Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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  1. Andris91
    Nov 5, 2020
    0
    Not an actual review of the game, but one island per switch limitation is anti consumer ****
  2. Policcio
    Mar 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Boring, repetitive. In the live-services era, Nintendo decided to launch a game UNFINISHED, just to ignore it two months after the release. No regular updates, the same boring activities over and over again. At this point, i feel more entretained playing the mobile free to play Pocket Camp than playing this 60 dollar game. I'm almost sure i will sell it by the end of the month.… Expand
  3. ArthurJoelLeo
    Nov 2, 2020
    0
    It’s such a boring game! Features are coming slowly and lately, swimming supposed to be in the game anyway. Also, can’t transfer data to other console and can’t even use cloud system for backup. This game doesn’t deserve $60
  4. JackBeanStalk13
    Oct 31, 2020
    0
    Look. Play the older games before this. If you don’t, you wouldn’t get the whole concept. Animal Crossing is supposed to be based off a town, not an island. Many characters got removed from previous games. If you have slow WiFi, you can’t get the updates, which are limited and are just returning features from previous games. Every previous AC game didn’t require Internet, but this oneLook. Play the older games before this. If you don’t, you wouldn’t get the whole concept. Animal Crossing is supposed to be based off a town, not an island. Many characters got removed from previous games. If you have slow WiFi, you can’t get the updates, which are limited and are just returning features from previous games. Every previous AC game didn’t require Internet, but this one does. I am warning you, don’t play this. Play the older games. If you have a GameCube or Wii, get Animal Crossing GameCube.… Expand
  5. penebullone
    Oct 30, 2020
    8
    Отличная и увлекательная ферма. Это моя первое знакомство с Энимал Кроссинг, и надо сказать, что я нереально рад, что имею возможность играть в эту сумасшедшую и умилительную игру. Еноты просто красавчики, мой остров просто райский уголок. Мы живём на острове с персонажем моей девушки и ещё десятью прямоходящими животными :))

    Это весёлая и необычная для белого человека игра, но ловить    Отличная и увлекательная ферма. Это моя первое знакомство с Энимал Кроссинг, и надо сказать, что я нереально рад, что имею возможность играть в эту сумасшедшую и умилительную игру. Еноты просто красавчики, мой остров просто райский уголок. Мы живём на острове с персонажем моей девушки и ещё десятью прямоходящими животными :))

    Это весёлая и необычная для белого человека игра, но ловить насекомых и рыбу, выкапывать кости динозавров и просто радоваться беззаботной жизни на острове оказалось намного веселее, чем это звучит. Хорошая игра, 8/10

    P.S. Все, кто внизу сетует на то, что им не повезло быть игроком номер 2 или 3, купите себе второй Свитч, вот и всё. На PlayStation тоже есть игры, в которые может играть только 1 человек, и, если кого-то это удивляет, то не занижайте оценку игре, хотя Нинтендо реально поступили немножко странно    … Expand
  6. YanisPLAYER
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game deserved to be the game of the year, it is relaxing and super calm. It's a little management game where you have to manage your island,… Expand
  7. TheComplexWolf
    Oct 27, 2020
    9
    I’ve been playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons since release day and it’s definitely saved me during these difficult months.

    One big update in the latest Animal Crossing game is the ability to transform your island. The terraforming aspect really adds to the game and gives you endless possibilities when it comes to decorating your island. You can build your own decorations and furniture    I’ve been playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons since release day and it’s definitely saved me during these difficult months.

    One big update in the latest Animal Crossing game is the ability to transform your island. The terraforming aspect really adds to the game and gives you endless possibilities when it comes to decorating your island. You can build your own decorations and furniture with materials you find, which help towards the goal of reaching a 5* island.

    The villagers within the game are as adorable as always. An added bonus is that your villagers no longer leave without warning, so you can technically keep your favourite villagers on your island for as long as possible. You can also go out hunting for your next villager which is a fun element.

    The regular updates keep players hooked to the game, particularly the seasonal updates such as Easter, Halloween, etc. Seasonal updates gives you additional goals to work towards which brings you back to the game yet again.

    Whilst I always return to New Horizons regularly, I’ve found that in recent months that I spend less and less time playing as I’ve run out of things to do on my island, which is a shame. There’s always the possibility of redecorating your island, but once you’ve finalised your design then it becomes difficult to find tasks to do to keep yourself busy.

    Another negative that seems quite small, but can become quite frustrating, is the lack of storage. Usually it wouldn’t be a huge issue, however when one big element of the game is to craft items to use across your island, having nowhere to store your materials over time causes you to dump items on your island, bringing the rating down. This is disheartening over time when you can no long aim for a 5* island due to items being dropped on the ground.

    All in all, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a lovely, relaxing game that keeps you coming back for more. The game could easily be a 10/10 game if some of the small frustrations were fixed.    … Expand
  8. nedjones
    Oct 26, 2020
    0
    If you have more than one person in your household that wants to play this game, everyone but the primary person is screwed. Only the primary person is gets the recipes to craft most of the furniture, and only the primary person can build homes for new residents or do any of the stuff required to advance the story. The other people can't even help out, other than gathering resources (woo fun).
  9. treyne7
    Oct 26, 2020
    0
    Piece of **** of **** of **** Piece of ****
    Piece of **** of **** of **** of ****
  10. TheOhGee
    Oct 25, 2020
    9
    As close to perfection this crafting/chilling type of game gets. Tiniest grievances aside (eg. lack of more content, repetitive villager dialogue) this is ace fun for the family—we’re 4 kids and two parents deep into it and everyone loves it unequivocally... the review bombing is unwarranted.

    Another stellar AAA title from Nintendo.
  11. Smitty60
    Oct 23, 2020
    0
    I simply cannot write a positive review of this game due to the one island for the entire console idiocy. Why did Nintendo choose to do such a stupid thing? My other games can handle it. Come on Nintendo, put out a patch!!
  12. Kliximon
    Oct 21, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This could have been a Nintendo masterpiece, however the fact that I had to buy a second Switch (lite) just so that both my wife and I could play is really terrible customer service from Nintendo. I am now super frustrated that I cant move my game over to the bigger Switch and play on the TV. I have been stuck with the small screen for months and despite the fact that my wife is done with the game I have no option but to use the lite version. I pay for the online service but cant transfer my game between the two devices that I had to purchase! With every other game I own I can use both consoles as it suits. Nintendo has basically ruined the whole point of owning a Switch with this game. Again, terrible policy/customer service.… Expand
  13. Resonator
    Oct 21, 2020
    6
    This game is beautiful and relaxing, but for me they've fallen a bit short. The mechanics are simple, very simple, but I feel that a complex system will ruin the game. Would be very fun that they add minigames like in previous games, maybe a supermario in the NES or something like that, or a pinball on the pinball you can buy. The villagers are so cute, but the limit of 10 is stupid whenThis game is beautiful and relaxing, but for me they've fallen a bit short. The mechanics are simple, very simple, but I feel that a complex system will ruin the game. Would be very fun that they add minigames like in previous games, maybe a supermario in the NES or something like that, or a pinball on the pinball you can buy. The villagers are so cute, but the limit of 10 is stupid when you have a big island. Is always the same, they have something right but they fall short.… Expand
  14. MatthewDavisMed
    Oct 17, 2020
    9
    This was a title that really surprised me. I've had so much fun getting into the world and gameplay experience. Hours upon hours of designing and decorating my island life never felt so satisfied and relaxing. This truly is a great game to play during this crisis known as COVID.
  15. AppleCalvados
    Oct 16, 2020
    1
    Это самая скучная игра в моей жизни в которую я играл! Я реально несколько раз засыпал играя в это! По геймплею это типичная игра со смартфона, только без доната, конечно такая халтура не стоит full price! Ставлю заслуженные 1/10 !Это самая скучная игра в моей жизни в которую я играл! Я реально несколько раз засыпал играя в это! По геймплею это типичная игра со смартфона, только без доната, конечно такая халтура не стоит full price! Ставлю заслуженные 1/10 !
  16. nix_
    Oct 15, 2020
    0
    If you are first player, the game is amazing. If you're not... I stopped playing the game when I realize that I couldn't achieve some major developments or enjoy the full experience. Not even with another copy of the game...
  17. DarkSliver
    Oct 15, 2020
    7
    It’s fun for the first 20 hours then it’s gets REALLY SOUR and I just don’t like it I would say buy when all of the updates come out and it could be 100 hours of fun gameplay
  18. ConsoleArgonaut
    Oct 13, 2020
    6
    This opinion on the game is without including the new updates!

    I hated this game for one reason: It absolutely wastes your time in every aspect of the game. Why can't I craft multiple items of one type at once? Why is the inventory so limited from the start? Why are there always so many clicks you have to do for everything? Also, Nintendo. Why can't I cloud save this game? I would    This opinion on the game is without including the new updates!

    I hated this game for one reason: It absolutely wastes your time in every aspect of the game.
    Why can't I craft multiple items of one type at once?
    Why is the inventory so limited from the start?
    Why are there always so many clicks you have to do for everything?
    Also, Nintendo. Why can't I cloud save this game? I would like to uninstall it and come back to it later once there are quality of life updates, but I still have to have the icon on my switch no matter what? That just seems wrong.

    Verdict: This game would be great with enough quality of life updates. As it stands tho it's a giant waste of time.

    Rating:
    Gameplay: 1/5 - Time wasting
    Level Design: 4/5 - Great looking islands with nice exploration.
    Soundtrack: 5/5 - Fantastic
    Story: 2/5 - Everything this game needs, but nothing special
    Graphics: 5/5 - Beautiful.
    Length: 5/5 - As long as you want to. Played it for 30 hours and was still on the start of the game.
    Replay Value: 2/5 - There's no real reason to start over again since you'll repeat everything just with other characters on your island.
    Enjoyment: 1/5 - It just got frustrating the more I played.

    Overall rating: 25/40 => 6.25/10 => 6/10    … Expand
  19. piscesperiod
    Oct 13, 2020
    8
    I particularly enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of this game. It's truly unique. You do things in your own time, at your own pace. Animal Crossing is also a neat reminder that everything takes time, in a day and age where we've grown to be accustomed to unrealistic speed and high expectations.

    I've been playing for a couple months now, and I'm enjoying it a lot. Bounding with the    I particularly enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of this game. It's truly unique. You do things in your own time, at your own pace. Animal Crossing is also a neat reminder that everything takes time, in a day and age where we've grown to be accustomed to unrealistic speed and high expectations.

    I've been playing for a couple months now, and I'm enjoying it a lot. Bounding with the villagers is really cool, customising your island and character and seeing how the flowers bloom, bridges are built and seasons pass is more entertaining than I thought it would be.

    The downsides I'd say are how you can never choose quantity of items, you always have to buy and sell one by one (notable exception of flowers and shrubs, which you can buy in bulks). Also having to first craft a flimsy tool to only then be able to craft the normal one (crafting the tool directly would have been appreciated).    … Expand
  20. mischak
    Oct 10, 2020
    10
    Ok, Nintendo only allows one island per switch, as outlined in all negative reviews, but this is really the best game ever! I now own 3 switches and 3 copies of the game to have my whole family visit each other. It is so nice to have all little chores without violence and stress. No in-app-purchases too. All money is just ‘earned’ in the game. There are so many things to build, so many toOk, Nintendo only allows one island per switch, as outlined in all negative reviews, but this is really the best game ever! I now own 3 switches and 3 copies of the game to have my whole family visit each other. It is so nice to have all little chores without violence and stress. No in-app-purchases too. All money is just ‘earned’ in the game. There are so many things to build, so many to animals to collect. It is really genius that Redd sells genuine and fake art. It will teach children to look close at art and notice details. There is just too much to do. This game justifies buying another switch and game copy!… Expand
  21. Exp0zur3
    Oct 10, 2020
    0
    Don't get me wrong this is amazing, but that's only if no one else is playing ANCH on your Nintendo Switch. The devs put in a feature into the game where if more than one user is playing the game on the same console then you can't do story mode and for that single feature I give this game a zero and don't recommend unless you have more than one console for each person playing Animal Crossing
  22. Lhant
    Oct 6, 2020
    4
    To put it simply, this series thrives more than any other I know of on its long term appeal. Traditionally the series has done this primarily by filling the game with such an abundance of content that you can play for years and still be surprised and see new things occasionally. This particular game in the series has FAR less content to support its long term appeal than ANY other game inTo put it simply, this series thrives more than any other I know of on its long term appeal. Traditionally the series has done this primarily by filling the game with such an abundance of content that you can play for years and still be surprised and see new things occasionally. This particular game in the series has FAR less content to support its long term appeal than ANY other game in the series long history, despite the fact that the majority of the features it does have are not even new.

    Yes, they are releasing free content updates occasionally. But at the rate they are going with these updates, it would take many many years to even catch up to this games predecessor in terms of content (AC: New Leaf, 3DS), let alone surpass it.

    This game has made a number of improvements to the formula, but it's severe lack of content kills it for me. It takes quite a few hours of playing for you to really notice how much less this game has, but once you really get a feel for that it is hard for me to still give this game any praise. I have very little hope that Nintendo is every going to fully correct this unless they seriously step up their game with the updates.    … Expand
  23. Watergolem
    Oct 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a wonderful game each space is magnificent and the stuff is incredible, but is true, the restrictions about made a new island is sad, if I have enough with one switch, I'm not planning buy another one to have the opportunity of build a new island… Expand
  24. ErniHack
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    The game is very entertaining and relaxing, I love to be playing according to the season in which we are, and also includes events, no matter whether you are a casual player or not, the important shelf is to know enjoy the game without having to throw unnecessary toxicity
  25. hihiro
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    한국에서 가장 큰 흥행을 했고 닌텐도 스위치의 판매량을 대폭 올리는데에 큰 기여를 한 게임이다. 힐링게임으로 많은 여성 게이머들이 선호하였고 대란으로 인해 사고 게임이 자기 취향에 맞지 않아서 파는 사람들도 많았다.
  26. Chezidek
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Just a great game! Hundreds of hours pass unnoticed in it! You can live in this game! Nice music, very funny humor! exciting activities...

    Unfortunately, there are also disadvantages, these are terribly outdated and inconvenient mechanics, unjustified restrictions and complications where it is not necessary... The most disgusting thing is that I have to pay for a subscription because    Just a great game! Hundreds of hours pass unnoticed in it! You can live in this game! Nice music, very funny humor! exciting activities...

    Unfortunately, there are also disadvantages, these are terribly outdated and inconvenient mechanics, unjustified restrictions and complications where it is not necessary...

    The most disgusting thing is that I have to pay for a subscription because only in this case my saves will be restored if the console is broken or lost...    … Expand
  27. honest_rev7
    Oct 1, 2020
    1
    WARNING:

    this game makes you suffer psychosomatic disorders. it starts gradually, and then it gets worse, and worse and worse. which is why 1) people get testy and argue with their bf/gf/wife/hubby/siblings which is why 2) people have to take a break from the game. because when playing this loop, they are reportedly much more mentally fragile, get triggered easily, suffer bouts    WARNING:

    this game makes you suffer psychosomatic disorders.

    it starts gradually, and then it gets worse, and worse and worse.

    which is why 1) people get testy and argue with their bf/gf/wife/hubby/siblings

    which is why 2) people have to take a break from the game. because when playing this loop, they are reportedly much more mentally fragile, get triggered easily, suffer bouts of mania, and have mental breakdowns

    3) which is why people hit plateu here after that initial high. it's addictive but not in a fun game sorta way, but like addiction proper. nook miles become external goals that prevent your brain from ever "finishing" aka getting some rest.

    don't let this game ruin your life. it's not cute, it's a dreadful game that wreaks havoc on your mental health once you see it for what it is.    … Expand
  28. sebos80
    Sep 30, 2020
    4
    Big hype like for that boring gamę. Crafting and collecting, this is essence of Animal crossing, and of you want achive something, y need spend hours only collecting Wood, Stones etc.
  29. Gerdo
    Sep 29, 2020
    8
    Really fun game, it sucks all of your time. Graphics and activities are fun to the point they start to feel like a chore. Also I don't really like not being able to actually use the items I get or craft. I can only get to see them.
  30. elgoland
    Sep 26, 2020
    1
    Un timo. Resulta que si quiero que jueguen mis dos hijos tengo que comprar otra consola, sino uno solo puede ir a la isla de otro. Unos fenómenos estos de Nintendo.
  31. TecnoXY
    Sep 24, 2020
    4
    Nintendo update the game and allow at least 2 islands per switch, just do that
  32. Mondyjoy
    Sep 23, 2020
    8
    Like the game a lot, had a lot to do and a big change from the last animal crossing.
  33. dartimos
    Sep 22, 2020
    0
    I've specifically made an account on MetaCritic to warn people off from this game.

    There is a feature in the game called "Primary Player." This player is the only one who is able to make progress in the game. There is no way to make another island for other players. There is no way to transfer power outside deleting the island and restarting. If you are buying this for a family,    I've specifically made an account on MetaCritic to warn people off from this game.

    There is a feature in the game called "Primary Player." This player is the only one who is able to make progress in the game. There is no way to make another island for other players. There is no way to transfer power outside deleting the island and restarting.

    If you are buying this for a family, don't.

    Let's talk about dysfunctional relationships. They are often caused by unilateral decisions and lack of communication.

    The decision to have a primary player is a unilateral decision by the developers despite complaints. It leads to unilateral decisions by the primary player placing their wants and needs over the "secondary" players.

    There is no warning for this. There is no documentation of this. The only way you find are are reviews and comments online. In other words, no communication. Not only that, but it creates a communication inequality within the family. The "lead" player makes the decisions. They can listen to other players, but they don't need to. The other players can suggest ideas, but there's no way to delegate or enable other players.

    The game both practices and fosters dysfunctional relationships. Both between designer and player as well as within the family.

    I gave it a zero because my family cannot play the game. I bought it for my family. It is worth zero to me. If they fix it, or you play it solo, I'd probably give it an 8-10 dependent on later content that I was unable to reach due to the Primary Player bug.    … Expand
  34. ulfhednaru
    Sep 22, 2020
    1
    Apparently you can't play together on the same console because buy another one! You're not poor, are you?
  35. ProjectPeete
    Sep 20, 2020
    8
    Only allowing one island per console is very frustrating. other than that i would only be nitpicking to find negatives. Very chill and fun game.
  36. justArando
    Sep 18, 2020
    0
    It suffers from a severe lack of innovation. It uses a the same formula from previous Animal Crossing but extremely watered down. The villagers are still cookie cutter NPCs that have little difference between each other in their respective personality groups. It was good that they brought new features like landscaping and outdoor decoration, but those features highlight the emphasis by theIt suffers from a severe lack of innovation. It uses a the same formula from previous Animal Crossing but extremely watered down. The villagers are still cookie cutter NPCs that have little difference between each other in their respective personality groups. It was good that they brought new features like landscaping and outdoor decoration, but those features highlight the emphasis by the developers to make things look good rather than have actual value.… Expand
  37. Lynian
    Sep 17, 2020
    0
    ONE SAVE PER SWITCH!!!! Seriously screw you Nintendo. My wife and I having to share an island is the worst. If I could refund it. I would.
  38. NegativeZer0
    Sep 14, 2020
    0
    Literally unplayable game!!! (Girlfriend has an island on my switch using a separate account making the game useless for me)
  39. Daponted
    Sep 13, 2020
    10
    Very fun and addictive, also very fun to play with friends and family. The thing that makes the game so great is how you can finally customize and that is great to express yourself in ways you couldn't in other past games, plus the graphics are great.
  40. GeeBoi11
    Sep 13, 2020
    9
    I hate to love it.

    The good:
    - the Animal Crossing gameplay loop remains as addictive as ever
    - can now fully customise your island
    - crafting feels like a very natural addition
    - great presentation

    The bad:
    - some major quality of life updates are still needed
    - annoying one island per system rule
  41. KeroKero
    Sep 13, 2020
    10
    This game got my family through the scary, bleak Covid lockdown and wildfires this year, and brought us all closer together. It’s part of our daily routine now, and a little bright spot on even the darkest days.
  42. djplanetb
    Sep 12, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Look, this is a very cute and diverting game. I got it when it came out even though I had never played another AC game before, though I have put many hours into Stardew Valley so I thought it would be a good fit. Then the pandemic came and I got into it especially at the beginning. Didn't even time travel until late May or so. I've bred all the varieties of flowers, collected all the fossils in the museum and just finished getting all the artwork too (I'm not some sucker that's going to not TT and wait 3 frigging years of real life to get all the art), terraformed my island several times over, so it's not like I don't appreciate what is in the game. The problem is the seeming hatred Nintendo's programmers have for the players of this game. Talking to Gulliver or Gullivarr, you literally have to hit the A button almost 20 times to get through the dialogues to get your task from them. This is similar for interactions with EVERY NPC that isn't an island villager. Why does Kicks even come to islands? He never sells anything worth having and that's just one more day until you can get some useful like Redd on the island. Crafting DIYs is a pain. I gave up crafing bait probably back in July, once I had caught all the fish available to that point. IF I ever pick up the game again (and it's less likely every day), I will never craft bait again OR terraform again. Terraforming is one island pixel/cell at a time. Like everything in this game, it is beyond tedious. This isn't so much a game as a part-time job and about as enjoyable after the shine wears off. I'm to the point where I cringe every time I hear the Isabelle music when starting up the game, then close my eyes and hit the A button until she's done saying nothing... again.

    Back to the villagers... so boring. It's like you're supposed to talk to them every day, but when you do 9 times out of 10 they say the EXACT same thing they said yesterday. Reading online about how the villagers have been dumbed down and made nicer since the earlier games makes it seem like a really poor choice. When you get to the late game - having plenty of bells in your account and upgrading the house and shops to the max, and having the villagers you want - there's NO reason to go to other islands with Nook Miles Tickets. I now have about 150,000 NMs and NOTHING to spend them on. And I have a few achievements left to earn more but they are grindy AF and it would take me another 100 or 200 hours to get them (I'm ashamed to say I've played this over 500 hours, but I blame that on the pandemic). Not interested.

    To sum up: It's a pretty game with no soul and in the end, will bore the cr*p out of you.    … Expand
  43. Para_
    Sep 11, 2020
    5
    This game is the most disappointed i've ever been with a game I was hyped for. The first 2 months was a great time. It was fun filling out my fossil, bug, and fish collection, and trying to rank up my island. I hit 5 stars, got my fossil collection to 100%, got my house to max rank, and slowly lost my will to play. There is nothing else to do. The landscaping tools are too slow andThis game is the most disappointed i've ever been with a game I was hyped for. The first 2 months was a great time. It was fun filling out my fossil, bug, and fish collection, and trying to rank up my island. I hit 5 stars, got my fossil collection to 100%, got my house to max rank, and slowly lost my will to play. There is nothing else to do. The landscaping tools are too slow and cumbersome to incite me to redesign my island. Catching new bugs and fish stops being exciting. I have 10,000,000 bells from how easy and exploitable the Stalk Market is. You and other people can't modify an island while hosting, leading all multiplayer sessions to devolve into you becoming a tour guide for 10 minutes. The animal dialogue is repetitive and boring. Nook Miles stop being an incentive to do anything later on due to the absurdly grindy goals you have to do.
    The core gameplay loop stops being fun after a month, and makes me regret spending $60 on the game. Nobody I know that picked the game up at launch still consistently plays, and ive heard countless people say the same thing online. They're trying to add new content, but it's far too little, too late and I couldn't be bothered. Whenever I turn the game on, I play for less than 10 minutes, and go play something else. I want to love this game so bad after playing New Leaf daily for *years* but I just can't. Its a rushed, boring mess that has no right to be in the same prestigious series as Animal Crossing.
    If you want to play an Animal Crossing game, you're better off playing New Leaf or Gamecube. This is not worth your time or money. The game is beyond saving with seasonal updates. The core gameplay loop is not fun. I am a long time fan that only wants the best from the series, and New Horizons isn't it.    … Expand
  44. flatpup
    Sep 10, 2020
    4
    First of all, the user score here is very unreliable as it appears the same person has made a ton of accounts to complain about the way Multiplayer functions and you can tell it's the same person because every account has only one review and it's for Animal Crossing New Horizons.

    With that being said, the game has some serious issues. It is severely dumbed down from New Leaf to a very    First of all, the user score here is very unreliable as it appears the same person has made a ton of accounts to complain about the way Multiplayer functions and you can tell it's the same person because every account has only one review and it's for Animal Crossing New Horizons.

    With that being said, the game has some serious issues. It is severely dumbed down from New Leaf to a very disappointing degree. There are less fish to catch, less bugs, Museum is smaller, less shops, less shop upgrades, less furniture, less clothes and less house upgrades. All of these have been changed in favor of a crafting system that is painfully shallow and does not at all make up for the lost content. Nintendo is adding content over time but it's at a painfully slow rate and what is being added is not even close to what this game needs to be as good as New Leaf. If you are deciding whether to buy this game and haven't played New Leaf then you should just buy New Leaf instead.    … Expand
  45. Gtristanv
    Sep 7, 2020
    10
    Gran juego, divertido y con mucho contenido. 100% recomendable si deseas relajarte
  46. TEMP0
    Sep 6, 2020
    7
    I gave this game a 10 score for being a refined island getaway, but I need to take that back. Honestly once you get a 5-star island, a 6 room house, all your favorite villagers in your island, and do a couple of big events, then New Horizons starts to get old. You notice the flaws within the game; it's limited in its features, the graphics & camera angles can feel clunky at times, and it'sI gave this game a 10 score for being a refined island getaway, but I need to take that back. Honestly once you get a 5-star island, a 6 room house, all your favorite villagers in your island, and do a couple of big events, then New Horizons starts to get old. You notice the flaws within the game; it's limited in its features, the graphics & camera angles can feel clunky at times, and it's not even complete yet.… Expand
  47. Moobusman
    Sep 4, 2020
    4
    This game was incredibly hyped up and I was so excited for its release that I pre ordered the game. I’m so dissatisfied with this game. Animal Crossing is a series with so much charm and quirkiness and this game has destroyed that. Also there is a lack of content, I always am doing the same things everyday. When I played/play New Leaf I feel like there’s always SOMETHING I can do to haveThis game was incredibly hyped up and I was so excited for its release that I pre ordered the game. I’m so dissatisfied with this game. Animal Crossing is a series with so much charm and quirkiness and this game has destroyed that. Also there is a lack of content, I always am doing the same things everyday. When I played/play New Leaf I feel like there’s always SOMETHING I can do to have fun. I’m really hoping these updates they’ve promised for 3 years make the game enjoyable, but for now I can’t play this god awful game!… Expand
  48. Seak91
    Aug 31, 2020
    0
    For the secondary accounts is a bored game, you need a second switch, amazing!
  49. DNT
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the perfect game to spend time at home, beautiful and addictive the perfect game to spend time at home, beautiful and addictive… Expand
  50. BoltUp03
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Builds on the previous games in new and inventive ways. Multiplayer is still a slog, however I feel that is more indicative of the platform ( Nintendo ) then the game. I love it!
  51. Fanboykilling
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    یه بازی زیبا و آرامش بخش که در نوع خودش بهترینه و تجربش به همه دوستداران این سبک توصیه میشه
  52. red2fear
    Aug 29, 2020
    2
    Completely Avoid!!!!
    - NPC dialogue options are limited, they will repeat their dialogues after a few days.
    - There are only two shops, no Crazy Redd, no Gracie's shop. no Dream Suite, and only one upgrade.
    - Lack of Furniture Sets, no Classical, no Modern, no Exotic, no Regal.
    No amount of update will disguise this mess of a game.
  53. vxtxlxj
    Aug 29, 2020
    7
    It's a good game with beautiful graphics but it gets quite boring after some time and it just doesn't grip me as New Leaf did.
  54. Edoardo1707
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Wonderful game until my brother wanted to play, he can't create his own island and he cant do the same stuff as me. Too bad
  55. Kike210
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Con el dinero que cuesta, me parece una verguenza que no se pueda tener una isla diferente por usuario es una estafa
  56. hotsuma
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    What? Why such a low score for users? Seeing the number before reviewing this is like wtf? I’ve been waiting for this game since switch was released. From the wild world, to new leaf and now to this. Witnessing the improvements was just nostalgic. To be able to terraform and design your island is so amazing. Amazing game for quarantine days. This is a chill game so to fully appreciateWhat? Why such a low score for users? Seeing the number before reviewing this is like wtf? I’ve been waiting for this game since switch was released. From the wild world, to new leaf and now to this. Witnessing the improvements was just nostalgic. To be able to terraform and design your island is so amazing. Amazing game for quarantine days. This is a chill game so to fully appreciate everything is not to play fast like timetravelling. You don’t need to beat anything. That’s why even if the updates are slow, I love how they drop it one a time so as not to get bored easily. Live the life as an islander/villager. Though I’m still waiting for my favorite barista, Brewster. Giving it an 8 coz New Leaf’s Tortimer island visiting, Retail store and kicks shop were still my fav. And I’ve got to be the mayor then.… Expand
  57. LoBal
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    A good game to pass the time, and with this pandemic it comes in handy for those of us who cannot leave home, although it is true that many things can be improved, still this game is enjoyable
  58. blacktalon
    Aug 28, 2020
    1
    Boring, tedious and devoid of content. This isn't a game but more of a chore and is an absolute rip-off, value wise, demanding a AAA full price sticker. The game should be a $20 USD title at best given how repetitive and empty the "gameplay" is. I couldn't tolerate it for more than 5-10 hours and is, easily, one of my biggest regrets on the Switch. Too bad I bought a digital copy,Boring, tedious and devoid of content. This isn't a game but more of a chore and is an absolute rip-off, value wise, demanding a AAA full price sticker. The game should be a $20 USD title at best given how repetitive and empty the "gameplay" is. I couldn't tolerate it for more than 5-10 hours and is, easily, one of my biggest regrets on the Switch. Too bad I bought a digital copy, otherwise I would've traded it a few days after buying it. Can't recommend this to anyone unless you're a fan of burning money.… Expand
  59. amiwa85
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Got it during the pandemic, and oh boy how happy I was when I got this game. It a laidback and relaxing game. Got 2 Switch just to play this game with my wife. Yes, bought 2 Switches just because of this game. Trading, hunting for villagers, visiting the island, and other stuff during this hard time seems appropriate. Nintendo sure is lucky, they released this game during world lockdownGot it during the pandemic, and oh boy how happy I was when I got this game. It a laidback and relaxing game. Got 2 Switch just to play this game with my wife. Yes, bought 2 Switches just because of this game. Trading, hunting for villagers, visiting the island, and other stuff during this hard time seems appropriate. Nintendo sure is lucky, they released this game during world lockdown and the sale explodes because of that.… Expand
  60. DeivMoon
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    Magnífico juego que te distrae de todos los problemas del mundo y da una experiencia única. Merece mucho la pena
  61. Calm-13
    Aug 26, 2020
    2
    Same complaints as everyone else. Absolutely unacceptable to have this big of a game and multiple family members unable to enjoy their own experience.
  62. CasualGamerGirl
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    Pros: Cute villagers and designs; beautiful environment; relaxing gameplay; relaxing music. Cons: Villager dialogue is repetitive; lack of villager tasks; limited activities to do with friends.
  63. BonesnapTV
    Aug 26, 2020
    0
    Playing local co-op with my daughter had her screaming with excitement. Sadly the experience is awful and not worth doing. The leader plays while the visitor has to stay close (no split screen) and can't do much beside pick up things while following the leader :(
  64. Kickingtheplace
    Aug 26, 2020
    5
    Update Review:
    After buying this same since launch, I honestly thought the newest Animal Crossing game would be better than it's predecessors. However, New Horizons fails to impress after completing the various set of objectives. The updates may have addressed the issues we wanted but the one Island system still exists while we rarely see new things being added. These updates only added    Update Review:
    After buying this same since launch, I honestly thought the newest Animal Crossing game would be better than it's predecessors. However, New Horizons fails to impress after completing the various set of objectives. The updates may have addressed the issues we wanted but the one Island system still exists while we rarely see new things being added. These updates only added special temporary events which did not give me an incentive to go back. Unfortunately, this game is lacking variety compared to New Leaf and City Folk. I feel like this game isn't living up to the hype especially to people who have devoted their lives to the franchise. I hardly hate to say this but this game is honestly a bargain bin to me.    … Expand
  65. Ridleymain
    Aug 25, 2020
    5
    On one hand, I actually like the durability system and the fact that you can craft so many different things, and also the game will always be relaxing and relatively stress-free. On the other hand, the characters are incredibly dry, you can only have one island per console, and for me, the game gets stale after about a week. Also pretty much everything is locked behind a time wall. I don'tOn one hand, I actually like the durability system and the fact that you can craft so many different things, and also the game will always be relaxing and relatively stress-free. On the other hand, the characters are incredibly dry, you can only have one island per console, and for me, the game gets stale after about a week. Also pretty much everything is locked behind a time wall. I don't think it's a bad game, and definitely recommend this to anyone who has not played an animal crossing game before, but it is nothing compared to New Leaf.… Expand
  66. CurlyLox2047
    Aug 25, 2020
    0
    This game is horrible. I have to force myself to play it to justify the $60 spent. It was a gift and I feel guilty not playing it knowing someone spent their hard earned money on it. But it is really bad, it’s like torture, every time I think of the game I get a headache. I can’t believe someone created a game that is not fun at all. You have to break rocks and do chores on this islandThis game is horrible. I have to force myself to play it to justify the $60 spent. It was a gift and I feel guilty not playing it knowing someone spent their hard earned money on it. But it is really bad, it’s like torture, every time I think of the game I get a headache. I can’t believe someone created a game that is not fun at all. You have to break rocks and do chores on this island like you’re a prisoner. I hate it! Just imagine if they made it like Minecraft and you were able to build cute things not made of squares, this would be fun. But this game is so boring!!!… Expand
  67. glittergoose
    Aug 24, 2020
    7
    Initially, I could not put down this game. I spent two weeks after getting a "4-star" island rating trying to raise it to 5 but... I hate it now. I hate the way my island looks and feels. I look to other player's 5-star islands and it is not my jam. I've ruined so much of the natural beauty of my secluded island to please Isabelle, but she's never satisfied. Can't even start a fresh islandInitially, I could not put down this game. I spent two weeks after getting a "4-star" island rating trying to raise it to 5 but... I hate it now. I hate the way my island looks and feels. I look to other player's 5-star islands and it is not my jam. I've ruined so much of the natural beauty of my secluded island to please Isabelle, but she's never satisfied. Can't even start a fresh island without deleting all my progress. Do I really want to back to a time when I only had one outfit?… Expand
  68. Fuyur
    Aug 24, 2020
    1
    La verdad de Nintendo mejor ni dejo opinión de ella con todo el respeto me guardo mi opinión
  69. Frikipopo4000
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    This is the best game in the world!!!!
    Very Funny Game I Can't Stop Playing, is so good.
    Well Done!!
  70. Mjcarrillo96
    Aug 23, 2020
    9
    Probably the most relaxing game I've ever played and was the biggest comfort I've had during quarantine. For the first three months, I literally could not put it down. I love the amount of customization avaliable and how you and your friends' islands and residents will always be wholely unique.

    After six months of playing on my 5-star island, I do have to admit I've run out of things to    Probably the most relaxing game I've ever played and was the biggest comfort I've had during quarantine. For the first three months, I literally could not put it down. I love the amount of customization avaliable and how you and your friends' islands and residents will always be wholely unique.

    After six months of playing on my 5-star island, I do have to admit I've run out of things to do. I only log in once in a while to fill out my catalogue, say hello to my favorite neighbors, or the occasional new idea project that arises. I do really admire how Nintendo puts out monthly updates to keep you interested, though I haven't really found any of them to be super substantial besides the swimming update. I would've liked more quality-of-life improvements to make crafting and decorating more seamless, or even some multiplayer additions. It's always fun to visit my friends' islands and vice versa, though visiting is really the only extent as you can't build or play games together. My time with the game now is more pleasant than it is life-drainingly engaging. But it's hardly something I can really fault the game for, because I put over 170 hours into it! Most games I can't even break 30 hours before I'm tired of it.

    I know I'll never be done with it, even if I don't play it as much now. And I know, I'll be eating up any new Animal Crossing games should they ever make another. For now, I'll keep holding out for a multiple islands update or some multiplayer minigames.    … Expand
  71. TalZavi
    Aug 22, 2020
    0
    My GF started the game first so its 0/10 for me and 9/10 for her. Its realy frustrating to could not play the full game bcs we have only one console for two people. I'm so pissed. This is the game only for people living lonely. Dont buy this game if u have family or partner
  72. MagicMikey
    Aug 22, 2020
    10
    It's gonna be the best selling game on the Switch for a reason. Plus all the free updates are unreal. game of the year in my eyes
  73. Eiria
    Aug 22, 2020
    10
    Juegazo divertido, adictivo y lleno de horas de juego que mejora aún más jugándolo en compañía de amigos.
  74. AuthorityBottle
    Aug 21, 2020
    5
    i honestly don't like graphics. whenever i see realistic or modern graphics the game will be mediocre and thats what i feel about this game. there isn't much to do. And no i don't think adding more fish or more items will make this game any better. i was hoping for more things to do with construction tool but nope there is limit to it and there isn't any activities like hopping for morei honestly don't like graphics. whenever i see realistic or modern graphics the game will be mediocre and thats what i feel about this game. there isn't much to do. And no i don't think adding more fish or more items will make this game any better. i was hoping for more things to do with construction tool but nope there is limit to it and there isn't any activities like hopping for more like when i had wash cars in the old animal crossing not just holidays. i hope to travel somewhere interesting place like, city or just small house. Just some thing interesting not just island and islands and animals to bring. i also don't want put every retail i meet in my island.And you can't kick villager which is annoying, and there villagers don't have any personality , no dislikes, no unique dialog , and no unique rooms. except the five special characters and people are wondering why people wanted that cat so much because he hes unique… Expand
  75. Overt
    Aug 20, 2020
    8
    Entretenido y mejor que TLOU2, lastima siento por los Fanboys de Sony, esto si es un buen juego
  76. Ryno_III
    Aug 21, 2020
    8
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a good game, but I would be amiss to discuss the issues. The game has received a lot of hate for it and that's why the User score is so poor. So how do I feel about this game?

    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a fun game that you can spend over a hundred of hours in the game. There's so much variety and there's a lot to do. There are a lot of items to    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a good game, but I would be amiss to discuss the issues. The game has received a lot of hate for it and that's why the User score is so poor. So how do I feel about this game?

    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a fun game that you can spend over a hundred of hours in the game. There's so much variety and there's a lot to do. There are a lot of items to collect and a lot to customize your island. There's a huge cast of characters each with their own personality. It's also nice to visit a bunch of other islands. There's so many insects, fish, fossils, and paintings to collect and it's a nice and calm game to play.

    The problems? The game is very slow (I'll explain) and plagued by a lot of bizarre problems that is dumbfounding that Nintendo refuses to fix. So let's discuss each one.

    1. The local multiplayer. It's effectively useless. You'll need to create a new profile on another user on the Switch. Once you got the other player... they can't do anything useful. You'll essentially just follow the designated leader and you can use tools. How fun.

    2. The game is "slow". No text speed options and every time you talk with someone, there is a lot of repeated and useless text. It results in button mashing to skip the same dialogue. It's a time waster. This is true for a lot of things in this game... it's not a game breaker.. but it's certainly a bit annoying.

    3. One island per switch. The first player to open the game will become the main account. If you share a switch and have multiple playing the same game, stay away from this game. The main account is the only account that will allow the game to progress in a meaningful way. If you want to switch who is the main account, you'll have to reset the game and clear all data. Seriously? But why?

    All negative things aside, it's a nice game. If you're a true gamer, I don't see this necessarily being a game for you. It's a family friendly game perfect for kids, girlfriends, non-gamers, and adults that aren't big on games. If you want to share the game with someone, don't.... You'll need a switch per person and a copy of the game per person. AC:NW is a nice game. They are updating the game with free updates and I still have a bit of fun playing it a 1-2 hours per day. It's far from perfect, but the game offers a bit of fun.    … Expand
  77. Zeremony
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    Brilliant! Would definitely recommend it to any family and we really enjoy playing it.
  78. Colodrin
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    Nunca había jugado a ningún juego de esta saga...este es el primero y me parece una maravilla de juego..cientos de horas de juego. Buenisimo
  79. HaruShark
    Aug 19, 2020
    9
    Me encanta , es refrescante y muy tranquilizador.Es un juego relajante y divertido , ademas los vecinos me hace sentir acompañado. Me gustaria que tuviera mejor trato con el multijugador como minijuegos y mas actividades en grupo.
  80. LindaSuperGamer
    Aug 19, 2020
    9
    Solo por que tiene mas cosas merece un 9.9, por que eso lo hace un buen juego, muchas cosas destacada demasiado
  81. frogofdeath2
    Aug 18, 2020
    10
    As someone who doesn't share an island with anyone, I love this game. Cannot stop playing. While the game is being bombarded with 0 star reviews for the one island per console, which is stupid I agree, but apparently they had something similar in New Leaf, and that doesn't get bombarded. Why? I guess it's because that was less of a shared console, and it wasn't quarantine. Or maybe peopleAs someone who doesn't share an island with anyone, I love this game. Cannot stop playing. While the game is being bombarded with 0 star reviews for the one island per console, which is stupid I agree, but apparently they had something similar in New Leaf, and that doesn't get bombarded. Why? I guess it's because that was less of a shared console, and it wasn't quarantine. Or maybe people darling New Leaf because it's nostalgic for them. So I find the criticism really unfair. I play it every day, and I've grown so attached. I love decorating the island, hanging out with my villagers, and just soaking in the atmosphere. I've played for 250 hours and I'm still not in any way bored with it, and don't see myself stopping any time soon, as I haven't nearly done all there is to do. I haven't gotten a 5 star island and I haven't completed the museum. Routine is cool and all, but every day feels like a new adventure to me, not to mention the upcoming updates, which I'm really excited for. This game is one of the few things where I trust the critic score over the user score. Highly recommended.… Expand
  82. audreymck28
    Aug 18, 2020
    1
    Absolutely unreal that a $60 game on a $300 system can only accommodate ONE player as the primary. My husband plays periodically for 20-minute stretches, while I log hours swimming around and catching the same few bugs. You can't even help or access the same recipes. My husband decides where things go, builds shops and bridges and houses, and I get the immense pleasure of....dropping offAbsolutely unreal that a $60 game on a $300 system can only accommodate ONE player as the primary. My husband plays periodically for 20-minute stretches, while I log hours swimming around and catching the same few bugs. You can't even help or access the same recipes. My husband decides where things go, builds shops and bridges and houses, and I get the immense pleasure of....dropping off raw materials in front of his house. Beyond disappointed, what a waste of a purchase!… Expand
  83. Jopawho
    Aug 18, 2020
    10
    Énorme pépite !!! C'est la première fois que je joue à un jeu de cette licence et j'ai été tout de suite ébloui par le concept de ce jeu, c'est vraiment fou le nombre d'heures qu'on peut passer sur ce jeu c'est vraiment infinie, j'ai franchement hâte de voir ce que Nintendo va nous proposer pour la prochaine mise à jour. Vraiment génial, un indispensable à faire sur Switch
  84. weevul
    Aug 18, 2020
    0
    You can only have one island per console which means my kids can't separate their islands and they argue about who's putting what where. Wish I hadn't bought this.
  85. MishterBobo
    Aug 15, 2020
    0
    I cannot play a game I bought, the way I want, simply because Nintendo has placed greed above all other priorities. I cannot play because someone else in my household owns a copy and we share a switch. Limit it to one island per cartridge, that's fine. But one per console? Take a step back Nintendo and rethink your decision.
  86. Odey
    Aug 14, 2020
    0
    Bought this game for my kids to play. We have 2 switches and 3 kids. Imagine my disappointment finding out that they each cant start there own islands because of the console limitations. What a terrible terrible limitation to implement. Very disappointed in Nintendo. My own fault for not doing enough research (one I wont make again in the future). If I would have known about this beforeBought this game for my kids to play. We have 2 switches and 3 kids. Imagine my disappointment finding out that they each cant start there own islands because of the console limitations. What a terrible terrible limitation to implement. Very disappointed in Nintendo. My own fault for not doing enough research (one I wont make again in the future). If I would have known about this before making my purchase I would have chosen not to buy this game.… Expand
  87. ace_pilotson
    Aug 12, 2020
    3
    Here is a breakdown for you:

    - Previous features and characters have been removed. - Islands feel small and crammed. - Content is limited and drip-fed. - Crafting and customizing are tedious chores. - Tools break way too easily, and having to craft twice to build one tool is a pain in the a***. - Travelling becomes pointless after a couple of trips. - Terraforming gets old quick.    Here is a breakdown for you:

    - Previous features and characters have been removed.
    - Islands feel small and crammed.
    - Content is limited and drip-fed.
    - Crafting and customizing are tedious chores.
    - Tools break way too easily, and having to craft twice to build one tool is a pain in the a***.
    - Travelling becomes pointless after a couple of trips.
    - Terraforming gets old quick.
    - UI is irritating and everything takes too many button presses. Menu and dialog mechanics from the 1990s are not fun in 2020, Nintendo.
    - Background music is repetitive.
    - Interacting with villagers is repetitive.
    - Local multiplayer is practically a scam.
    - Online multiplayer is basically a middle finger to people with no friends that play the game. Matchmaking? Why bother developing such a feature when you can send people to Facebook to watch some ads.

    Sure, graphics look great and the first few hours of gameplay are entertaining but if you scratch past the surface it is not a very good game.    … Expand
  88. Luahanseng
    Aug 12, 2020
    5
    Great graphics, great concept, tons of random items you can acquire and addictive specially the creativity part. The negatives though, i hate that they limit bunch of things, they basically limit the capability of the switch,
  89. Bashbach1
    Aug 11, 2020
    4
    Only buy this if you are willing to put at least 5 to 10 hours into LEARNING how to do anything in the game. This is not a game for everyone and it gets really old after doing the same thing for weeks on end. I would suggest borrowing a copy form a friend after they get bored.
  90. BoroBoro
    Aug 11, 2020
    0
    My sister bought a switch and the game, we both want to play it and have our own islands. We can’t afford to buy A WHOLE OTHER SWITCH!!! This is a dumb moneygrab it’s obvious, make multiple save files to the game and update it! One person will have fun on the game while the other one is left with nothing to do but collect sticks (no decision making whatsoever). If you have multiple kidsMy sister bought a switch and the game, we both want to play it and have our own islands. We can’t afford to buy A WHOLE OTHER SWITCH!!! This is a dumb moneygrab it’s obvious, make multiple save files to the game and update it! One person will have fun on the game while the other one is left with nothing to do but collect sticks (no decision making whatsoever). If you have multiple kids and don’t want to here them fight and whine over not getting to actually have fun in the game, don’t get it! I am extremely disappointed with Nintendo, the game is great but useless for those who are not the island owner!JUST ADD MULTIPLE SAVE FILES!… Expand
  91. Link_the_garden
    Aug 11, 2020
    10
    Perfect game for the switch. This is my first animal crossing game and really enjoying it. Charm!
  92. ruben1100
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    A very good game, in which you can relax and play a bit every day. The only bad thing would be the late game, after so many hours you do not have so much to do and it gets monotonous.

    About the limitation of only one island I don't think it interferes with the experience. Just enjoy the game .
  93. EvaCritic
    Aug 10, 2020
    2
    My boyfriend was super excited for this game, and visiting each other's island. Today we got majorly disappointed...
    Only 1 island available per system. DO NOT BUY THIS IF YOU WANT TO PLAY TOGETHER. Not only can't you make an island of your own, but all the decisions on the island are made by, essentially, player 1. If Nintendo fixes this sh*'t, I'll reconsider, but otherwise it's a 2 out    My boyfriend was super excited for this game, and visiting each other's island. Today we got majorly disappointed...
    Only 1 island available per system. DO NOT BUY THIS IF YOU WANT TO PLAY TOGETHER. Not only can't you make an island of your own, but all the decisions on the island are made by, essentially, player 1. If Nintendo fixes this sh*'t, I'll reconsider, but otherwise it's a 2 out of 10 for us.    … Expand
  94. GabFire
    Aug 9, 2020
    8
    Eu acho que os jornalistas enaltecem demais os jogos da Nintendo, esse aí não tem nada de ''LENDÁRIO'', Astral Chain é muito melhor. O jogo é bom e divertido, recomendo para quem não é brasileiro, pois a Nintendo não se importa com o Brasil. :)
  95. Aspalber
    Aug 9, 2020
    0
    El hecho de que halla limitaciones en la isla con respecto al primer usuario no permite disfrutar a varios usuarios del juego y trata a todos los que no lo hallan iniciado como invitados en el juego que solo tienen disponible una demo del juego aún teniendolo
  96. ExoticHm
    Aug 9, 2020
    0
    Bought this game for the promising coop experience for me and my GF. Turns out the first registered player in the game is only able go do progress on the ‘’main storyline’’. GF lost interest in the game as the main player, and I did not... So im stuck playing 2 profiles. How about a detailed warning about this before starting making the profiles?????
    And the coop experice is a joke only 1    Bought this game for the promising coop experience for me and my GF. Turns out the first registered player in the game is only able go do progress on the ‘’main storyline’’. GF lost interest in the game as the main player, and I did not... So im stuck playing 2 profiles. How about a detailed warning about this before starting making the profiles?????
    And the coop experice is a joke only 1 player can really do anything, other players are limited to using tools and thats it, gets boring so fast....
    I do not understand why is a good idea? Not even an option to make someone admin. No fun allowed. If you like solo play this game is for you, but find something els if you enjoy coop. The bad rating is due to the game being a huge letdown for me, would never spend this money if I knew those things.    … Expand
  97. E-K
    Aug 8, 2020
    0
    Thank you for the drama and deception with my kids, nintendo. One island per console? What kind of stupid decision is that? This is ridiculous!
  98. Ginam83
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Fun and their so much to do. Being building my island for months and still do not get tired of it.
  99. Ultramarin9
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    It is my first AC game and I love it. I also like that you get the updates for free. :3 Nintendo was lucky to release this charming game during a pandemic ;')
  100. Spaghettichaek
    Aug 6, 2020
    5
    I’ve never played an AC game before. I love life-sim games. This AC reminds me of the Sims, but if the Sims bred with Minecraft and made a game with a terrible UI and a slight superiority complex through the stupid real time method- you MUST wait 24 hours to build this museum, HA. HA.

    It has four main facets of gameplay. Resource grinding, hunting, customisation/crafting and    I’ve never played an AC game before. I love life-sim games. This AC reminds me of the Sims, but if the Sims bred with Minecraft and made a game with a terrible UI and a slight superiority complex through the stupid real time method- you MUST wait 24 hours to build this museum, HA. HA.

    It has four main facets of gameplay. Resource grinding, hunting, customisation/crafting and multiplayer. I‘ll go through these.

    1. Resources

    Grinding for resources, which you have to do with constantly breaking tools, is painful and will lead to mild insanity early in the game. You need wood? Hit that tree. You need stone? Hit that rock. Never-ending. Also, there aren’t enough resources on your island, so you have to fly to other ones created for resource grinding- this costs a stupid amount of in-game currency.

    2. ‘Hunting’.
    You can catch bugs, fish, sea creatures and dig up fossils, all of which you give to the museum. This is fun enough and relatively interesting.

    3. Customisation.

    You start on a deserted island. By the third realtime day if you’ve played quite a lot you’ll get some cool furniture to craft. By the 9th or 10th you’ll get terraforming. The customisation options are relatively wide ranging once you acquire them- but the time it takes is stupid and irritating. However, you can immediately design clothing, which is pretty awesome.

    Placing furniture, however, is one of the most frustrating things- without a useful placing system you just have to drop it and hope it lands in the right place. Sometimes, even when there’s loads of room, the game says ‘no room to place things here’- one of the many irritating unskippable dialogue boxes. Also, moving things like trees is irritating- you have to eat. One. Apple. At. A. Time. Dig the tree up. Plant it. Making a forest is difficult to say the least.

    4. Multiplayer.

    If you have Nintendo Online, for 4 dollars a month you can visit other’s islands with full chat facilities (beware if your kid is young and you don’t want them talking to strangers). This is good, because you can see people’ efforts to customise their islands and hang out with them.

    So, in conclusion- this game is both fun (because of the customisation options) and deeply frustrating. For a game based on creating a desert island in your own way, it takes a ridiculous amount of time to unlock customisation options and there’s much, much too much grinding. Time travel is necessary to avoid deep boredom.

    Buy it if you like life sims and aren’t bothered by grinding for resources.    … Expand
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#3 Best Switch Game of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2020

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90

Universal acclaim - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 1 out of 111
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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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