Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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  1. AnkIMonkey
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    As this was my first Animal Crossing, I had my hopes high. Perhaps even higher than reasonable. But thankfully, months of hype and a pre-order didn't go to waste, as this is already one of my favorite switch games. Thanks, Nintendo, for another great game!
  2. Obamaprism
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Great game, beautiful graphics, lots of heart and soul was put into this game. I’ve already spend hours just fishing that’s how good it is. It’s a good game for new and old fans.
  3. Animalhorizons
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Best animal crossing game to date

    I understand that it’s only one island per console but Nintendo might change that very soon as the production team of animal crossing are very passionate towards their games
  4. BabaYega
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Carismático, relaxante, e com um esmero absoluto.

    Um carinho absurdo da Nintendo nesta obra.

    Obrigatório.
  5. mds27272
    Mar 20, 2020
    4
    My gf started playing before me. No option to create my own island and guys, being the 2nd player to start on a console SUCKS!!!! You miss out on so much that only the 1st player gets in terms of activities, resources, etc. It's absolutely terrible. You have to buy a 2nd console if more than one person in your household wants to get the full game experience. That's unacceptable.
  6. Pmango0312
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    People, stop freaking out about the whole 1 town, 1 switch thing. Honestly, you probably have two switches/ switch lites if you really want to play with anyone in your family. Everyone is just looking at the game’s one multiplayer flaw and immediately giving it a zero. No one is looking at the game by itself, and I see a extremely polished Animal crossing game that me and my brother arePeople, stop freaking out about the whole 1 town, 1 switch thing. Honestly, you probably have two switches/ switch lites if you really want to play with anyone in your family. Everyone is just looking at the game’s one multiplayer flaw and immediately giving it a zero. No one is looking at the game by itself, and I see a extremely polished Animal crossing game that me and my brother are having a blast with. There are some quality of life issues, for example selling stuff doesn’t let you select multiple items to sell at a time( same with buying), but those can be easily overlooked. It’s probably one of the best looking switch games, and the music is phenomenal! Definitely a game you can really sink your teeth in until Nintendo eventually gives us another great game to play. I haven’t gotten to try out the online yet, but it does look really fun going to your friends islands and helping them too. Hopefully this has convinced you to get this game, and don’t listen to the whiners
    complaining about one problem who don’t see the game for what it truly is.    … Expand
  7. HappyHermyHype
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    By far the best Animal Crossing game yet. Sure, one island per system is oldscool (it was there in every animal crossing game), but it should encourages beeing social and sharing one island with your family.
  8. RocketRon
    Mar 20, 2020
    0
    This is so annoying. Only one player has the ability to play this game because only one island. Nintendo doesn't deserve my money anymore.
  9. lolo2178
    Mar 20, 2020
    5
    While the game itself is great, really relaxing and gorgeous, i can't ignore one thing that ruins the whole experience for me and a lot of other people as seen by the different user reviews.

    That thing is that you only have 1 island per console. This decision limits to one person being able to enjoy the full experience. It also nukes any creative control of the island, since you have    While the game itself is great, really relaxing and gorgeous, i can't ignore one thing that ruins the whole experience for me and a lot of other people as seen by the different user reviews.

    That thing is that you only have 1 island per console. This decision limits to one person being able to enjoy the full experience. It also nukes any creative control of the island, since you have the other users
    house and furniture. I hope nintendo can soon fix this big issue, because for now, this killed any intentions i had to play the game.    … Expand
  10. tb726
    Mar 20, 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.

    Sorry but this is an instant 0/10. The Switch is a family-oriented console and this is not a family-oriented game. This is a colossal failure on Nintendo’s part.    … Expand
  11. LucianoBR
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Excelente game! Divertido em todos os aspectos! Um prato cheio para fãs da franquia!
  12. Themechanic6969
    Mar 20, 2020
    9
    Juego divertido y adictivo dan ganas de seguir avanzando y diafrutando este juego
  13. Elleeooo
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    That's a fantastic game, the beat animal crossing since the first hours player i can't ask something better
  14. Drud
    Mar 20, 2020
    7
    Im Currently 18 hours in, with over 2 months worth of time skips. Game seems worse than its predecessors, Overall its a fun experience, but its limited in ways that i can only believe are to allow more copies to be sold before people can see the lack of content. Im on my 4th house expansion with a town of 6, shop upgraded. And it seems like im at the end of the museum collection. TheIm Currently 18 hours in, with over 2 months worth of time skips. Game seems worse than its predecessors, Overall its a fun experience, but its limited in ways that i can only believe are to allow more copies to be sold before people can see the lack of content. Im on my 4th house expansion with a town of 6, shop upgraded. And it seems like im at the end of the museum collection. The little things that made the previous games feel special are missing, while new mechanics are in place to create a facade of advancement. Tons of things are missing from previous games that have become staples. Removal of the stat system for catches also removes half of the excitement of catching the same stuff over and over since you cant get a New best because size simply no longer exists. Controls could have been improved alot for this game, There are no touch functions despite having alot of use in many areas, such as home design and patterns or basic inventory management. Information is sparse. The game expects you to understand what your doing and why your doing it with zero direction for majority of the game. Honestly if this was any other game it would score much lower and i haven't even gotten into the multiplayer aspect both locally and online.… Expand
  15. Rankaku
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    As a vetern New Leaf player, I really enjoy this recent release. Its really relaxing and fun to play each day. This type of game isn't for binging in one sitting, it takes time to fully play it.

    Defo recommend it for any switch owner!
  16. eliasstosve
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Made a metacritic account just to give this game a 10/10
    Today is the day my Animal Crossing addiction began.
  17. mercurysmessage
    Mar 20, 2020
    6
    An awesome Animal Crossing Experience. Being able to build out your island the way you like is an awesome feature. It's almost like having a crossover episode between Minecraft and Animal Crossing.

    The only negative is the one Island per console. If we could have even one per User I would have given this game a higher score.
  18. flori_vld
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    The long awaited hype for the sequel to Animal Crossing New Leaf has been met!
    The short delay was well worth it and I'm happy Nintendo took their time!
  19. necai
    Mar 20, 2020
    0
    Forcing there to only be 1 island per account completely ruins multiplayer for any family or residents that share a switch. The only way to enjoy this with your family is purchasing multiple switches, and that's completely ridiculous. There's no reason not to have the option of starting a new Island. Just shady business. The game is fun, unfortunately, not everyone who lives on the islandForcing there to only be 1 island per account completely ruins multiplayer for any family or residents that share a switch. The only way to enjoy this with your family is purchasing multiple switches, and that's completely ridiculous. There's no reason not to have the option of starting a new Island. Just shady business. The game is fun, unfortunately, not everyone who lives on the island will get to experience that.… Expand
  20. chokkaku
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    I love animal crossing and this is the best title
    everything is beautiful, everything is improved, and every animal crossing fan needs to play just say that.
    for people who are saying that nintendo didn't warn about being an island by nintendo switch, it's a lie, everything was warned, we even had a nintendo direct of animal crossing talking about everything in the game.
  21. FavorableGamer
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons was one of the best first-party games exclusively published by Nintendo. Packed with new and interesting content, it is something worthwhile for individuals looking forward playing the next series of Animal Crossing. Recently, they showcased so much information on Animal Crossing Direct, and there were exciting things we can do. For instance, the ability ofAnimal Crossing: New Horizons was one of the best first-party games exclusively published by Nintendo. Packed with new and interesting content, it is something worthwhile for individuals looking forward playing the next series of Animal Crossing. Recently, they showcased so much information on Animal Crossing Direct, and there were exciting things we can do. For instance, the ability of being able to terraform and waterscape the land, achievements, 8 players online, customizations, and so on. While playing it, one of the honorable mentions was the writing itself, which may be referred to as the character’s dialog. Because they were willing to add variety of words when they talk, it seems enjoyable and natural to go talk with different characters in the game. However, there are downsides. You might have only one island per console, which means you cannot have multiple islands in the game. Besides, the incapable of not supporting cloud-saves. It needs to be supported, so people won’t get their internal data lost. Although, the game fully meets expectations with a good gameplay in which it is intended for hardcore audiences. At last, this is beyond the next level of Animal Crossing game, and a must-buy title in 2020.… Expand
  22. supman
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Best animal crossing game of all time. This is so beautiful. So comfy. Yeap GOTY.
  23. Veodok
    Mar 20, 2020
    9
    Super fun! Would recommend to any animal crossing fan! The island progression is really fun to go through and the book miles tasks are really engaging!
  24. aperoll
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Imagine rating it one star simply because you don't like one design choice. As if all of the good was completely wiped out simply because you can only have one island.

    It sucks that that's the case, but at the same time the game is fantastic. I mean, it's the best animal crossing experience so far. You'll love it.
  25. MrsPandora
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    This is just my Happy place game along with breath of the wild and Fire emblem three houses, all relaxing and chill, nothing about it feels unfinished or not fun, everything feels like it belongs in animal crossing and easily took over my life in the last few hours, and I know it won’t wear off
  26. Outryder86
    Mar 20, 2020
    0
    I was very excited for this new installment of the Animal Crossing series. And I wish I could say that all the new bells and whistles and pretty graphics have made it the best ever. But Nintendo made the worst decision they could have possible made for this game.

    You can only have one island per SWITCH. Not per user profile. Not per Cartridge. Per SWITCH. This game is supposed to be    I was very excited for this new installment of the Animal Crossing series. And I wish I could say that all the new bells and whistles and pretty graphics have made it the best ever. But Nintendo made the worst decision they could have possible made for this game.

    You can only have one island per SWITCH. Not per user profile. Not per Cartridge. Per SWITCH.

    This game is supposed to be Zen. It's not supposed to be the reason for a spike in domestic homicides. Having to share limited space with multiple family members competing for limited daily resources basically makes this game unplayable if, like a reasonable human, you only have one of these consoles in your family because they already have multiplayer support and you shouldn't need more than one for everyone to enjoy a game.

    Nintendo needs to patch this, or else refund every person that isn't a single person household with this game.    … Expand
  27. revan4ik
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    this game dragged me too much, I can’t live without it ... help me please.
  28. Myohmy
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    This game is already a 20/10 just playing less than 5 hours. It’s already blown new leaf out of the waters.
  29. Thomas0968
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Невероятная игра с уникальной атмосферой. Точнее то нужно для релакса в 2020!^_^
    Не понимаю тех, кто ставит это милой игре 0 баллов. У вас нет чувств!
  30. Subby89
    Mar 20, 2020
    0
    It's 2020 and for some reason Nintendo has decided that only one island is available per Switch console. Meaning my fiancé cannot progress the game beyond what I have done since I started my game first. She cannot place buildings down. She cannot obtain better tools until I've done it myself. Why is she hamstrung? She has to have a lesser experience because of it. This is an utter joke andIt's 2020 and for some reason Nintendo has decided that only one island is available per Switch console. Meaning my fiancé cannot progress the game beyond what I have done since I started my game first. She cannot place buildings down. She cannot obtain better tools until I've done it myself. Why is she hamstrung? She has to have a lesser experience because of it. This is an utter joke and I expect my money back. I'm being pushed into buying a new console just so she can have the full experience. I will NOT be buying a whole new console just for that. This is shameful.… Expand
  31. chankills
    Mar 20, 2020
    0
    I purchased this game for my household (me and my GF) and she started playing the game first. There was no advertisement or clear indication of this but each switch console is limited to one Island and the first person on that Island has a much better gaming experience than anyone else. Anyone else that joins the island cannot build and building, set any mandates, and cannot progress inI purchased this game for my household (me and my GF) and she started playing the game first. There was no advertisement or clear indication of this but each switch console is limited to one Island and the first person on that Island has a much better gaming experience than anyone else. Anyone else that joins the island cannot build and building, set any mandates, and cannot progress in the story (e.g. getting tools) until the owner of the island does. There are also restrictions on what the second player can put in the musuem. There is no reason for there not to be a second game file for each profile on the switch and Ninentdo attempt to push people to buy seperate consoles for this game is extremely greedy. Gameplay is actually great but the severe limitations and no forewarning leads me to post this review to tell people not to buy this game if more than one person will play on the switch.… Expand
  32. Brittlehollow
    Mar 20, 2020
    0
    If more than one person plays on a Switch, even with seperate profiles you are forced to share not only the island but all the resources as well. Anyone playing on a file after the first person to create a file is extremely limited as well. It is an absolute nightmare to play with more than one person.
  33. rafilks182
    Mar 20, 2020
    1
    they heavily marketed this game as a social experience. a game to share with your friends and family. but heres the catch, you will need 1 nintendo switch for each player to get the full experience. I bought the game to share it with my girlfriend but the first player is considered as the FOUNDER of the island, and he is the one that will progress the story, that will unlock stuff and dothey heavily marketed this game as a social experience. a game to share with your friends and family. but heres the catch, you will need 1 nintendo switch for each player to get the full experience. I bought the game to share it with my girlfriend but the first player is considered as the FOUNDER of the island, and he is the one that will progress the story, that will unlock stuff and do all the cool things. The second nintendo switch profile will act merely as a villager, with little to no impact on the game and not able to progress without the founders progress. Game ruined by greed, want to have the full experience? BUY 2 PHYSICAL COPIES AND 2 NINTENDO SWITCHES, yeah thats what nintendo requires of you to play a social game if you want to be social.… Expand
  34. leetl1
    Mar 20, 2020
    9
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a significant improvement over the tragically bad Amiibo Festival as it goes back to the classic gameplay that we know from our childhoods.
  35. sooners11
    Mar 20, 2020
    0
    One island per console is a pretty terrible and greedy design choice by Nintendo. Whoever is first on the island gets the full game experience and everyone else is gimped and cannot progress or do the same things.
  36. kiddxan
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ich liebe alles an diesem Spiel. Auch das neue Craften ist so eine gute idee gewesen. Die Musik ist auch wie in allen Vorgängern schön und beruhigend. Es fühlt sich einfach an ein perfektes Spiel… Expand
  37. BennyFastFeet
    Mar 20, 2020
    9
    Wonderful game, my first Animal Crossing. Nintedo Switch graphics are stunning. A lot like Stardew Valley, but more Nook! However, please let me pick up multiple items at once!
  38. septimal
    Mar 20, 2020
    9
    I absolutely love this game; however, both me and my brother would like to have our own islands but this is not possible without the purchase of another switch. This is extremely disappointing as Nintendo intentionally did this; they could have just done the save files similar to games like BOTW or SMO, but they didn't. So, despite this being one of my favorite games this year; I feelI absolutely love this game; however, both me and my brother would like to have our own islands but this is not possible without the purchase of another switch. This is extremely disappointing as Nintendo intentionally did this; they could have just done the save files similar to games like BOTW or SMO, but they didn't. So, despite this being one of my favorite games this year; I feel Nintendo made a poor decision in forcing players to buy multiple switches to have multiple islands.… Expand
  39. meritum
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Best animal crossing game. Beautiful and fresh game. You want to spend more time in the world you create with likable characters and lots of things to do. Minecraft of Switch era. So much creativity. Loving it so far
  40. SuperDelphi
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    A brand-new Animal Crossing experience! And a fresh one. The in-game content seems endless, while the typical atmosphere of the franchise is fully present.
    Nothing to say. Awesome
  41. no_uu
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    After some hours of playing,i can say my opinion.its a good game,its really relaxing,and with this game you can take a break.this game is really good in this period because of the quarantine.the bad thing is that at the very first hours you can't explore that much because of the 2 rivers; also this game is not for everyone,not everyone can appreciate this game.but anyway,its a really goodAfter some hours of playing,i can say my opinion.its a good game,its really relaxing,and with this game you can take a break.this game is really good in this period because of the quarantine.the bad thing is that at the very first hours you can't explore that much because of the 2 rivers; also this game is not for everyone,not everyone can appreciate this game.but anyway,its a really good game.it has some really good graphics and i didn't see any graphic problem.so yeah,i reccomend this.(p.s this game is is even better with headphones!relaxing music+high quality sound effects is the best!you should try if you have some headphones.)… Expand
  42. Mathioso
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    What a great game just to relax and have fun, I already can't stop playing!
  43. Fakers
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Очень хорошая игра, мне очень понравилась стилистика этой игры
  44. FunkyVerb
    Mar 20, 2020
    1
    Same-console multiplayer is severely limited. The game was designed so that only one person per family can actually get the full experience. Do NOT buy this game if you want to play with multiple people.
  45. skai90
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    This Game is perfect after a hard day of work to relax and have a good time.
    You can play it 10 min a day or 4 hours a day - its a lot what you can do.
    When you like NL you also will love NH!
  46. AmiigoCD
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Unique concept, pacing and vibe. A true open world game where you dictate the pace and even the plot. One of the all time great games.
  47. Lumostark
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    The graphics, the gameplay loop, the music, the personalization options, the dialogues are all really charming. It's the scape from the world I've been looking for.
  48. Arfon
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Countless hours of fun awaits you in this fabulous game!!! It has lots of new stuff and new mechanics that will keep you playing all day and night, but the effort is rewarded. You never get bored when you do all of the features like fishing, crafting, completing challenges, etc.
    100% recommeded and truly a "Must Play" if you have a Switch.
  49. Phantafun
    Mar 20, 2020
    4
    A good game, for sure, but only 1 Island. With this limitation, to keep the interest longer, only my wife play.

    Half the payer, half the rating. I Hope a change soon
  50. 000PLAYER000
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    Cant stop playing!
  51. Edgery95
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    From my first 4 hours of playing, I can tell this game is an absolute master class in creativity. I don't normally enjoy games like this but there's just something about the charm and progression system that fills me with joy. If you're on the fence and want a completely lax, joy filled experience, then I can't recommend this game enough!
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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 111 Critic Reviews

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