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  1. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Good, I enjoyed it. I haven't played the multiplayer so I can't comment on that.
  2. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    One island per console is ridiculous. Selling my cartridge. Nintendo, you guys are so backwards.
  3. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    It's an awesome addition to the series! Those who are complaining about the multiplayer obviously aren't familiar with the early series. It's got great features and the Nook miles are a clever way to make mini objectives so it's not just build the biggest house and fill the museum. Lot's to do!
  4. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Multiplayer is a joke!!!!!!! When your family members can’t play the game on their own profile.
  5. Mar 24, 2020
    9
    This game is a lot fun & I honestly think it's unfair that people are giving the game a bad review for something that has been the same with EVERY Animal Crossing game. It's always been one save file. I love working towards building my town, the only reason I didn't give it a full 10/10 is that the item menu options & the touchiness of the A button when I'm near a tree can make it aThis game is a lot fun & I honestly think it's unfair that people are giving the game a bad review for something that has been the same with EVERY Animal Crossing game. It's always been one save file. I love working towards building my town, the only reason I didn't give it a full 10/10 is that the item menu options & the touchiness of the A button when I'm near a tree can make it a little frustrating. Especially with the item menu where drop item is at the first option, I have dropped several medicines because of it But overall it's a relaxing & fun game. Expand
  6. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This is one of the most charming,Enjoyable,And relaxing games i’ve ever played In my life.100% worth trying
  7. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Bought this to play with my girlfriend for local couch co-op, but all the second player can do is fish and pick stuff up. It's not really co-op. You have a glorified helper. Super boring. If you bought this for co-op like I did, reconsider.
  8. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    The best game in the series, the amount of care and effort put into it is outstanding. Definitely the only thing keeping me sane in this lockdown.
  9. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    WATCH GAMEPLAY BEFORE YOU BUY!!!!! This game is not for everyone, certainly it wasn't for me i got trapped in the hyptrain that Reddit generated towards this game and the Animal Crossing and Doom Eternal cross over that happened, but man this game is BORING AS FU***. Everything take a **** ton of time, you require pacience and hard work, witch for someone like me that plays video games toWATCH GAMEPLAY BEFORE YOU BUY!!!!! This game is not for everyone, certainly it wasn't for me i got trapped in the hyptrain that Reddit generated towards this game and the Animal Crossing and Doom Eternal cross over that happened, but man this game is BORING AS FU***. Everything take a **** ton of time, you require pacience and hard work, witch for someone like me that plays video games to scape reality after a long day of work this is bs. Sure slaying demons with a shotgun might be ridiculous concept but it's fun. Expand
  10. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I’ve been looking forward to this game for quite sometime. I bought my Switch at launch for BOTW and hopes of a new Animal Crossing game in the future. I preordered 2 copies, one for each of my kids to play on their Switch Lites, and the wife and I were going to just share on our main console. The fact that player 2 is no more than a background character to, what I have no doubt, will be aI’ve been looking forward to this game for quite sometime. I bought my Switch at launch for BOTW and hopes of a new Animal Crossing game in the future. I preordered 2 copies, one for each of my kids to play on their Switch Lites, and the wife and I were going to just share on our main console. The fact that player 2 is no more than a background character to, what I have no doubt, will be a super fun experience, is complete garbage. There’s no progression through the game unless player 1 (the first resident on the island) gets multiple tasks done first, in order to progress the story. I get they’re just trying to sell more consoles, but this is a crap way to do it. I’m not buying a 4th console just so everyone in my household can have a complete gaming experience. If you have children/roommates/spouses, and plan to share the game, rethink your purchase. Expand
  11. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    One island per Switch? Horrible horrible decision. By the time my kids are finished playing and its my turn, all the fruit is picked, trees chopped down and rocks cracked. I could go on and on. Zero points.
  12. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing New Horizons is the pinnacle of the series and the perfect answer to this chaos we face. Us old timers already expected multiplayer would be fine across consoles,this i has always been the case and the single console multiplayer is really just a bonus. Just know that this game is a zen inducing beautiful other life you will easily get lost in.
  13. Mar 24, 2020
    5
    The game is essentially for a single user per switch. All others do not get anywhere close to the full experience.
  14. Mar 20, 2020
    10
    I haven't played animal crossing since Wild World on DS. This game is HD and a great step up. I've enjoyed every aspect of the game. This game is the best animal crossing game to date. People who are review bombing because they can't have seperate islands per switch are just being childish. The game wants to create that social experience and that decision is a creative one. I personallyI haven't played animal crossing since Wild World on DS. This game is HD and a great step up. I've enjoyed every aspect of the game. This game is the best animal crossing game to date. People who are review bombing because they can't have seperate islands per switch are just being childish. The game wants to create that social experience and that decision is a creative one. I personally and glad that it's limited one island per switch. Get the game, you won't regret it. Expand
  15. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    The game has potential but thanks to one island per consol. This game is absolutely terrible. My boyfriend happened to start the game first, and he never has time to play. Therefore I am extremely limited on progressing through the game. This limitation was given to fuel more switch sales. Unfortunately, even with that in mind, if we did decide to break down and buy more, WE CAN'T; THEYThe game has potential but thanks to one island per consol. This game is absolutely terrible. My boyfriend happened to start the game first, and he never has time to play. Therefore I am extremely limited on progressing through the game. This limitation was given to fuel more switch sales. Unfortunately, even with that in mind, if we did decide to break down and buy more, WE CAN'T; THEY ARE SOLD OUT EVERYWHERE!!!! I officially lost all respect for nintendo, I have been a fan for many years and still play my super nintendo from time to time. I will never again spend money to profit this company. Expand
  16. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    Now the whole cant make a second town is weird but thats how the gamecube one was and ds one but you could buy memory cards on gcn for cheeper my problem is I cant change the time of day im a secupond shifter and I cant use nooks and crannies ever for full pricw or buy shot becuase my job keeps me to late at first you could sell to tommy in the tent all ight but once you upgrade say byeNow the whole cant make a second town is weird but thats how the gamecube one was and ds one but you could buy memory cards on gcn for cheeper my problem is I cant change the time of day im a secupond shifter and I cant use nooks and crannies ever for full pricw or buy shot becuase my job keeps me to late at first you could sell to tommy in the tent all ight but once you upgrade say bye bye to doing anything at night Expand
  17. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Best Animal Crossing to date. Crazy attention to detail, lots of freedom, the neighbors have more personality, even the Nooks have turned away from their life of crime and are pleasant to chat with this time around. Lots of sequenced events which feels fresh for the series, and there are lots of tasks to accomplish. If you want the game badly enough that you need your own personal island,Best Animal Crossing to date. Crazy attention to detail, lots of freedom, the neighbors have more personality, even the Nooks have turned away from their life of crime and are pleasant to chat with this time around. Lots of sequenced events which feels fresh for the series, and there are lots of tasks to accomplish. If you want the game badly enough that you need your own personal island, you're much better off owning your own Switch and copy of the game. Otherwise enjoy the enhanced Party Play mode where you both get to experience the game together. Animal Crossing is a social game at heart. Expand
  18. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Well i have 2 switch and me and my wife are playing on both accounts, pepople is hating too much, scoring 0 for something that can be better but not checking all the cool features the game has. Grow up.
  19. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Great game, far exceeded my expectations. A little disappointed with a few of the mechanics until I realized I was just using them wrong. Beautiful, calm, stress free. Favorite game of 2020 by far
  20. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Terrible experience if you have more than one player on your console the game is unplayable.
  21. Mar 24, 2020
    1
    The limitation of one island per Switch ?only the first player on the switch can complete assignments from Tom Nook and other characters.
  22. Mar 24, 2020
    9
    The game is the BEST animal crossing so far, all the new features, such as crafting and choosing where do the villagers live allows you tu personalize your entire island. The felling of proud that watching the birth of your town that this game gives you has no comparison.
    It's true that much of the features are limited to the first player, but it's the same situation that was in New Leaf,
    The game is the BEST animal crossing so far, all the new features, such as crafting and choosing where do the villagers live allows you tu personalize your entire island. The felling of proud that watching the birth of your town that this game gives you has no comparison.
    It's true that much of the features are limited to the first player, but it's the same situation that was in New Leaf, so i see it as a minor con.
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  23. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    Game is fun to play. The one island per switch console thing is a joke in this day and age. Average game and overall good time waster. Too bad the overall features are stuck in the past. Online enabled with events and multiple islands per family could have made this a classic. As it is - a graphical update of a GameCube game
  24. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    The limitation of one island per Switch (not per cartridge, per Switch) is nonsensical. It‘s obvious Nintendo is just trying to sell more Switch consoles. This means only one person in your family can enjoy the game to its fullest extent. Player 2 can barely do anything, and their progression is blocked until player 1 progresses further. Player 2 can’t make any administrative decisions.The limitation of one island per Switch (not per cartridge, per Switch) is nonsensical. It‘s obvious Nintendo is just trying to sell more Switch consoles. This means only one person in your family can enjoy the game to its fullest extent. Player 2 can barely do anything, and their progression is blocked until player 1 progresses further. Player 2 can’t make any administrative decisions. Players 1 and 2 have to share limited daily resources. I had to delete my save so my brother could enjoy the game. Expand
  25. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    If you have multiple people in your household you need more than one switch to play as it's 1 world per system....
  26. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Despues de mas de 15 años sin jugarlo decidi regresar y tenia mucha emocion.. pero todo se fue cuando en dia 1 depuesde 20 minutos no tenia nada que hacer, el juego castiga al jugador que se pone a hacer todo, para todos los edificios tienes que esperar, 6 horas a lo mucho de espera estara bien pero hay edificios que tardan hasta 2 dias en quedar! Expand
  27. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I would love this game if it weren't for the multiplayer. Forcing two players to be on split screen is bad enough, but add in the fact that each Switch system can only have ONE island and you get a giant steaming pile of sh*t. This game could have been amazing but those things completely ruin everything it could have been. I won't be buying another AC title, if there ever is one. Hope theyI would love this game if it weren't for the multiplayer. Forcing two players to be on split screen is bad enough, but add in the fact that each Switch system can only have ONE island and you get a giant steaming pile of sh*t. This game could have been amazing but those things completely ruin everything it could have been. I won't be buying another AC title, if there ever is one. Hope they let the series die here instead of running it into the ground further. Expand
  28. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    We spent $300 on a switch for the family. $50 for this game. However unlike every other game we own on the system (Breath of the Wild, Fire Emblem, Ring Fit, Astral Chain) only 1 player in our family can get the full experience in Animal Crossing. Everyone else get's a much more butchered experience and they have less ability to effect their own game world. This kind of system does notWe spent $300 on a switch for the family. $50 for this game. However unlike every other game we own on the system (Breath of the Wild, Fire Emblem, Ring Fit, Astral Chain) only 1 player in our family can get the full experience in Animal Crossing. Everyone else get's a much more butchered experience and they have less ability to effect their own game world. This kind of system does not exist in the other games we have nor is it something you see in games on other systems. Nintendo this is absolutely ridiculous that if other members of our family want the full Animal Crossing New Horizons experience they need to buy a brand new Switch system for themselves. Please fix this issue! Until Nintendo fixes this with a patch I would recommend anyone who shares their Switch system to NOT buy this game. Expand
  29. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This is my first Animal Crossing game, but I absolutely love it! Finally get the hype! It's exac6the sort of stress-free distraction we all need right now.
  30. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I am thoroughly disappointed at many different things about this game. Everything from only having one island per switch to the overarching theme of nintendo lately, which is to over monetize every single IP that they have.
  31. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    I'm sure if I was the 1st person on the island my review would be better, but as the second one all of my ability to progress is gated by my girlfriend. Unless you're the first profile to log in, the game is pretty busted and quite boring.

    Unless you live alone, I'd strongly recommend sitting this one out until they fix this issue in a patch, if at all.
  32. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Same criticism of the game as others here...the single island per switch limitation means I'll never get to play the full experience of the game as the secondary AC player in the house. This single decision (also not helped by the lack of real save game backup) is enough to ruin an otherwise excellent game. If people can't play it, can it really be any good? No.
  33. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    My girlfriend and I were looking forward to playing together using the couch multiplayer mode. It's not much fun as only one player can make progress and the other just has to walk around and pick things up (slowly). I don't even mind that there is only one island like other people are saying (I think it should be a choice). But both players should progress together, or be able to progressMy girlfriend and I were looking forward to playing together using the couch multiplayer mode. It's not much fun as only one player can make progress and the other just has to walk around and pick things up (slowly). I don't even mind that there is only one island like other people are saying (I think it should be a choice). But both players should progress together, or be able to progress at their own pace with the same features and golas, perhaps as co- Expand
  34. Mar 24, 2020
    8
    A fantastically relaxing game that is super engrossing. I recommend having other games to play while you wait for things to be built because half the fun of the game is feeling that the Island is actually alive with real events that take time. On the box of the game, it tell you how only one island is allowed per console. Review bombing the game over something that is displayed on the box,A fantastically relaxing game that is super engrossing. I recommend having other games to play while you wait for things to be built because half the fun of the game is feeling that the Island is actually alive with real events that take time. On the box of the game, it tell you how only one island is allowed per console. Review bombing the game over something that is displayed on the box, isnt a fair. Definitely hope this issue is fixed, but as someone who plays alone on my console, it's not worth ignoring how great the game is. Expand
  35. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    All AC games have had the one island per console gimmick. I don't like, but it was to be expected. The game is great, really fun and cute.
  36. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Nintendo thinks people like to share an village and t-pose in an empty space with nothing to do other than chat, Since one player get to do all the chores
  37. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    It's a truly beautiful game. You can really tell how much care they put into this game with all the little details, leaves blowing in the wind and the way light hits and reflects off objects. I really enjoy the way custom designs smooth out the pixels now, as it allows for more versatile designs. The villager personalities are incredibly charming. It would take so many words to express howIt's a truly beautiful game. You can really tell how much care they put into this game with all the little details, leaves blowing in the wind and the way light hits and reflects off objects. I really enjoy the way custom designs smooth out the pixels now, as it allows for more versatile designs. The villager personalities are incredibly charming. It would take so many words to express how much I love this game, so I'm going to stop there. I've been waiting a long time for this game, and I'm so thrilled to be able to play it now. It is a good way to escape from reality during these dark times with quarantine and all that. Expand
  38. Mar 24, 2020
    4
    I love the game. But my only issue with it is the necessity to have Nintendo Switch Online to play with friends at all, except for locally which is difficult in this time.
  39. Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Forget the multiplayer issue, why is no one talking about how bare bones and overall trash this game is?
    It has strayed from the original AC formula so much that I don't even want to play it anymore. All of the Pocket Camp integrations have been annoying and stressful; completely taking away from the game.
    There's pressure to fill the residents home with furniture or else they won't
    Forget the multiplayer issue, why is no one talking about how bare bones and overall trash this game is?
    It has strayed from the original AC formula so much that I don't even want to play it anymore. All of the Pocket Camp integrations have been annoying and stressful; completely taking away from the game.

    There's pressure to fill the residents home with furniture or else they won't move in, there's pressure to continuously build tools that break extraordinarily quickly.

    And the hourly music is AWFUL!!! I just play with my switch turned all the way down with older AC game OST playing in the background.

    I'm overall so disappointed in this game that I could barely give it one star. The only thing it has going for itself is the graphics.
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  40. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    An amazing addition to the animal crossing games. Beautiful graphics, cute characters, fishing and hunting bugs are very enjoyable. People complaining about the multiplayer and giving reviews of 0 are being arrogant and ignoring all other good aspects of the game
  41. Mar 24, 2020
    5
    If you read any of the other mixed or negative reviews on this site, you'll see many people primarily complaining about being locked to one island per switch and having content restricted if they're not their not the first person to play. I've made a petition hoping to remedy some of these issues, link is http://chng.it/kDmvHyPx

    Every signature helps, so please sign and share!

    Thanks.
  42. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game really came with a huge change, compared to the previous ones, craft, the miles option, the evolution is being wonderful and has a lot to do differently from the old versions, I love it, and I hope that a dlc solves this problem of having just an island, and always bring new news and maybe an expansion! Congratulations Nintendo!

    Ps: i wish i could keep things out of the house
    This game really came with a huge change, compared to the previous ones, craft, the miles option, the evolution is being wonderful and has a lot to do differently from the old versions, I love it, and I hope that a dlc solves this problem of having just an island, and always bring new news and maybe an expansion! Congratulations Nintendo!

    Ps: i wish i could keep things out of the house in boxes or wardrobes and not need to enter the house to save, taking the option of customizing only for mirrors
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  43. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    The one island thing is indefensible, even if they told us up front. How many families have more than one child that would want to run their own island without their siblings interfering?

    But that isn't why I gave this a zero. The big reason to me is the absolutely clunky and slow menu controls, and constant poor decisions that smack you in the face every time you're trying to enjoy the
    The one island thing is indefensible, even if they told us up front. How many families have more than one child that would want to run their own island without their siblings interfering?

    But that isn't why I gave this a zero. The big reason to me is the absolutely clunky and slow menu controls, and constant poor decisions that smack you in the face every time you're trying to enjoy the game.

    I get that it's supposed to be "slow" and "charming", but I think AC fans are too quick to defend the game's charm that they think any criticism on the game is unfounded. If AC fans actually told the devs things that were not great, the series might have progressed since it was created.

    This series was created on the GC when a lot of devs were still figuring out the do's and dont's of game development. Things like "If you're going to make a game about crafting and customization, DON'T make the menu interface INSANELY SLOW, DON'T preface that menu with SLOW, crawling text that asks if you want to craft, DON'T only let us craft one item at a time, then DON'T make a five second craft and "tadaa!" animation that can be sped up by like, 5%, by jamming on the buttons, and then DON'T make us have to answer a slow, crawling question about going back into the menu, and doing it all over again. If I want to make a couple darkwood chairs, I have to slowly make each of them one at a (slow) time, then exit that menu and slowly enter the customization menu, and proceed to slowly customize them all, also one at a time.

    If I want to figure out how much items sell for, I have to SLOWLY sell each different item alone, because there is no other way to know (also, you have to deal with slow crawling intro text, and you get booted out of the whole thing to start over each time). You know what they could have done? 1) Made it quicker. 2) Made the shops show the sell price as you hover over them, 3) add the pricing somewhere in all that empty space on the critterpedia entries. So many options to have not done it it annoyingly, but they figured out how to avoid all of them.

    Don't tell me this is the "charm" of the game. The speed was charming back when there was barely anything to do in the game. For some asinine reason, they thought that clunky charm is equal no matter how it's utilized. But in a game that is now all about crafting and customizing at a scale it's never done before, SOMEONE on their team should have said "uhh, this actually really sucks when all you're trying to do is build and customize a couple chairs and a table. Maybe we should change the crafting menu, at least." I'm hoping that at some point, the shop "evolves" and they're like "haha, look at all these new features! Aren't you happy that it isn't so annoying anymore?", but even if they did that, I'd still be upset that they chose to screw with us instead of just MAKING IT GOOD.

    It sucks, because the large majority of the game is good - but it's like someone gave you a delicious ice cream, but then slapped you in the back of your head every time you try to enjoy it.
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  44. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Can't have my own island. Can't even progress the game or help villagers setup their house because I'm player 2. Literally walking around waiting for player 1 to do something. Glad I paid $80AUD for one and a half slices of pizza, when they advertised the whole pie. Nintendo hates it's fans, but they don't let their hate for you known until you've already bought their game. Disgusting.
  45. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is everything I was hoping the first console release since the Wii to be. It takes everything great from the series and expands on it. I admit that as a fan I was bit bogged down by the 3DS New Leaf. It made the game feel more like work and a job to me instead of the laid back relaxing life I was used to in the past titles. However New Horizons makes it just feel like part of the everyday activities. I was afraid of the additions from the mobile game ruining the usual experience as well, but they implemented it in such a way as it just feels like an option and not a requirement to craft at all. Though it does make it nice to have both options when you're low on money OR low on supplies you always have a way to get the tools you need! The airport is an awesome addition as well as it's used for your travel between friends' towns as well as getting to use Nook tickets to visit islands that have more recources than your own! Especially if you play solo. You get the benefits of visiting a friend's island without needing a friend for it! All of the people bashing this game over the shared island when having more than one account on the same system....that's part of the series's charm. You always share an island in every version on the consoles. If you want it to be like on the DS or 3DS you can always get separate Nintendo Switches and have your own islands JUST like on those versions. The fact that you can play locally on the same system at the same time together is a HUGE add to multiplayer and I think they've done so many great things in this version. I also think that the addition of building up to getting the musuem and other buildings in this version is done in a very satisfying way where you don't have everything right away like the old ones (so you feel like there is something to work toward) but it doesn't feel like a chore or a job like in New Leaf. As someone who was a bit disappointed with New Leaf, I love this new one and am excited as I grow my new animal home! See you on that island life, neighbors! Expand
  46. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game makes me so happy! It’s not incredibly story-driven like a lot of today’s games, but it’s more about the day-to-day life of your villager. Instead of checking off quests & deadlines, you set your own pace for how you want to play. Do you want to cross-pollinate flowers to make new colors? Do you want to catch all the fish and find all the bugs? Do you want to fill up your museum?This game makes me so happy! It’s not incredibly story-driven like a lot of today’s games, but it’s more about the day-to-day life of your villager. Instead of checking off quests & deadlines, you set your own pace for how you want to play. Do you want to cross-pollinate flowers to make new colors? Do you want to catch all the fish and find all the bugs? Do you want to fill up your museum? Do you want to design a dream island?? You can do ALL of that - the beauty of this game is that you get to choose what you want to do. It’s not a game about stress, speed, time, combat, or achievements (although there ARE achievements, the game doesn’t revolve around them). It’s about enjoying yourself!

    I wish Nintendo had handled the multiplayer a bit differently. And I wish there were more things to do with friends when visiting their island/vice versa! But ultimately this game is relaxing, adorable, and fun.

    10/10 would recommend!!
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  47. Mar 24, 2020
    7
    One island per console means everyone in the household should buy a Switch right now and you might as well buy more controllers just for the heck of it cause you know they gonna go bad. If you wanna play a good quality game Nintendo is the way to go, but God'dang have fun running around with your kid being able to do nothing they can - no split screen or shared content at all.
  48. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Boring and a unique Islande to create. Quase nada por fazer na ilha. Enfim... Arrependido
  49. Mar 24, 2020
    8
    Charming & fun! If you’ve played an Animal Crossing game before you’ll know what to expect, if you haven’t, expect a relaxing journey building your own island paradise day by day in real time.
  50. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I'd probably normally give it a 9, since I reserve 10s for games that land in my "best ever" list. But the review bombing here is insane.

    This is the best Animal Crossing experience to be had, ever, in my opinion. The quality of life improvements are killer, the fact that you can change the entire island up are great (putting furniture outside? Say whaaaat? Why was this not the norm
    I'd probably normally give it a 9, since I reserve 10s for games that land in my "best ever" list. But the review bombing here is insane.

    This is the best Animal Crossing experience to be had, ever, in my opinion. The quality of life improvements are killer, the fact that you can change the entire island up are great (putting furniture outside? Say whaaaat? Why was this not the norm long ago?)

    I have played with online friends for several hours over the last couple of days, there is very little lag, and we are all having a blast.

    This doesn't really change much about the formula of animal crossing, and if you have been playing New Leaf for 7 years straight, you may prefer just staying in your old town. But if you want a definitive, next-gen animal crossing on console, this is the best (I mean, the only, but also the best) thing for it.

    It's beautiful, adorable, and a better experience than any AC game that came before it. If you are an AC fan, go ahead and get it. if you're not an AC fan, this might change your mind.

    If you only wanted to buy this game because of a certain type of multiplayer that you wish it had, but has never had, was never planned to have, and had never been described as having, then go get another game. But it's a great experience, and you will be missing out.

    P.S. The museum is my favorite thing about the game. Whoever designed that fossil room needs to design actual museums because I am in love.
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  51. Mar 24, 2020
    9
    It is my first animal crossing and i am enjowing it a lot, I am doing every single thing i can do and that's a lot of thinks also the collect of all bugs, fishes and fossils is one of my favourite entertiments.
    I can understand why people are annoyed by the fact that is only one island per switch, but is a nice coop too, for people who share island, to build it together, i am doing it with
    It is my first animal crossing and i am enjowing it a lot, I am doing every single thing i can do and that's a lot of thinks also the collect of all bugs, fishes and fossils is one of my favourite entertiments.
    I can understand why people are annoyed by the fact that is only one island per switch, but is a nice coop too, for people who share island, to build it together, i am doing it with my little brother and we talk about what happens to one or another in the island. Althrough only I am the founder of the island, he can do the same things than me, so is the same gameplay for us both.
    The art, as music, graphics and gameplay looks good, it just feels the way it must, I think, but there are things that could be better, for example at buying many things, i would like to buy 31 thibgs for examole, instead of doing it in packs of 5, or individually.
    In general i am enjoying this game a lot, but it's not perfect, so almost 10 for me.
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  52. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Same as the rest i assume. Being 2nd player is terrible. You get no story progression or advancements. 1st player gets all of the story recipes and rewards, while 2nd player just plays the basic casual backend.

    Its obviously a shameless money grab by Nintendo, who, already is known for their overpriced ridiculousness. Theyre attempting to get people to buy more switches on impulse and desire to experience the full package. The upsell.

    I wont be buying a second game or a second switch just for that. This is 2020, multiple console saves ARE a thing.

    Ex: Day 3 get to placing out the new home plots, Nook gives player 1 the plots to decide where they go. Not only that, it then gives player 1 ALL of the recipes required to build the materials for the 3 homes. Player 2 gets no recipes for anything or the option to even purchase them.

    TLDR: If youre player 2-8 for that island, you getting shafted.

    BTW, as follow-up, its obvious the reviews are mixed. You can tell who is the solo/single console players are here vs the family/multiple console people.
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  53. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Would be good, but only allows one island per console. Even if I could tolerate that, having multiple people on the island is also broken. No other accounts on the console can progress until the first account to play the game does. Fix this Nintendo.
  54. Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I have been a fan of the animal crossing series for a long time and the newest entry is a worthy add on the the on going franchise. The new mechanics that were added were some that fans like myself have been asking for for a long time. And now that they have been added I could only dream of the things that could come in the future. The only complaint I have is the slow start, but that'sI have been a fan of the animal crossing series for a long time and the newest entry is a worthy add on the the on going franchise. The new mechanics that were added were some that fans like myself have been asking for for a long time. And now that they have been added I could only dream of the things that could come in the future. The only complaint I have is the slow start, but that's fine. I don't mind taking my time with a game. Expand
  55. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing New Horizons is a refreshing entry in the series by combining the best aspects of previous games and polishing them. As a whole New Horizons most resembles the GameCube entry from the early 2000s. With this resemblence comes a few features being cut but in exchange many have been added mostly in the way of customization from the freedom to place whatever you want on theAnimal Crossing New Horizons is a refreshing entry in the series by combining the best aspects of previous games and polishing them. As a whole New Horizons most resembles the GameCube entry from the early 2000s. With this resemblence comes a few features being cut but in exchange many have been added mostly in the way of customization from the freedom to place whatever you want on the island to the ability to change your characters physical appearance when a mirror is present. Overall NH is a fantastic entry. Expand
  56. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Lol 1 island per switch and my wife played first. So I'm **** out of luck huh?

    Wont buy the next nintendo console, easy decision for me.
  57. Mar 24, 2020
    1
    An absolutely wonderful game. I've played every Animal Crossing to date and this is the most polished so far, great mechanics. However, the game completely halts progress for second and subsequent players. Despite having a great time with what I have already played, I'm not going to go back to it because I can't really do much except customize my house and pay my debt, which is beginningAn absolutely wonderful game. I've played every Animal Crossing to date and this is the most polished so far, great mechanics. However, the game completely halts progress for second and subsequent players. Despite having a great time with what I have already played, I'm not going to go back to it because I can't really do much except customize my house and pay my debt, which is beginning to get repetitive. I will update this with a better rating if Nintendo either allows the second player to progress the same as the first player or lets us create multiple islands (which would be preferable). Until then, especially if you want to play this with your family, don't bother. Expand
  58. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Always been a huge Animal Crossing fan, since the original. I love all the tiny details Nintendo included. It’s just so cute! It’s definitely making lockdown a lot more bearable.
  59. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    It's a fun game, arguably 10/10 if you are going to be the only one playing it in your household. If you plan on having more than one person play on the same console, don't even bother buying it. It's a shame they let greed get the better of them by trying to force you to purchase multiple consoles considering how great this game would be without this problem. Unfortunately, it's a hugeIt's a fun game, arguably 10/10 if you are going to be the only one playing it in your household. If you plan on having more than one person play on the same console, don't even bother buying it. It's a shame they let greed get the better of them by trying to force you to purchase multiple consoles considering how great this game would be without this problem. Unfortunately, it's a huge problem for many. Expand
  60. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    The best Animal Crossing edition yet! Amazing graphics and improved gameplay, I absolutely love it and it's the perfect thing to keep occupied with throughout this period of social distancing due to covid-19
  61. Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Animal Crossing New Horizon is a great new entry to the series. While I have a couple of complaints, the good outweighs the bad BY FAR. As a cute, slice of life game, its thrilling to see your villagers come to life around town and build up the game from the very beginning. It really feels liks you have a good grasp of every aspect of the island. I understand people are upset that you onlyAnimal Crossing New Horizon is a great new entry to the series. While I have a couple of complaints, the good outweighs the bad BY FAR. As a cute, slice of life game, its thrilling to see your villagers come to life around town and build up the game from the very beginning. It really feels liks you have a good grasp of every aspect of the island. I understand people are upset that you only have one island per switch, but thats the point? You build and decorate together. And I am a bit disappointed that not everyone can contribute to the development of land, but thats similar to New leaf as well. All in all, the game is lovely and deserves more than what most if these terrible reviews give it. Expand
  62. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    It’s basically new leaf but better in any way possible and local multiplayer is fun!! if only i can give an 11/10 i totally recommend this fire of a game
  63. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Tossing my review in with the rest. I don't mind the sharing the island aspect. A crap idea to be sure, but if that's how the creative minds want to play it then fine I'll play.

    What I find despicable is the 2nd, 3rd, etc players not being to experience a real game. You are in fact a villager that the main player allows the ability to do what they want. I don't know who in Nintendo
    Tossing my review in with the rest. I don't mind the sharing the island aspect. A crap idea to be sure, but if that's how the creative minds want to play it then fine I'll play.

    What I find despicable is the 2nd, 3rd, etc players not being to experience a real game. You are in fact a villager that the main player allows the ability to do what they want. I don't know who in Nintendo decided that was a good idea, but imagine living in a household where only one person matters and everyone else is subservient to that one person. Kind of goes against the idea of building social ties, sharing and having fun. Sharing in my mind isn't only sharing space, but also in sharing responsibility and choice.

    The dictatorial feel of the single console multiplayer of this game destroys its value for me as I'm now subservient to player one. I can't do anything other than farm and wait for player one to plan the city out and progress the story. Imagine save locking a pc so only one player can get to play a game. How ridiculous is that? Well welcome to Animal Crossing New Horizons. Want to play the real game like player one? Go buy a new switch.
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  64. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Literally and unabashedly the greatest game I have ever played in my life. I have always been a fan of Animal Crossing, and this is by and far the greatest in the series. Over a dozen of my friends and I play together, and every single day we're so excited to see what will happen, what will change, what will unlock, etc. Cannot praise this game enough.
  65. Mar 24, 2020
    8
    I started this game without great expectations, and it ended up being an extremely relaxing experience.
    You will not be able to do everything in one day, the game waits for you to come in daily and connect to play. For this reason I highly recommend having a digital version.
    The issue of having only one island per console takes away some points, but in my case I do not share my console
    I started this game without great expectations, and it ended up being an extremely relaxing experience.
    You will not be able to do everything in one day, the game waits for you to come in daily and connect to play. For this reason I highly recommend having a digital version.
    The issue of having only one island per console takes away some points, but in my case I do not share my console with other people because it is not a problem.
    If you are in quarantine like I recommend I take a look at this game.
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  66. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Need another switch to play with my girlfriend?!? Didnt think multiplayer through at all Nintendo just want you to buy more Switch consoles
  67. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    As has been mentioned many times here already, I do not agree that Nintendo should mandate the "one user per system" restriction they have made by allowing the creation of only one island. This game doesn't deserve positive reviews until this is remedied.
  68. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Created an account just to review this game. It's great if your 1 player per console but otherwise it's just a demo of the game for everyone but the first person to start. Critical milestones are locked behind progress that only the person who opened the game first can make (the Island Representative).

    A petty marketing gimmick to sell more consoles. Between this and the scummy mobile
    Created an account just to review this game. It's great if your 1 player per console but otherwise it's just a demo of the game for everyone but the first person to start. Critical milestones are locked behind progress that only the person who opened the game first can make (the Island Representative).

    A petty marketing gimmick to sell more consoles. Between this and the scummy mobile game, Nintendo is on track to become the next EA.
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  69. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing, people who rate it low are idiots, they should know what it's about and how it works, Nintendo were telling you how the one island per console works months ago! This game is great and the best animal crossing yet!
  70. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I never write reviews but i needed to do this one to counter the brainless review-bombers/trolls. Anyways this is one if not the most wholesome game i've ever played. And it came in perfect timing with the whole coronavirus situation... I've played New Leaf but this one is in another level of adiction with me and my girlfriend already puting lots of hours since launch. The new craftingI never write reviews but i needed to do this one to counter the brainless review-bombers/trolls. Anyways this is one if not the most wholesome game i've ever played. And it came in perfect timing with the whole coronavirus situation... I've played New Leaf but this one is in another level of adiction with me and my girlfriend already puting lots of hours since launch. The new crafting mechanic is a lot of fun and keeps the game fresh and the customization options of looks and house + quality of life improvements are very welcome.
    Definitely a must play for Switch owners.
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  71. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    One island per console is a cheap and pointless cash grab showing Nintendo cares more about profit than fans...
  72. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Increíble juego, siento de horas para jugar, y esta las posibilidades no tienen límites
  73. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I love this game and i am very excited to have it. It makes you play it like you should, keeps you having to come back with a little bit every day. I personally do not mind only having one island, that is how the game was when the original came out. I love that i can organise my island and the crafting is interesting. Its the same as the old but made in a new refreshing way.
  74. Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I couldn't wait to play this game! I've been playing animal crossing since it first came out for the GameCube. That being said I'm really impressed with what this new game brings to the table. I absolutely love the single-player gameplay with New Horizon. It's just as relaxing as all of the previous games and it adds so much more to do. I also enjoyed inviting a close friend of mine toI couldn't wait to play this game! I've been playing animal crossing since it first came out for the GameCube. That being said I'm really impressed with what this new game brings to the table. I absolutely love the single-player gameplay with New Horizon. It's just as relaxing as all of the previous games and it adds so much more to do. I also enjoyed inviting a close friend of mine to visit my island. It was very easy to do and we both enjoyed our time. I would say the crappy part about it was having to type to each other to communicate. That was a pain to do but nevertheless we still enjoyed visiting each other. I have yet to try to play with family (We do have two switch systems, however, my son is too young to know how to play and my husband cares more for Smash bros than anything else lol), however, despite it not personally affecting me there should have still been a much better way this could have been implemented for those it does have an effect on. It's not fair that they have to go through so much (even as far as buying another system) just to play with one another when they shouldn't have to. If I remember correctly, in the first animal crossing game you could all live in the same location, so why make it different now? I will however still be fair with my rating. I don't think the game deserves a 0 because of that as it brings a lot to the table, but I cannot give it a 10 when multiplayer is not up to par. Expand
  75. Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Not enough innovation.
    The same repetitive experience but with some features missing like the island from the 3ds game.
  76. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I love this game, It’s my first Animal Crossing. I love all the stuff to do, in this crazy world today, it’s a nice relaxing game to get away from reality. My household has 3 switches though, so the single island to a switch thing don’t bother me.
  77. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    This is only a full game for the first person to boot it up on the system. It is not made clear to anyone either before purchase or during the beginning of the game that players who are sharing the island with the Island Representative (player 1) will have a very limited experience. Secondary players are progress limited to the IR, and do not get the same DIY recipes provided for them thatThis is only a full game for the first person to boot it up on the system. It is not made clear to anyone either before purchase or during the beginning of the game that players who are sharing the island with the Island Representative (player 1) will have a very limited experience. Secondary players are progress limited to the IR, and do not get the same DIY recipes provided for them that the IR gets for free. I can't fathom why Nintendo would do this other than to encourage people to buy extra switches. To be extra clear, this is not a full game if you have multiple users. If you are sharing a Nintendo and are sold on the sharing an island feature advertised, you are being misled.

    If I could return the digital copy I would, it is very upsetting to have been sold something so cynically designed. I share the game with my SO, and the limited experience has ruined it for her, which in turn has ruined the game for me. Both of us were excited since the game was announced and now, 4 days after launch, neither of us wants to touch it.
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  78. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Extremely relaxing game with very fun npc’s to interact with 10/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  79. Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, best in the series so far! Multiplayer is best enjoyed when everyone has their own Switch and own copy of the game. I look forward to playing this one for years to come like I did with the first one on GameCube.
  80. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This delightful game is helping me cope with lockdown. Having not played since City Folk, it's just what I needed in a new AC console game.
  81. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. Period. I’ve seen many people say that the lack of the ability to have multiple islands has completely ruined their experience, but to me, that doesn’t even compare to all the things done right in this game. Refinement of new features, amazing new features, it’s all there. Even if this game isn’t the best Switch game quality-wise, it certainly feels like the mostThis game is amazing. Period. I’ve seen many people say that the lack of the ability to have multiple islands has completely ruined their experience, but to me, that doesn’t even compare to all the things done right in this game. Refinement of new features, amazing new features, it’s all there. Even if this game isn’t the best Switch game quality-wise, it certainly feels like the most polished of the bunch. Definitely worth the buy! Expand
  82. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I hate cry babies reviews bombing, but by the way it's a good game in my humble opinion.
  83. Mar 24, 2020
    1
    After the initial novelty wears off you'll get exactly as many hours enjoyment as you would sitting in front of a doll house. If that's alot of hours then this game is for you. Personally, I can't believe I wasted money on it.
  84. Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Annoying, repetitive, a tedious hassle, way too simple on tutorials while also not giving gameplay tips/important guidal info. Could have been really good if made by someone else. Could have had a good co-op for those that aren't rich. Dragged out. Not recommended for kids, or adults unless you enjoy a simple yet complicated game.
  85. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely a joy! Sure, the first few days are boring, because you're trying to figure it out, but the more you figure it out, you more fun you have meeting new friends, customizing your town, and building new things!
  86. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I am absolutely in love with Animal Crossing: New Horizons! This game could not have come at a better time. What a fun, chill, play at your own pace game. The graphics are wonderful, the jokes are funny. I can't say enough good things about it. Thank you Nintendo for giving us this when we needed it most.
  87. Mar 24, 2020
    4
    Multiplayer is broken. There is several issues with the multiplayer for non-representative resident players. They are severely limited in progressing the game: The non-RR player is:

    -Unable to unlock the DIY recipes acquired through progressing game -Lacks access to purchasing items from the catalog that the representative player has bought/unlocked -Cannot use or unlock emotes -Cannot
    Multiplayer is broken. There is several issues with the multiplayer for non-representative resident players. They are severely limited in progressing the game: The non-RR player is:

    -Unable to unlock the DIY recipes acquired through progressing game -Lacks access to purchasing items from the catalog that the representative player has bought/unlocked
    -Cannot use or unlock emotes -Cannot increase relationship with villagers
    -The non-RR is unable to progress in the game beyond what the representative player has made that day. And often, not even that and is unable to progress at all
    -The second player serves almost no purpose. If you share an island and are the non-RR character, the game is rendered essentially pointless. It desperately needs to be patched
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  88. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    If you have 2 people playing on the same switch all progress is locked behind the first person who loads up the game on the switch. you cannot have multiple islands and the second player cannot progress without the first one doing all of the progression stuff first. pointless and horrifically badly designed, how an oversight this large could possibly be made is beyond comprehension.
  89. Mar 24, 2020
    3
    So the game is cute and fun, but I made the mistake of letting my 9 year old start the game and create an island. She’s been playing now since launch and I’ve decided to start a new island of my own. SORRY but apparently you can’t do that unless you own another switch! One island per game! Totally stupid and unnecessary of Nintendo to do this!
  90. Mar 24, 2020
    4
    The one island per Switch was a weird choice, but the fact that the Resident Rep is the 1st person to play, and as of yet, no way to change that is the biggest mistake Nintendo has made with AC:NH.
  91. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    What's not to love. Would three islands appease you? Me, I'm okay with my one , lah.
  92. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    The game is good. Those butthurt people need to calm down with their reviews. I mean nintendo already announced the save thing before they released the game. No one forced you to buy it...
  93. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Awesome graphics and gameplay. The villagers are really cute! A gem! I really enjoy the series!
  94. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This Is defintely the evolution that we the fans and the saga deserve and a ver y good entrance forma news to the world of Animal crossing.
  95. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    God, what is this? You can only have one island per Switch. I don't understand this choice, Nintendo. It's a deal breaker for me. Fix this immediately.
  96. Mar 24, 2020
    0
    only one island per console is so stupid. update the game and fix the issue, it doesnt work well for anyone with multiple people playing on one switch. at this point it's just a waste of money that I should not have spent at all. if this is the new set up for games I will never buy another switch game.
  97. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I was going to rate this a solid 8 but people are being fat basement nerd ragers and review bombing a game for no real reason again (I certainly don't see any microtransactions at least) people need to stop review bombing every tiny insignificant little thing otherwise no one is going to pay attention to them anymore
    It's a great animal crossing game. If you enjoy the previous games than
    I was going to rate this a solid 8 but people are being fat basement nerd ragers and review bombing a game for no real reason again (I certainly don't see any microtransactions at least) people need to stop review bombing every tiny insignificant little thing otherwise no one is going to pay attention to them anymore
    It's a great animal crossing game. If you enjoy the previous games than this is better.
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  98. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THIS GAME GREAT! I've spent so much ours in this game and I am not going to stop there! Expand
  99. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Really love this game so far, think it's a very modern take on a game that could of aged badly, really easy to pick up and play and I look forward to what or who will show up the next day. looking forward to the future content and a living cycle of DLC.
  100. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    My girlfriend and I place this together and it is awesome!! You have 1 island but as long as you play on different profiles, multiple ppl can live on the same island and there is no reason you can't progress and build on each profile. We can even play together at the same time! But usually one of us will play at a time and progress and build our homes into bigger houses.

    This game was
    My girlfriend and I place this together and it is awesome!! You have 1 island but as long as you play on different profiles, multiple ppl can live on the same island and there is no reason you can't progress and build on each profile. We can even play together at the same time! But usually one of us will play at a time and progress and build our homes into bigger houses.

    This game was worth every penny and for true animal crossing fans, it's everything you missed and wanted from the original!

    I've been playing this for hrs since I got it and it is not slowing down. We are constantly trying to build our houses,get better furniture and such,get new items and tools, catch different kinds of fish and bugs etc., build our island too look better and build a better shop. And I still haven't gotten to the 2nd half of the island! Able to visit friends islands, visit random default islands, customize your character, transfer items from pocket camp! Worth it! My girlfriend is playing right now!
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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 111
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  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]