Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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  1. toesnub
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is fantastic, and the memory limitations don't even mater that much.
  2. coldered
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing is a fun and Relaxing game. My wife and I have enjoyed playinh it together and apart. It's always fun to meet quirky neighbors or to go and explore the world.
  3. CkRules
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I'm a long time fan of the Animal Crossing series and this is by far my favorite! The crafting system is awesome and the ability to have 8 players on a single island is awesome. It seems a lot of people don't get the community aspect of this series, and want to complain about the single island per console deal. I can understand why you would want the option to make a brand new save withoutI'm a long time fan of the Animal Crossing series and this is by far my favorite! The crafting system is awesome and the ability to have 8 players on a single island is awesome. It seems a lot of people don't get the community aspect of this series, and want to complain about the single island per console deal. I can understand why you would want the option to make a brand new save without loosing your original, but to complain that you and your wife cant have seperate islands, really misses the point of this long standing series. Why wouldnt you want to share an island with your wife or kids ...thats the point. Everyone gets to participate together, to create an awesome island that can be built over, literally, years. My wife and I work together to create a happy and healthy community. You can terraform the terrain, craft new items, work together to populate the museum, and more! This is a community building game. The only improvment I would have liked is for everyone in a multiplayer session to have imidiate access to their items without having to switch leaders. The fact you can only have one Island per system isnt a deal breaker, at all. People want to think that Nintendo did this solely for the purposes of selling more Switches, but the way I see it, this is more of a system built to prevent exploiting the game. As I recall, the only game that didnt limit the number of islands per console was the original, and that worked cuz the online capabilitiesof the game cube were very limited. Even the Ds games worked like this. And sure, it would have been cool if they could have solved this in a different way...but the switch doesnt save to the game cartridge, they are read only memory cards. So your island MUST be tied to your internal storage of the Switch. If everyone could make multiple islands, then the game would be very exploitable. I wish that Nintendo could have solved this problem while still allowing multiple islands, or at least one Island per account, but then anyone could make multiple accounts and create. But in New Leaf, i didnt see nearly as much hate for the fact that you had to buy the game twice to make a new file. And like I said, Switch carts are read only, so the game save has to be tied to the console. They could have done cloud storage, but that would mean any user without a subscription is locked out of the game. If Ni te di really wanted to milk their customers, they would ha e provided all the tools and recipies and exclusive tools and recipes, for purchase online. But no. You get the whole game and never have to pay another cent to enjoy it.… Expand
  4. RosemaryRally
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Uh oh looks like Nintendo forgot to put a game in their game.

    To be fair, you can spend 4 years snorting coke and make the game in the last 6 weeks
    -Dunkey
  5. Indianascones82
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Y'all obviously Never played animal crossing it's always been one village per island..now you have an option to go to other islands to get supplies... this is one of the most polished of the series ...if every person got their way animal crossing would be like every other farming game...good job Nintendo ! Suck it y'all spoiled haters
  6. HagarDHorible
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Multiplayer is a joke. I bought it for my kids and only one gets the missions. Nintendo should know better.
  7. AyaMidoria
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    I'm already addicted to the game.
    Pros:
    The graphics are gorgeous, the items keep me interested in collecting, but I don't feel the need to rush through everything in order to do so. I love the character interactions and the animations are very cute. Cons: The RNG could probably be more balanced? Some of the UI could have been more streamlined. I see why people are upset about the lack    I'm already addicted to the game.
    Pros:
    The graphics are gorgeous, the items keep me interested in collecting, but I don't feel the need to rush through everything in order to do so. I love the character interactions and the animations are very cute.
    Cons:
    The RNG could probably be more balanced? Some of the UI could have been more streamlined. I see why people are upset about the lack of content for a second islander, but to me, it feels the same as how New Leaf operated, one character making all the decisions while the others build up their own stuff. Though maybe I'm biased since I have no-one to share the island with except filler characters anyway. Definitely a bit short-sighted decision wise, but not as greedy as some other companies.    … Expand
  8. Timmer421
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I think it is ridiculous that Nintendo thought it would be acceptable to make it so you can only have one island per switch console. There are families that have shared consoles across their kids. So what, are they supposed to buy another two or three switches and games so that everyone can have their own island? Every other switch game can save on separate accounts for different people toI think it is ridiculous that Nintendo thought it would be acceptable to make it so you can only have one island per switch console. There are families that have shared consoles across their kids. So what, are they supposed to buy another two or three switches and games so that everyone can have their own island? Every other switch game can save on separate accounts for different people to play through, so I know that this wasn’t because they didn’t have the capability to allow people their own islands, it is 100% obvious it was a money grab opportunity for them. It’s really upsetting because it is a great game so far, it’s a shame that 2+ people can’t play it on their own accounts with their own islands. You had to take a bigger step from making people buy separate games to play different towns in New Leaf to making people buy their own switches plus another copy of New Horizons. Even a step further, you made it so that when someone else is playing on the creators island, they can do next to nothing to make their own kind of progress. I tried to put up with that form of multiplayer but it is extremely irritating and pointless to even play it at that point. Way to take the fun out of such a promising game Nintendo.… Expand
  9. FormerGlory89
    Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Why are holidays locked to being downloaded only. Why are we locked to one island per system. Why is Nintendo doing everything they can to make sure consumers don’t enjoy a game how they want. Selling the game how I did Luigis Mansion 3 and New Super Mario Bothers Deluxe if it’s not fixed.
  10. SuperCrab
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is most likely the best game I’ve ever played. The amount of things to do is so amazing. However, I can see it not appealing to certain people. This game is a game with basically no action, so if you don’t like relaxing games without the rush a fighting/shooter game would give you, don’t play this. Anyways, 10/10
  11. PinkMagic
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    We love it! I would rate it 11. Super customizable, fun and challenging, gender expansive, visit friends and share messages and items. And it is only getting better as we play.
  12. Shcduffman
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    The game has become way to frustrating and really lame having to share an island. Just like every other game out there. A different user on the switch should be able to have their own island. Plain and simple. What a waste of $65
  13. Cassiel
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Couldn't have made a better sequel and decisions! There so much more to do compared to past entries! The multiplayer aspect is really good despite being dependent on the primary player for a lot of things. Looking forward to the seasonal events!
  14. pizzo
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I bought the game digitally but being the console shared with my girlfriend I discovered that we cannot play two saves with two different islands. All this is unacceptable, to play in two you must have two switches when instead with all the other games you can have two accounts. I hope they fix this otherwise it deserves 0, not having given me the opportunity to deepen the game.
  15. Lostprophets4
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Like many of the reviewers I have run into the problem where any progress I have is gated by the first resident of the island. My wife played the game when it first came in the mail on Friday. Now over the weekend and into this week I have not been able to get the ladder to explore our island as she has not done the mandatory quests that she can only complete. I have lost any ability to progress in the game and lost complete interest in the game due to 0 progression or purpose in playing.… Expand
  16. sneakycrown
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is literally the best in the entire Animal Crossing series, ignore the review bombers. You have more control over the customization of your village than EVER before, and it does have a "deserted island" feel to the game until you give it your own spin and begin to find a comfortable spot in your island. My friends and I have had nothing but fun times on this game playing togetherThis game is literally the best in the entire Animal Crossing series, ignore the review bombers. You have more control over the customization of your village than EVER before, and it does have a "deserted island" feel to the game until you give it your own spin and begin to find a comfortable spot in your island. My friends and I have had nothing but fun times on this game playing together so far (even though it is admittedly young in its life) and its helping several through the quarantine. Ignore the people that are being whiny little babies, please, I implore you. Nintendo legitimately worked hard on this game and pumped out a game that is, in my mind, one of the greatest games on the switch so far. From crafting to being able to be knocked out by several more bugs to many of our special character favourites returning, this is a VERY good addition to the series, and I would almost say perhaps my favourite one yet.… Expand
  17. Wimsey
    Mar 24, 2020
    2
    Only 1 islind for 1 console, are you serious? My wife started plaing AC, and i'm missing all the story. And we cant even move the save to different console. Thats pretty dumb limitations to force us for buing additional copy of the game.
  18. JTShadow
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    A near perfect implementation of a classic series! This is an early review but so far the game has everything you've come to love in the series with new features added to help keep you engaged in the game.

    Quality of life improvements were implemented such as icons notifying you if an item has been donated to the museum already though I do wish that feature was extended to all items in    A near perfect implementation of a classic series! This is an early review but so far the game has everything you've come to love in the series with new features added to help keep you engaged in the game.

    Quality of life improvements were implemented such as icons notifying you if an item has been donated to the museum already though I do wish that feature was extended to all items in general to make it easier to determine what you already have in your catalog. One common complaint I hear echoed is the fact that you can only have one island per system/cartridge but that is only a minor issue, especially with the lower cost of a Switch Lite. One wouldn't expect to share one cartridge and one 3ds and have multiple towns with New Leaf, so this expectation for the Nintendo Switch is pretty entitled. My wife and I as well as our two children play happily on our own consoles and enjoy the multiplayer aspect of the game, though I do hope to be surprised eventually to find minigames like Tortimer Island had.    … Expand
  19. EmperorAzir
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So I made this post cause I felt this is a worthy sequel to new leaf and has added and built off previous ideas. That being said I dont care for the tools breaking but I understand it and have even learn the system more. I don't hold issues with the one island per console as it makes sense as the house can have their own singular Island.

    The new temp 1 off islands make for a fresh way to find new critters as Well as find some villagers. There is also new ways to trade and buy items as Well as new ways to build stuff you want.    … Expand
  20. Aivi
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I dont think that one switch for one island is bad or good. I played the original games and hated them because it was boring to me. Now I get to go on and drop gifts off for my boyfriend in front of his house, hop over to my roommates island and hang out with either one and and drop gifts for them too. I think it's fun to see what's different when I wake up and discussing what to do orI dont think that one switch for one island is bad or good. I played the original games and hated them because it was boring to me. Now I get to go on and drop gifts off for my boyfriend in front of his house, hop over to my roommates island and hang out with either one and and drop gifts for them too. I think it's fun to see what's different when I wake up and discussing what to do or where to out things. It makes it more of a community game.… Expand
  21. RuMona
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Love this game. It is pretty different from the previous titles but I think it is quite refreshing.
  22. Peachplum
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I had such high hopes for this game, and I was immensely let down. Only being able to have one island is ridiculous. We have to have two separate NSO accounts, but can't have two saves? Nintendo, you are showing your EA colors.
  23. Hdogg
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    In addition to the absolutely ridiculous stunt Nintendo pulled by forcing you to have to buy AN ENTIRE NEW CONSOLE IF MORE THAN ONE PERSON WANTS TO PLAY THE GAME, the game is boring and not rewarding at all. It feels like a mobile game because you can barely do anything before running out of things to do. At least in mobile games they give you the option to pay money to progress. HarvestIn addition to the absolutely ridiculous stunt Nintendo pulled by forcing you to have to buy AN ENTIRE NEW CONSOLE IF MORE THAN ONE PERSON WANTS TO PLAY THE GAME, the game is boring and not rewarding at all. It feels like a mobile game because you can barely do anything before running out of things to do. At least in mobile games they give you the option to pay money to progress. Harvest Moon: AWL is way better than this game and it came out over a decade ago. Animal Crossing has to be one of the most overrated games of all time.… Expand
  24. Emily1
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I made this account just to say how horrifically greedy Nintendo are for making users share a game save across the console. I don't know if any other game that force you to do this.

    The game pace is set my the initial character. You share the same destination and cannot progress past the initial players position. If you have multiple kids or anyone wanting to play this seperately, too    I made this account just to say how horrifically greedy Nintendo are for making users share a game save across the console. I don't know if any other game that force you to do this.

    The game pace is set my the initial character. You share the same destination and cannot progress past the initial players position. If you have multiple kids or anyone wanting to play this seperately, too bad. You don't just have to buy a seperate game cartridge you need a WHOLE NEW CONSOLE meaning if you want your own saved game, you have to pay literally HUNDREDS just for the pleasure of doing so. Nintendo can take their console, lube it up with the tears of their disappointed customers and shove it up their money hungry nook hole.

    We've been waiting 7 years and this is what you do. Thanks I'm SO glad I waited for this game.    … Expand
  25. Addikins
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    A wonderful opportunity ruined by progression locked without any form of warning. If you’re the main player but let your spouse or family member play first then it ruins the experience for all secondary players including yourself.

    I’m having to delete my save that I’ve put an enormous amount of time into after 5 days in-game just because of this oversight. No way to switch the island    A wonderful opportunity ruined by progression locked without any form of warning. If you’re the main player but let your spouse or family member play first then it ruins the experience for all secondary players including yourself.

    I’m having to delete my save that I’ve put an enormous amount of time into after 5 days in-game just because of this oversight. No way to switch the island representative or delete the main player without remaking the entire island. It is heartbreaking.    … Expand
  26. Ghilreath
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Very good game, I've never played an animal crossing Game before, but this title
  27. Ashleyola
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Some of you have never played an Animal Crossing game and it shows. This game is great. It improves upon almost every aspect of the game. So sad that some of you feel the need to throw an online tantrum because you didn’t research the game before buying. To everyone else, buy this game! You’ll have loads of fun!
  28. eugenioanez
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Step in and stop review bombing, Metacritic! It’s unfair for developers and gamers.
  29. Denvers
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    Firstly, i would like to say, this is a game I would totally give a 9 or a 10 if it weren't for some HUGE issues. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a FANTASTIC single player experience and is the best game in the installment by far. The game is charming as always and the new crafting mechanic adds so much to the game as a whole. Now, instead of catching bugs, fishing, and gathering fruit toFirstly, i would like to say, this is a game I would totally give a 9 or a 10 if it weren't for some HUGE issues. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a FANTASTIC single player experience and is the best game in the installment by far. The game is charming as always and the new crafting mechanic adds so much to the game as a whole. Now, instead of catching bugs, fishing, and gathering fruit to sell to buy items, you can make your own tools and furniture. Another great addition this game has is the deserted islands you can visit. You are allowed to visit small, deserted islands and gather as many resources there as you can hold to bring back to your island. This helps lower the time it takes to gather enough resources to build a new building or upgrade an old one. Nook Miles is a new addition as well - a currency that you get just by doing things like catching bugs, chopping down trees, and selling items for bells! This makes doing simple little things rewarded. Nook Miles Plus allows you to do simple tasks like catch 5 bugs and then adds a new one right away for you to complete. Here's the main issue with the game - for each copy of Animal Crossing you own, you can only have ONE ISLAND. This would be fine if it were just yourself playing, but other players can't have their own experience AND can't do a lot of things in the game if they don't own the island. Even if you have 2 Nintendo Switches, you can only have one island per copy of Animal Crossing you own. This makes the game so much less enjoyable for other players for no reason - Nintendo could have EASILY allowed for multiple saves. In addition to that, islands can't bew recovered via Nintendo Switch Online which was a major selling point of NSO - backups. Nintendo will recover your island up to one time if you get a new system or break your old one, but after that, you are on your own. I wish Nintendo would fix these issues, because if they did, this game would be nearly perfect. Still, if you don't plan on breaking your Switch and aren't playing with anyone else, I can't reccomend this game enough.… Expand
  30. Robbyiss
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    People have valid concerns with the oversight of a single island on each switch, however I don't believe that makes the game a 0/10. There is truly some trash games on the eShop and New Horizons is not one of them. Since everyone is basing their review on this one flaw, I'll base mine with the fact that I don't share the game with anyone so the game has been perfect for me.
  31. Smock948
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    The best Animal Crossing yet. Ignore all the 0s, it's a bunch of children **** about one or two features instead of calmly and reasonably reviewing the game in totality.
  32. thoromir825
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is incredible. So beautiful, more than ever to do, well paced. The amount of polish alone in this game would be enough for this 10 but add in the fact that it's fun, rewarding and just lets you escape into a world of beauty and serenity. It's a game for the ages. I understand there are users talking about the inability to make island progress without the work of the initialThis game is incredible. So beautiful, more than ever to do, well paced. The amount of polish alone in this game would be enough for this 10 but add in the fact that it's fun, rewarding and just lets you escape into a world of beauty and serenity. It's a game for the ages. I understand there are users talking about the inability to make island progress without the work of the initial player on the island, but that system does make sense to me in some ways and they very well may fix it in a patch if that is a concern of yours. I feel for those who are in that situation but I believe the game is good enough to deserve much better than it's getting for one multiplayer system that they did not advertise quite how it works.… Expand
  33. Sootball
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, great way to relax and spend time enjoying the mundane. A classic that improves with every new iteration.
  34. Ariawho24
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Waiting for new animal crossing for so long and this is exactly what I was waiting for.
  35. TeddyMarinaro
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    An excellent addition to the series! New Horizons expands on the tried and true formula of laid back task management and town expansion by adding a simple yet deep crafting component, and then allowing players to apply this to the island as a whole!

    For those new to the game, yes it revolves around you paying off your debt to a capitalist raccoon, but the tasks you undertake to reach that    An excellent addition to the series! New Horizons expands on the tried and true formula of laid back task management and town expansion by adding a simple yet deep crafting component, and then allowing players to apply this to the island as a whole!

    For those new to the game, yes it revolves around you paying off your debt to a capitalist raccoon, but the tasks you undertake to reach that frankly easy goal are fishing, catching bugs and more, things that play well into the concept of something relaxing.

    While the restriction of one island to console is interesting, I believe it was a choice made to tie it into the other games which have had the same gesture to allow for people to work together on the same island and grow it as a group, while also limiting play time so that one can experience other things. While that may not be everyone's cup of tea, the game was designed by someone who enjoyed these game activities in real life, so perhaps one should take a page out of the creator's book and try them in real life!    … Expand
  36. JackDGood
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Best animal crossing ever, don’t listen to bad reviews, they are just mad cause they spent all there money on toilet paper.
    1 island thing stinks but does not make this a bad game.
    Great job Nintendo!!!
  37. Aloth78
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Awesome game. The best Animal Crossing so far!
  38. BlankCaption
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I have been extremely excited to try this game. But I am someone who honestly has control issues when it comes to how I want to organize my island. My fiance is also very excited to play, and I let her play first. We played a little bit together, though it was immediately apparent that the first player was important and my character doesn't have a story or any sort of contribution otherI have been extremely excited to try this game. But I am someone who honestly has control issues when it comes to how I want to organize my island. My fiance is also very excited to play, and I let her play first. We played a little bit together, though it was immediately apparent that the first player was important and my character doesn't have a story or any sort of contribution other than existing to pick stuff up for the main person or organize my tent.

    So, oh well, I figured. We could turn it off and I could play alone and start setting some stuff up...oh...except I can't. Oh..and the museum isn't here...oh...and my fiance has to work from home right now because of COVID and has no time to play so I am stuck on an island with absolutely nothing to do.Thanks for the waste of 80 bucks Nintendo. The scam, trying to force people to buy more switches is disgusting    … Expand
  39. AyeJay
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    As a huge fan of the game it makes me sad that Nintendo is doing everything in their power to largely prevent what had built their industry from the beginning. It's an obvious problem that is not hard to fix and I really hope they find a way to make it co-op friendly.
  40. cakarot
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    As it is right now, I have to give it a 0 since you can only have 1 island per switch and my girlfriend is the primary player. Since I can not create my own island without paying $360 for a new switch and new game, it was a waste of money for me. There's absolutely no reason why in this day and age you should only be able to enjoy a game like this on a per console basis. If they changeAs it is right now, I have to give it a 0 since you can only have 1 island per switch and my girlfriend is the primary player. Since I can not create my own island without paying $360 for a new switch and new game, it was a waste of money for me. There's absolutely no reason why in this day and age you should only be able to enjoy a game like this on a per console basis. If they change that so I can also make a new game then I will change my score, but as it stands this seems borderline criminal, anti-consumer, and it appears to be a cash grab by Nintendo. I can only imagine the problems this causes in households with children trying to play.… Expand
  41. beantaco
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Terrible, one island per switch, greed of nintendo is displayed here. They have no care for their supporters if they are willing to rob them of their money. Please don’t buy until they fix this.
  42. E_Z_E
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    This is a very fun game if you are playing single player. Multi-player definitely has its flaws and only being able to have one island per console kind of sucks. Personally I don't find it that much of a problem myself since I'm the only one playing the game and I don't have access to internet. There is a few minor things I would have changed but all in all a solid game. Be vigilant and doThis is a very fun game if you are playing single player. Multi-player definitely has its flaws and only being able to have one island per console kind of sucks. Personally I don't find it that much of a problem myself since I'm the only one playing the game and I don't have access to internet. There is a few minor things I would have changed but all in all a solid game. Be vigilant and do your research before you buy a game, unlike the people review bombing this game… Expand
  43. thequietgiraffe
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I've played around 9 hours out of the past 24. Absolutely brilliant addition to the AC series. Gorgeous graphics, and that serene gameplay feel I've come to expect from AC games.
  44. jjenninnggss
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I created a metacritic account for the sole purpose of expressing my disappointment in this game. It'd be a 10 for the single player game, but the terrible way they handled multiplayer ruins it. I let my wife take the lead, only to find I can't progress. Plus, playing at the same time with local coop is a joke. I'd rather sit back and watch someone else play. Like others have pointed out,I created a metacritic account for the sole purpose of expressing my disappointment in this game. It'd be a 10 for the single player game, but the terrible way they handled multiplayer ruins it. I let my wife take the lead, only to find I can't progress. Plus, playing at the same time with local coop is a joke. I'd rather sit back and watch someone else play. Like others have pointed out, this is a blatant and disappointing money grab by Nintendo.… Expand
  45. AmericanNinja95
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing New Horizons is the best Animal Crossing game I have ever played! I have played since Thursday night and have loved every minute of it.
  46. Kba
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    The game is deep, charming and endless. Customization and quality of life improvements make New Horizons the best AC to date. And please stop giving the game zeroes for not having features that weren't advertised. Nintendo made it clear that it was one island per Switch. I don't agree with it, but at least give the game a seven or eight and give a substantive review.
  47. UraniumDonut
    Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Lackluster, it only allows for one Island per console. Progress is all right and the aesthetics are nice
  48. Gorand
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    The local multiplayer is terrible. For an idea of the target audience, the settings only have 2 options, and has a raccoon tell you to get your parents before using them. I tried to get my money back, but Nintendo's return policy isn't as good as Steams.
  49. Tempest636
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Polished and fun! Some features that other animal crossings start with are now behind a few long steps (Town Hall), but the new landscaping and online are amazing fun!
  50. Xantus2522
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Game is unplayable as a second account. Constant progress locks and zero say in island customization completely ruins the experience. Will update rating if Nintendo allows individual islands.
  51. Nickknel
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Being allowed one island per user would be okay not per console. Have refunded this game and suggest you do the same what a money grab
  52. Yeray122
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Es un juego fantástico donde puedes hacer un montón de cosas súper interesantes
  53. Sol_Morningstar
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    While I think the in home multi-player stuff is aittle borked, the game is GORGEOUS and so very very enjoyable otherwise.
  54. Intelligimus
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Limiting the number of accounts/island on a family game is appalling, if you want multiple people in your house to play you are required to have multiple switch’s even though Nintendo allow you to have multiple profiles on one switch this game and progress is locked to one profile.
  55. dezin2020
    Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Multiplayer is horrible you have to guess when your friend is in online shared mode to join them just to add them to your ingame friend list to message them. One island per switch is also a bad move and seems like this game have less items then previous games
  56. rinks361
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Really fun game! It's a nice change of pace from all the run and gun type of games that have been coming out lately. Haven't had a self-paced game this interesting since I played Stardew Valley. There's always something new to explore, things to upgrade and decorate. It's sad that people are complaining that there's no "objective" to obtain or arrive at are obviously new to Animal CrossingReally fun game! It's a nice change of pace from all the run and gun type of games that have been coming out lately. Haven't had a self-paced game this interesting since I played Stardew Valley. There's always something new to explore, things to upgrade and decorate. It's sad that people are complaining that there's no "objective" to obtain or arrive at are obviously new to Animal Crossing and didn't understand what they were getting into. That's like a fan of action movies going to watch a romance movie and then rating it low because there was no action in it...

    AC:NH has charming graphics, the iconic dialog speech patterns, and plenty to see and do for the hardcore fans of the series. I never played the other games but this one immediately hooked me into playing every single day. I'm hoping for expansions to the island sizes as the starting areas are pretty small.    … Expand
  57. NeoKrox
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    #EpicWin This game is everything we love about the franchise and much more.
  58. TempestTeacup
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Absolutely adorable, relaxing, and fun. Perfect for sheltering in place. It’s extremely polished and improves on some of the more tedious elements of old games. It’s truly spectacular.
  59. HCritic
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    It is the game you need right now! A gem full of things to do with or without friends. A graphically and mechanically polished game that enters the top games of the year!
  60. Kazaa916
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Nintendo made the greedy decision to only allow one island per a switch even if you have two copies of animal crossing. If more than one person in the house wants to play and have their own island you must own multiple switches.
  61. Saiyangod
    Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Game is amazing. Ruined it with the one island system. Will have to buy another switch now just like Nintendo wants.
  62. Duero
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Made an account just to say this games great, love sharing an island with my fiancee. Together, we can power through collecting resources and we get to share the joy of having the same villagers.
  63. ottolotl
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    One island per switch should be changed. It is a terrible money hungry idea and it should be fixed in the next patch
  64. santoryu
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    1. This game is absolutely phenomenal. A perfect follow-up to New Leaf. I can't stop fishing and catching bugs and exploring the other deserted islands. I can't wait to be able to use amiibos and move Stitches into my island!!!

    2. Animal Crossing has always been one town per memory card/console. It's been like this from the first iteration of the dang game on GameCub. You had to buy a    1. This game is absolutely phenomenal. A perfect follow-up to New Leaf. I can't stop fishing and catching bugs and exploring the other deserted islands. I can't wait to be able to use amiibos and move Stitches into my island!!!

    2. Animal Crossing has always been one town per memory card/console. It's been like this from the first iteration of the dang game on GameCub. You had to buy a second memory card to have a second town.

    3. There was SO MUCH MEDIA surrounding this game that warned y'all you couldn't have a second island. It was quite literally everywhere. It shouldn't have been a surprise to you, and if it was, maybe you should research games before you buy them?    … Expand
  65. Sembubble
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is a heap if fun for all animal crossing veterans and new players! The new crafting feature is really intuitive and it dowant feel like some crafting is put of reach like in other games. The game is rewarding and always gives you something to work on. I'm really glad I picked it up.
  66. Kkslider
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is definitely the best in the series. It takes everything up a notch. The characters are as lovable as in Population Growing again, and the world is as huge as well. Building the world how you want from New Leaf is completely ramped up, and the world is more full of fish and bugs than ever. Crafting completely changes the game, allowing the player to enjoyAnimal Crossing: New Horizons is definitely the best in the series. It takes everything up a notch. The characters are as lovable as in Population Growing again, and the world is as huge as well. Building the world how you want from New Leaf is completely ramped up, and the world is more full of fish and bugs than ever. Crafting completely changes the game, allowing the player to enjoy the game at night or early morning, even though shops are closed. This is truly a triumphant return for Animal Crossing, and the game will be even better when the dlc arrives. If you enjoyed any Animal Crossing game, you'll love this one, and if you've never given Animal Crossing a shot, now's certainly the time. Those new to Animal Crossing will love the game, and those who have played an AC game, or fans since the original (like me) will absolutely adore it. - kkslider… Expand
  67. blackholebomb
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    So this game is better than any Animal Crossing game before it, it adds a ton of new features and adds to the flavor of the world of Animal Crossing, helping you become more invested in your game over all.

    However there have been a number of complains about the "one island per console". This has always been the case for Animal Crossing, that anyone playing on the same console and/or    So this game is better than any Animal Crossing game before it, it adds a ton of new features and adds to the flavor of the world of Animal Crossing, helping you become more invested in your game over all.

    However there have been a number of complains about the "one island per console". This has always been the case for Animal Crossing, that anyone playing on the same console and/or cart would share the world with their other family members. GameCube is the exception because it had memory cards. Just like before, if everyone wants their own isolated experience, then you need to have your own system. That's what the Switch Lite is for, it's meant to be the 3DS/DS/GBA to the Wii U/Wii/GC of its generation, except we get to play all the same games now. So like before, get your own system and copy of the game, business as usual. You probably were a single console multiple handheld family before, so be a multiple Switch family.    … Expand
  68. FlyingPiloswine
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I am a single player that does not have to share an island, and who sees online interactions as a small quirk instead of a needed feature. This game is amazing for me.

    However, I am 100% in support of the anger and frustration my fellow users who have to share an island are experiencing. If I had to share with a sibling or my wife, I would be extremely angry. It just isn't fair that you    I am a single player that does not have to share an island, and who sees online interactions as a small quirk instead of a needed feature. This game is amazing for me.

    However, I am 100% in support of the anger and frustration my fellow users who have to share an island are experiencing. If I had to share with a sibling or my wife, I would be extremely angry. It just isn't fair that you don't get your own save file and agency. We all can't afford multiple game consoles for the sole purpose of having a unique save file. That is downright preposterous, and I am certain it was some big wig exec who decided that.    … Expand
  69. adultjuicebox
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Super cute, but as a second player I cannot do anything and there is no point to even playing the game. It is ludicrous that in order to create my own island and actually play the game I have to get a second switch. Really? Solid money grab, Nintendo. BOO
  70. ZWiz25
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing New Horizons, is by far the best game in the series. The game starts off differently from every other animal crossing.You start in a barren island with 2 other villagers and a very bare bones shop. You also can’t reach the majority of the island yet. As you progress you gain new tools that help collect bugs, fish, and building supplies. You’ll eventually see more shops moveAnimal Crossing New Horizons, is by far the best game in the series. The game starts off differently from every other animal crossing.You start in a barren island with 2 other villagers and a very bare bones shop. You also can’t reach the majority of the island yet. As you progress you gain new tools that help collect bugs, fish, and building supplies. You’ll eventually see more shops move in as you also gain new tools like the pole vault and ladder to explore the rest of the island. It’s extremely fun to see the island develop into a full on town. While the game does take days to get new things, you can easily skip that process by using time travel (I personally don’t). My main complaint is the multiplayer. For at least where I am now, there’s not much to do besides visit your friends island and not much more. But in end I do really enjoy my time playing the game and think it’s an easy 10/10 game.… Expand
  71. bon-s
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I love Animal Crossing, but I cannot give this game anything higher than 0 because of just how ridiculously and blaringly obvious some flaws are.

    -One island per console. Families or couples are locked behind whatever the first player profile has done. You cannot progress if the other islander has played less than you. This is absolutely intentional by Nintendo as to entice you to have    I love Animal Crossing, but I cannot give this game anything higher than 0 because of just how ridiculously and blaringly obvious some flaws are.

    -One island per console. Families or couples are locked behind whatever the first player profile has done. You cannot progress if the other islander has played less than you. This is absolutely intentional by Nintendo as to entice you to have one Switch per person. Greed.

    -Online multiplayer is a joke. Even when you have people added as best friends, you cannot place any furniture. It gets incredibly boring very quickly when all you can do is fish and catch bugs with friends. At least on New Leaf you could go to Tortimer's Island, to meet new people or with friends, you could play minigames and grind expensive bugs and fish.

    -No dream towns, which was a fantastic way to check out themed towns. On that note, now it's much harder to theme your town as shops etc are not in a separate instance i.e high street.

    -Duplication glitch has absolutely demolished the trading community. Anyone that isn't cheating cannot buy anything for a reasonable price anymore. How there hasn't been a small patch for nearly a week now is crazy.

    It honestly just feels like a big step backwards for the franchise. Some pros so it's not all negative below:

    -Graphics are beautiful

    -You can move trees, bamboo and buildings

    -Terraforming

    I'll change the score if they ever fix these problems.    … Expand
  72. KoiFish
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    It’s a good game, well designed, good art direction, lots to create. It’s not a game for everybody, but if you’re even a little creative you’ll enjoy it and it’ll be relaxing fun. However the game does drop a point for me due to the forced sharing of an island on the same console. It has always been part of the franchise, but it was largely due to technological limitations in my opinion.It’s a good game, well designed, good art direction, lots to create. It’s not a game for everybody, but if you’re even a little creative you’ll enjoy it and it’ll be relaxing fun. However the game does drop a point for me due to the forced sharing of an island on the same console. It has always been part of the franchise, but it was largely due to technological limitations in my opinion. But sharing an island isn’t horrible in fact it can lead to a much more interesting experience. If we ever get the option to have separate islands my score will go up to a nine. Long and short of it is: if you think you’d like it, you will. If you’re interested give it a try… Expand
  73. capitan_linkx
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Muy divertido , me encanta y si meten alguna actualización será un autentico juegazo.
  74. missingno5
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I never write reviews. I absolutely love this game. It’s a blast. However, the collaborative aspect of the game is incredibly flawed. I bought this game with the intention of sharing an island with my girlfriend. However, only one of us has complete control of the island. The other villager is locked out of certain aspects of the game. This makes no sense to me. Surprisingly, the originalI never write reviews. I absolutely love this game. It’s a blast. However, the collaborative aspect of the game is incredibly flawed. I bought this game with the intention of sharing an island with my girlfriend. However, only one of us has complete control of the island. The other villager is locked out of certain aspects of the game. This makes no sense to me. Surprisingly, the original game well over a decade ago got this part of the game right: everyone had equal control. Why is this hard to do in 2020? The whole idea that there should be one leader and everyone else should be handicapped is insane.… Expand
  75. Katskywalker
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    The fact that only one player per household gets to go on the missions and collect the prizes while every other player is locked out of missions is rediculous. It seems like a ploy from Nintendo to get households to purchase multiple switch consoles.
  76. AmandaR
    Mar 24, 2020
    5
    This is a great game, it's super relaxing and fun to play. It's cool that you can craft items in this game. I don't get why people are complaing about how only the one person can do certain things on the island since most of the previous games were like this. In the 3DS only the one player was the mayor, so this wasn't really a surprise.
  77. chloeagora
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    100% worth the wait! Enough like the old animal crossing games to keep the same feel but enough new additions to make it fresh and new
  78. Melondrea
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
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  79. Dudestoon
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Animal crossing has always been about multiple people all working together to make your town better. People complaining about only getting one island are missing what animal crossing is about.
  80. Fad42
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Perfect game for the weird times we are in. Beautiful, and filled to the brim with what AC fans would want.
  81. Robo-Horus
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    It's pretty fun. The multiplayer is lack luster but otherwise is an amazing game so far.
  82. Pillowytuba1
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    This game is truly a 1 player game!!! I bought it because it said up to 8 players. Such a lie! False advertising and makes kids very sad. You need a switch per player to really enjoy the game. It has made kids everywhere cry!!!! BIG MISTAKE NINTENDO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  83. Jadeadr6
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I'm a newbie to animal crossing. This is the first one I've ever played. I had a few close friends recommend the series to me and oh boy! I'm regretting not getting it sooner! I find it so relaxing and addictive. If you need to escape from things for a bit, then this game is definitely for you.
  84. Iceman1511
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I bought this game to play specifically with my wife but apparently, Nintendo wants us to ALSO buy a second Switch to be able to make that happen . I'm done with it, just going to return it and say the game was defective. If more then one person uses your Switch, don't waste your time and money with this game.
  85. Kahvinheitin
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I was so anxiously waiting for this game!!!

    I have been waiting for two generations to be able to play Animal Crossing, because I wasn’t interested on playing on my daughters island previously, and I thought that finally I could get my own island as Switch OS has own profiles for each player for each game. But what is this!? I should buy two more Switches and three copies of the game    I was so anxiously waiting for this game!!!

    I have been waiting for two generations to be able to play Animal Crossing, because I wasn’t interested on playing on my daughters island previously, and I thought that finally I could get my own island as Switch OS has own profiles for each player for each game.

    But what is this!? I should buy two more Switches and three copies of the game so that my daughters can get their own islands and I could get my own?

    What if my Wife wants to play? I need to buy a fourth Switch!?!

    This Switch deal is getting worse and worse.
    (We Also have 4 pairs of drifting Joy Cons)
    Fffffuuuuuuuu

    I’m losing my religion. And I have been such a Nintendo fanboy!!1!1!    … Expand
  86. Iryniepoo
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is fantastic. Hate having one island? Buy another switch.… Expand
  87. th3blacklotus
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Please, please, please, PLEASE do yourself a favor and ignore the obnoxiously low ratings you see around the internet and actually read up on the history of this game. Animal Crossing has always been a 1 island per console/game. The way this game is presented to you is nothing new or out of the ordinary from previous games.

    That being said, the actual review: My wife and I have taken    Please, please, please, PLEASE do yourself a favor and ignore the obnoxiously low ratings you see around the internet and actually read up on the history of this game. Animal Crossing has always been a 1 island per console/game. The way this game is presented to you is nothing new or out of the ordinary from previous games.

    That being said, the actual review: My wife and I have taken turns passing the controller back and forth for a combined 48 hours now and we're loving every minute. Do things get repetitive? Yes, they can. Do you run out of things to do? Yes, you can. Is that any reason to not play this game? No not at all. This game is everything we've waited for, and more. We're going to happily play this game every day we possibly can, through every season we possibly can, and for AS LONG as we possibly can.    … Expand
  88. SidneySurfs
    Mar 24, 2020
    1
    One island per console? Really? Nintendo you should be above this, you really don't understand multiplayer do ya, first Mario Maker 2 and now this
  89. moktejo
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Back in my day you got one town and you liked it! Learn to share with the people you live with.
  90. SolaceX
    Mar 24, 2020
    4
    It's funny, in my household, we have two switches and two copies of the game. With that said, the multiplayer still sucks. I understand trading can be game breaking, but there's literally no point in visiting your friends islands other then to just what they have. I wish there was more local multiplayer co op features as it's just really limiting to the player. "Nintendo is known to makeIt's funny, in my household, we have two switches and two copies of the game. With that said, the multiplayer still sucks. I understand trading can be game breaking, but there's literally no point in visiting your friends islands other then to just what they have. I wish there was more local multiplayer co op features as it's just really limiting to the player. "Nintendo is known to make great games with one critical flaw all the time, usually the multiplayer"… Expand
  91. c_anthony
    Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a great solo game that innovates and improves on most facets of the previous entries in the series and advertises that you can play with up to eight players on one island!
    On the surface it sounds great, and it can be if you only want to play solo. This is a social game though, meant to be enjoyed by more than one person, and that experience is    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a great solo game that innovates and improves on most facets of the previous entries in the series and advertises that you can play with up to eight players on one island!
    On the surface it sounds great, and it can be if you only want to play solo. This is a social game though, meant to be enjoyed by more than one person, and that experience is unfortunately ruined by some unbelievably poor design choices and limitations.
    The only player who gets any real meaningful control over the island is the one who begins the game. They get to build villager's houses, place community buildings, etc. All players who come after them are treated like second-rate citizens, are given no control over virtually anything, and have a significantly diminished experience.
    Through their failings, Nintendo has ruined what would have been an amazing experience for people to enjoy together. Unless you intend to play this game solo I suggest avoiding it.    … Expand
  92. Admiralpdxtr
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Any reviews stating that there's only one island per console are true and valid, and I completely understand why anyone with friends would be disappointed by this game. But the people who keep saying 'its slow and confusing to progress' or 'I shouldn't have to wait days to get something' have no idea what they're talking about. This isn't CoD my dudes. You bought a sim game. Would youAny reviews stating that there's only one island per console are true and valid, and I completely understand why anyone with friends would be disappointed by this game. But the people who keep saying 'its slow and confusing to progress' or 'I shouldn't have to wait days to get something' have no idea what they're talking about. This isn't CoD my dudes. You bought a sim game. Would you write the same review for Minecraft? You're not supposed to rush the story and finish the game. This isn't a speedrun, it's a form of escapism and just because the end goal isn't to send Tom nook hurtling into the depths of hell to save the earth doesn't give you the right to give it a bad review like it's a poorly made game. If you're gonna do that, there are plenty of valid reasons to complain about this game. Other than the weird one island thing, it's very fun and I thoroughly enjoy it.… Expand
  93. Ununheptium
    Mar 24, 2020
    4
    Great game, but Nintendo needs to fix the multiplayer couch issue. Every player's account on the switch should be able to access everything and progress. There is no sense of community with just 1 leader and the other players not being able to make major decisions. I don't mind the one island per console .
  94. JoseP09
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Un juego fantástico, con muchas opciones, con el cual puedes relajarte y jugarlos con tu familia
  95. Chriosania
    Mar 24, 2020
    1
    Be great if I could play the game. One island per console and the nonsense "resident rep" makes it impossible for multiple people to play this game. I'm locked out of most of the game because the first player hasn't unlocked everything yet. Hardly a family game for what one would consider the most family friend console. Worst AC to date if things aren't fixed....and I've played almost every game.
  96. Garblovian
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Broken multi-player ruined the game. The local co-op is the most poorly designed game mechanic I've ever seen. Why couldn't they just make it split screen like every other game... ever? Beyond that the fact that everyone on a one switch has to share an island is the most desperate attempt to get people to but more switches.
  97. comrad5055
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Another great Animal Crossing installment. It keeps all the basics you love from the old games while adding new islands to explore and a fun crafting system.
  98. Sad_Villager
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    Having multiple players on one account isn't working as expected. My achievements are gated behind the progress of my 4 year-old. Very sad.
  99. Nmo
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    So no cloud saves, only 1 island per console, and everyone except player 1 is screwed over to just collecting flowers? Don't buy this
  100. Mc3
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    The games fantastic! To all the people complaining about the 1 island per switch, if you were paying at least .1% of attention you would have known that, cause that was told to us multiple times i repeat multiple times! Also maybe do some research before buying the game maybe? You certainly have time to write a trash review!
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  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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