools you already had and anything you pick up enters the box in town hall. Everything people are complaining about was stated in the Animal Crossing Direct and in other information outlets before preorders were made available, and with that knowledge the complaints seem pretty unwarranted. The game itself is very cute, very Animal Crossing, and very easy to pick up for new players. customization is more extensive than in any previous AC game, allowing for more unique experiences in the game. Online multiplayer is also super easy compared to New Leaf and I find my island has become a hangout hub for all the friends who’ve visited. For fellow Time Lords, There is also notably no and I repeat NO consequence for Time Traveling, assuming you stop at every day on your journey, talk to every villager once per in-game day, Sell your turnips within the week you bought them in, and collect your bonus Nook Miles at the start of every day. I feel like a lot of NPCs who seemed a little bland in New Leaf have been revitalized in this entry (Blathers especially.) Many NPCs from past games are not present however; those who enjoyed City Folk’s Cafe and were hoping for a return will be disappointed.

    Overall I can’t get enough of this game. There are some choices I question, not bundling a certain Cutting Board recipe with the Ironwood Kitchenette, specifically, but it’s a fun game nonetheless, and I recommend it to returning fans from previous AC games, or to people who don’t even play games usually.    … Expand
  64. Vexla
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Great game very fun and relaxing. I enjoy visiting my friends towns and exchanging native fruits and crafting them recipes! So much to do and I could pour hours into this game. I cant wait to explore the other seasons and play the events that are to come! Grade A animal crossing game
  65. smurfeater
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Seriously? My wife started the game and I came on as second player. I can't do squat to push the game forward and must wait for her to play to do anything. Absolute failure on Nintendo's part. Complete bs I can't get my money back...
  66. Cmicale
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    My boyfriend bought this game for us to play together but since there's only one island per console we ended up competing for resources/accomplishments until he gave up because he wanted me to have fun playing it rather than him.
  67. CheatNasty
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    If more than one person wants to play this game on the same switch you are out of luck. The game limits you to one island per switch and if you are not the first person to join then you are a side character who cant make any decisions or progress the game in any way.
  68. Huccy
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Il gioco è stupendo, non capisco perchè la gente si debba sempre lamentare! Un 6,3 di media io non lo posso accettare. Vi meritate solo FIFA 20/21/22/23 Etc. Comprare un gioco per poi lamentarsi è da ipocriti.
  69. Alucard0
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Amazing game to have right now. I'm only three days in but I can see this as a game I will be playing off and on for at least a year.
  70. Buris
    Mar 25, 2020
    5
    A decent addition to the franchise marred by unfortunate and needless limitations in order to sell more Switch consoles. This will backfire on Nintendo, probably cost nintendo more money in the long run as will the mediocre pokemon games.

    I cannot see Nintendo continuing to sell mediocre or flawed products moving forward, especially when better options exist. (TamTam, StarDew Valley)
  71. AmazingBanana
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Best game so far this year, people need to stop review bombing games over something so small and petty!
  72. Emmettmonty
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This game tweaks so many tiny irritable game parts of the series past that adds to a game you can play all day.
  73. KnightowlSC
    Mar 25, 2020
    3
    The limitation of 1 island per console makes this a cash grab that EA would be proud of and ruins a perfectly great experience. Nintendo needs to fix this!
  74. sonylost22513
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    It's a lovely game that honors the series and improves on many things, but it is completely crippled by dishonest marketing of its multiplayer and local co-op. Only the first player to start the game will have a full experience of Animal Crossing. Any other players will live in a perpetually unfulfilling world. Tasks, villagers, tools, experience, etc will never be fully attainable as aIt's a lovely game that honors the series and improves on many things, but it is completely crippled by dishonest marketing of its multiplayer and local co-op. Only the first player to start the game will have a full experience of Animal Crossing. Any other players will live in a perpetually unfulfilling world. Tasks, villagers, tools, experience, etc will never be fully attainable as a second player. With a simple software update, this game could go from a broken co-op experience to being a beautiful, shared adventure in paradise. Please fix this Nintendo.… Expand
  75. dorisweatshirt
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Even if you buy two seperate copies and such, you can only have one island PER SWITCH. ruined the experience up to the point that i’m not gonna bother playing. Yeah its typical for AC but it’s 2020, not 2012.
  76. P4nikbu20n
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    It's bogus. I can't have my own island and visit others on the console? I would get my credit back if I didn't buy a digital copy. Honestly won't play it now.
  77. C3PSL0CK
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    You are forced to buy the game 2 times if u share the switch with others. your progress is capped by the player who start the game first.
  78. mwnobles
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An amazing installment for the Animal Crossing Series. The game design and detail is amazing, the ability to edit so much of the island is great. They've added a lot of features, but they've taken some away. I've been playing since Gamecube, and it meets the AC formula and expands on it.

    These reviews I see about it needing to be more open world, in my opinion, would be against the Animal Crossing feel and design. It's not an RPG, it's a sim where you interact with the villagers and relax.

    The other reviews about people complaining how Nintendo is like EA are completely unjustified. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I remember on Gamecube if you wanted your own town, you had to get another memory card. City Folk for the Wii was one town per Wii. I believe Wild World and New Leaf you may have had to just buy the game again, not sure about that one. However, it's always been pretty based around sharing a town if you share a console. I also don't have to pay to win. Nor is it a trash game with a amazing title slapped on it to make a grab for money(Battlefront).

    Objectives are just kind of there if you want to do them, they're handed to you as you play. Reviews are saying objectives aren't clear, but what's not clear about just living life on a island? There isn't really suppose to be a point to the game, you just get creative.

    I would wish that they would bring the art exhibit back to the museum, as well as the swimming mechanic from New Leaf. Other than that, amazing game. Brings back a lot of the same ideas from the Gamecube. Long Live Wisp!    … Expand
  79. KillerUnleashed
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Ended up returning the game purely based off the fact that it locks all other users on the Switch out of progressing the game. We will repurchase it when this is changed but it is complete brainless game design. Also siting other games in the series as being the same is flawed because the original AC game on GameCube you could have separate towns per memory card.
  80. Nibbles123
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    I have been a massive fan of the Animal Crossing franchise for a while. Love the whole updated feel the game gets on the Switch, so many little details left out of earlier games look soo much better on this console. Having fun with friends trying to get all the different fruits so I can grow my little fruit empire, and a great way to pass the time while stuck indoors.

    The crafting can    I have been a massive fan of the Animal Crossing franchise for a while. Love the whole updated feel the game gets on the Switch, so many little details left out of earlier games look soo much better on this console. Having fun with friends trying to get all the different fruits so I can grow my little fruit empire, and a great way to pass the time while stuck indoors.

    The crafting can be a little grinding at times, but when you have nothing else planned for the day, then I shall chop wood and hit stones to my heart's content.    … Expand
  81. cedarlj
    Mar 25, 2020
    5
    $60 is a lot of money to spend for only one person to be able to have a well-rounded experience on a video game. I have two sisters who also were excited to play the game, but despite them BOTH having their own Nintendo accounts and online accounts too, they were booted up onto my island with not much to do. I considered even buying them their own copies of the game, but upon further$60 is a lot of money to spend for only one person to be able to have a well-rounded experience on a video game. I have two sisters who also were excited to play the game, but despite them BOTH having their own Nintendo accounts and online accounts too, they were booted up onto my island with not much to do. I considered even buying them their own copies of the game, but upon further investigation that isn’t enough to allow them to play their own game. So if we all wanted to have our own islands, we would each need to buy our own Switch and copies of the game. This is so ridiculous, it seriously ruined the experience of the game for me (and obviously my sisters too). Not about to drop $600+ just for us to play a game together, I can’t believe Nintendo set it up like this. Isn’t it enough to have bought one system (already $300, a decent chunk of money), each of us to be paying for our own Online subscriptions, and to have gotten the $60 game disc? They need to fix this ASAP.
    I do like the game, but like I said, it’s hard to enjoy when I live with two other people who also wanted to be able to play.    … Expand
  82. Jeffward9
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Great game! So much fun and so much to do. They really stream lined a lot of stuff to make it quicker and easier which I really appreciate.
  83. Sscully
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I cannot grasp why the second player literally cannot have any fun on this game rather than be an at best "shadow" to the resident leader or a resource collector. It completely takes away from the experience. I bought this game for my girlfriend who is not an avid gamer, but loves the animal crossing titles. I can understand the appeal of the game and I would love to play it, but i amI cannot grasp why the second player literally cannot have any fun on this game rather than be an at best "shadow" to the resident leader or a resource collector. It completely takes away from the experience. I bought this game for my girlfriend who is not an avid gamer, but loves the animal crossing titles. I can understand the appeal of the game and I would love to play it, but i am basically being forced to wait for her to play, which is not nearly as often as I would like to play. PLEASE fix this issue of being player 2 it takes away from the game entirely. Literally, not enjoyably if you are player 2.… Expand
  84. ThotProcess
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Great game overall, but the lack of multiple islands is a bit disappointing. I'm not affected by this, but I can see why others are.
  85. Shachousama
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I created an account just to leave this review because of how stupid this game is. What kind of idiot thought that only one user per console should be able to play or enjoy most aspects of the game?!?! A second user not only cannot progress the game, does not get access to many of the recipes the first user does, and cannot make any significant impact on the island. Why doesn't everyoneI created an account just to leave this review because of how stupid this game is. What kind of idiot thought that only one user per console should be able to play or enjoy most aspects of the game?!?! A second user not only cannot progress the game, does not get access to many of the recipes the first user does, and cannot make any significant impact on the island. Why doesn't everyone get their own island?!?!?!?!?! No one wants to get their own console just to enjoy a game. This decision was asinine. If there's a way to refund a digital download I would love to do so. Can't believe I paid $60 for this.… Expand
  86. SirPirawin
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Not the greatest game on the switch, but definitely a great game nonetheless.

    This game retains the relaxed and addictive atmosphere the series is known for while also offering many quality of life improvements, such as choosing where other villagers live and the ability to place furniture outside. Many people are having issue that multiple users on the same switch can only play on    Not the greatest game on the switch, but definitely a great game nonetheless.

    This game retains the relaxed and addictive atmosphere the series is known for while also offering many quality of life improvements, such as choosing where other villagers live and the ability to place furniture outside.

    Many people are having issue that multiple users on the same switch can only play on the same island, however this has been a staple of the series since the beginning. Don't believe the review bombers, this game is worth your money. Being able to play on the same island can be a fun experience. You and your other islanders can work together to make a little piece of paradise. It is true that only the first character made can go though the starting tutorial, but this is honestly a great choice as it can be slow and put many people new to the series off.    … Expand
  87. GreedyNintendo
    Mar 25, 2020
    1
    It's a good game dont get me wrong. However, the inability to have separate islands per console is an outdated model. Especially when the hardware can clearly support it. Would give it higher rating if only nintendo had its neighborhood good guy feel. But I guess they have the mentality of every other game dev and want us to shell out hundreds like we are a bunch of idiots. HadIt's a good game dont get me wrong. However, the inability to have separate islands per console is an outdated model. Especially when the hardware can clearly support it. Would give it higher rating if only nintendo had its neighborhood good guy feel. But I guess they have the mentality of every other game dev and want us to shell out hundreds like we are a bunch of idiots. Had respect for nintendo but know ive lost it. Crazy part is this will keep happening and I'll watch one of my favorite companies become a ubisoft or ea… Expand
  88. gregmasters1
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One island per Switch is an incomprehensibly bad decision. Zeros stars for what would otherwise have been an enjoyable game.… Expand
  89. Mew_kagome
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    I love this game. My sister and I can play together or alone. We are constantly connecting together. I was also impressed that my sister and her boyfriend could play together too. They share their island but its fun they can play at the same time. The connection is amazing. It feels like a new game but it also feels like the game I've known and loved.
  90. jbcan
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    The game could be fun but I however am stuck being the secondary player on the console so I have no freedom to play how I want, I am stuck as a passive villager on an island I have no say in
  91. Sanabun
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Absolutely love this game! Have been addicted as soon as it was available to play in my region! I don't have any issues with the complaints about multiplayer limitations. My partner and I have been having a wonderful time collaborating and building our island together, it's been a really nice bonding moment actually. I especially love how they made changing the leader character so seamlessAbsolutely love this game! Have been addicted as soon as it was available to play in my region! I don't have any issues with the complaints about multiplayer limitations. My partner and I have been having a wonderful time collaborating and building our island together, it's been a really nice bonding moment actually. I especially love how they made changing the leader character so seamless by just shaking the joycon/controller.… Expand
  92. Lorrai
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Absolutely love this addition to the Animal Crossing series. Can't put my controller down for long without wanting to hop back on!
  93. Karolaina
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Anima Crossing it's a very good game. only stupid people would put a 0 for silly things. Also many are bots
  94. greekstallion
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Absolutely ridiculous that two players can't have their own individual islands on a current gen system. There is absolutely zero reason that such a limitation should exist beyond greed. Nintendo support actually told me to "buy a second system." Are you kidding me? Buy a second video game console if I want to be able to fully experience a game just like my fiance on our switch? Is NintendoAbsolutely ridiculous that two players can't have their own individual islands on a current gen system. There is absolutely zero reason that such a limitation should exist beyond greed. Nintendo support actually told me to "buy a second system." Are you kidding me? Buy a second video game console if I want to be able to fully experience a game just like my fiance on our switch? Is Nintendo out of their minds?

    So be prepared, my fiance is the "island representative" or whatever because she played first. She gets to progress the game, she gets to name the island, she gets to build stuff. I just get to follow and wander around like an advanced NPC. Oh, and island resources spawn ridiculously slowly, so if she plays before me on what's her island that I'm pretty much a guest on, I'm just SoL unless she leaves some for me. I don't even feel like there is a point in me playing this

    I'm sure she would say it's a 10/10 experience, but it's a 0/10 for me because I get some halfbaked version for my money and can't experience the full version with my own profile on the console and my own save files.

    I was so excited for this. I bought my switch for this a few months ago. What an embarrassment for Nintendo to pull this.    … Expand
  95. Tadokiarika
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Only 1 island per switch.
    I've never seen something so greedy from a company. This even beats EA. I'm so disappointed. Nintendo sucks!
  96. Akermoon
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Es un juego increíble, es una lastima que la gente que no conoce la saga critique el juego debido a que no es el tipico juego cliché, si eres alguien que le gusta jugar un juego de forma tranquila y que te rinda, además de una experiencia muy diferente a otros juegos, este es tu juego, si buscas algo mas de acción prueba otro.
  97. missjessicadawn
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    I have played Animal Crossing since the very first game was released. New Horizons is what we've all been waiting for. It is absolutely PERFECT. I didn't sleep for two days because I couldn't stop playing this game. I HIGHLY recommend this game for everyone of all ages. :-)
  98. brandoncargill1
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    All around fun family game with great detail. 7.5/10, but gave it a 10 because of review bombs.
  99. fortineau74
    Mar 25, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Je suis scandalisé par le fait que mes enfants ne puissent pas avoir chacun leur propre île. Encore un service minimum pour Big N qui nous force la main pour acheter encore et encore. Je met 2 car je me sent trahi par la publicité mensongère.… Expand
  100. BluKat
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    The series has been very formulated up to this point, but New Horizons adds a lot of new fun aspects to the game without changing the identity of the franchise.
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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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