Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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  1. Sembubble
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This game is a heap if fun for all animal crossing veterans and new players! The new crafting feature is really intuitive and it dowant feel like some crafting is put of reach like in other games. The game is rewarding and always gives you something to work on. I'm really glad I picked it up.
  2. Yeray122
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Es un juego fantástico donde puedes hacer un montón de cosas súper interesantes
  3. Tempest636
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Polished and fun! Some features that other animal crossings start with are now behind a few long steps (Town Hall), but the new landscaping and online are amazing fun!
  4. PinkMagic
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    We love it! I would rate it 11. Super customizable, fun and challenging, gender expansive, visit friends and share messages and items. And it is only getting better as we play.
  5. NintendoWii
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THIS GAME GREAT! I've spent so much ours in this game and I am not going to stop there!… Expand
  6. Lagunist
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I am thoroughly disappointed at many different things about this game. Everything from only having one island per switch to the overarching theme of nintendo lately, which is to over monetize every single IP that they have.
  7. Citrusrobot
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Really love this game so far, think it's a very modern take on a game that could of aged badly, really easy to pick up and play and I look forward to what or who will show up the next day. looking forward to the future content and a living cycle of DLC.
  8. Mspigglypooh
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I couldn't wait to play this game! I've been playing animal crossing since it first came out for the GameCube. That being said I'm really impressed with what this new game brings to the table. I absolutely love the single-player gameplay with New Horizon. It's just as relaxing as all of the previous games and it adds so much more to do. I also enjoyed inviting a close friend of mine toI couldn't wait to play this game! I've been playing animal crossing since it first came out for the GameCube. That being said I'm really impressed with what this new game brings to the table. I absolutely love the single-player gameplay with New Horizon. It's just as relaxing as all of the previous games and it adds so much more to do. I also enjoyed inviting a close friend of mine to visit my island. It was very easy to do and we both enjoyed our time. I would say the crappy part about it was having to type to each other to communicate. That was a pain to do but nevertheless we still enjoyed visiting each other. I have yet to try to play with family (We do have two switch systems, however, my son is too young to know how to play and my husband cares more for Smash bros than anything else lol), however, despite it not personally affecting me there should have still been a much better way this could have been implemented for those it does have an effect on. It's not fair that they have to go through so much (even as far as buying another system) just to play with one another when they shouldn't have to. If I remember correctly, in the first animal crossing game you could all live in the same location, so why make it different now? I will however still be fair with my rating. I don't think the game deserves a 0 because of that as it brings a lot to the table, but I cannot give it a 10 when multiplayer is not up to par.… Expand
  9. Martin509
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, best in the series so far! Multiplayer is best enjoyed when everyone has their own Switch and own copy of the game. I look forward to playing this one for years to come like I did with the first one on GameCube.
  10. rungefam16
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I love this game and i am very excited to have it. It makes you play it like you should, keeps you having to come back with a little bit every day. I personally do not mind only having one island, that is how the game was when the original came out. I love that i can organise my island and the crafting is interesting. Its the same as the old but made in a new refreshing way.
  11. Bogavante
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing New Horizons is a refreshing entry in the series by combining the best aspects of previous games and polishing them. As a whole New Horizons most resembles the GameCube entry from the early 2000s. With this resemblence comes a few features being cut but in exchange many have been added mostly in the way of customization from the freedom to place whatever you want on theAnimal Crossing New Horizons is a refreshing entry in the series by combining the best aspects of previous games and polishing them. As a whole New Horizons most resembles the GameCube entry from the early 2000s. With this resemblence comes a few features being cut but in exchange many have been added mostly in the way of customization from the freedom to place whatever you want on the island to the ability to change your characters physical appearance when a mirror is present. Overall NH is a fantastic entry.… Expand
  12. dpkramer
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    The one island thing is indefensible, even if they told us up front. How many families have more than one child that would want to run their own island without their siblings interfering?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    It sucks, because the large majority of the game is good - but it's like someone gave you a delicious ice cream, but then slapped you in the back of your head every time you try to enjoy it.    … Expand
  13. TempoGamer
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I have been a fan of the animal crossing series for a long time and the newest entry is a worthy add on the the on going franchise. The new mechanics that were added were some that fans like myself have been asking for for a long time. And now that they have been added I could only dream of the things that could come in the future. The only complaint I have is the slow start, but that'sI have been a fan of the animal crossing series for a long time and the newest entry is a worthy add on the the on going franchise. The new mechanics that were added were some that fans like myself have been asking for for a long time. And now that they have been added I could only dream of the things that could come in the future. The only complaint I have is the slow start, but that's fine. I don't mind taking my time with a game.… Expand
  14. De4dlyk1tt3n
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    I think this might just be one of the best Animal Crossings yet. I know there is a lot of flack for the one island thing but I don't think that learning how to share and not be a jerk is a bad thing, Ultimately there is a lot to do and collect and the multiplayer functions are neat. I just wish you could go to random islands with friends. it would make the grinding a lot more fun, also theI think this might just be one of the best Animal Crossings yet. I know there is a lot of flack for the one island thing but I don't think that learning how to share and not be a jerk is a bad thing, Ultimately there is a lot to do and collect and the multiplayer functions are neat. I just wish you could go to random islands with friends. it would make the grinding a lot more fun, also the length of the in game chat message sometimes seems too short.… Expand
  15. choochooman
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    We spent $300 on a switch for the family. $50 for this game. However unlike every other game we own on the system (Breath of the Wild, Fire Emblem, Ring Fit, Astral Chain) only 1 player in our family can get the full experience in Animal Crossing. Everyone else get's a much more butchered experience and they have less ability to effect their own game world. This kind of system does notWe spent $300 on a switch for the family. $50 for this game. However unlike every other game we own on the system (Breath of the Wild, Fire Emblem, Ring Fit, Astral Chain) only 1 player in our family can get the full experience in Animal Crossing. Everyone else get's a much more butchered experience and they have less ability to effect their own game world. This kind of system does not exist in the other games we have nor is it something you see in games on other systems. Nintendo this is absolutely ridiculous that if other members of our family want the full Animal Crossing New Horizons experience they need to buy a brand new Switch system for themselves. Please fix this issue! Until Nintendo fixes this with a patch I would recommend anyone who shares their Switch system to NOT buy this game.… Expand
  16. Philosophile
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    I would love this game if it weren't for the multiplayer. Forcing two players to be on split screen is bad enough, but add in the fact that each Switch system can only have ONE island and you get a giant steaming pile of sh*t. This game could have been amazing but those things completely ruin everything it could have been. I won't be buying another AC title, if there ever is one. Hope theyI would love this game if it weren't for the multiplayer. Forcing two players to be on split screen is bad enough, but add in the fact that each Switch system can only have ONE island and you get a giant steaming pile of sh*t. This game could have been amazing but those things completely ruin everything it could have been. I won't be buying another AC title, if there ever is one. Hope they let the series die here instead of running it into the ground further.… Expand
  17. GuillyAlpha
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    The game is the BEST animal crossing so far, all the new features, such as crafting and choosing where do the villagers live allows you tu personalize your entire island. The felling of proud that watching the birth of your town that this game gives you has no comparison.
    It's true that much of the features are limited to the first player, but it's the same situation that was in New Leaf,    The game is the BEST animal crossing so far, all the new features, such as crafting and choosing where do the villagers live allows you tu personalize your entire island. The felling of proud that watching the birth of your town that this game gives you has no comparison.
    It's true that much of the features are limited to the first player, but it's the same situation that was in New Leaf, so i see it as a minor con.    … Expand
  18. Janka0831
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una mierda , una isla por consola joder,Es una mierda , una isla por consola joder,… Expand
  19. Scykro
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Multilayer connection takes a super long time, but it's fun and has a lot to do and that can be done. Custom patterns are intense.
  20. Mazor775
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    If you've played Animal Crossing before then you know what to expect. That's my only complaint. If you've never played the series though, you NEED this game in your life! I do love crossing animals though, so I'll continue to throw bells at Nintendo as long as they make this series (Who am I kidding? I'll throw money at Nintendo as long as they're Nintendo!).
  21. SnackcakeUSA
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Just so polished, the soundscapes are as breathtaking as the visuals. The fish, the sky, and the local flora have all gotten massive updates to make the jump to HD impressive. The only qualm I have is with the multiplayer connection, and hopefully that will be patched in a future update
  22. Haymagay
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Everything I've ever wanted for animal crossing, started playing city folk back on the Wii. It is a dream to play, exactly what it is meant to be. 10/10
  23. Diakopetes
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Giving this a 0 because it's totally unplayable. My wife started her island and when I went to play I got 0 introduction, tossed onto her island with no direction, and since she collected all the resources there was nothing there.
    I'll never buy another animal Crossing game again, or any game that has this "one world per switch" feature. Its a disgusting push to sell more consoles. You    Giving this a 0 because it's totally unplayable. My wife started her island and when I went to play I got 0 introduction, tossed onto her island with no direction, and since she collected all the resources there was nothing there.
    I'll never buy another animal Crossing game again, or any game that has this "one world per switch" feature. Its a disgusting push to sell more consoles. You already got my money nintendo, let me enjoy what I paid for.    … Expand
  24. Ukejeff
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    My wife and my son can’t enjoy the game because I played first and the game doesn’t allow separate games. Now I’m the **** Thanks, Nintendo!
  25. L3gion619
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    The first person to play the game becomes the mayor, and anyone else in your house who plays it is completely gimped as far as what they can do in the game. And you cant play on separate islands either unless you buy a second Nintendo Switch. So I play with both my kids and It just makes it really frustrating.

    Also, breakable tools and a crafting system, really?? Animal Crossing was such    The first person to play the game becomes the mayor, and anyone else in your house who plays it is completely gimped as far as what they can do in the game. And you cant play on separate islands either unless you buy a second Nintendo Switch. So I play with both my kids and It just makes it really frustrating.

    Also, breakable tools and a crafting system, really?? Animal Crossing was such a great game before they tried to turn in into Minecraft    … Expand
  26. Mimikins
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    For all of the people who are upset about there being one island per switch, this has actually always the way animal crossing has been. It saddens me to see such a masterpiece be downrated all the way to zero just because new players don't understand the animal crossing franchise , or did no research before buying. Nintendo explained it would be one island per person a long time ago beforeFor all of the people who are upset about there being one island per switch, this has actually always the way animal crossing has been. It saddens me to see such a masterpiece be downrated all the way to zero just because new players don't understand the animal crossing franchise , or did no research before buying. Nintendo explained it would be one island per person a long time ago before release. With that out of the way, let me review the game as an experienced animal crossing player.. New Horizons… Expand
  27. LolInTheDark
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    I'm not the kind of user to go down and rate-bomb titles, but this time I'm being honest, rating this game as a SECOND PLAYER ON CONSOLE. I'm glad to see I'm not the only one thinking that, given the second player experience is reduced, no effort was put into giving him any reason to keep playing.
    Nothing worth doing except grinding instead of 1st player in order to get him to unlock    I'm not the kind of user to go down and rate-bomb titles, but this time I'm being honest, rating this game as a SECOND PLAYER ON CONSOLE. I'm glad to see I'm not the only one thinking that, given the second player experience is reduced, no effort was put into giving him any reason to keep playing.
    Nothing worth doing except grinding instead of 1st player in order to get him to unlock stuff. You are literally on a master-slave kind of relation.
    Honestly, I've paid a full game, I've been paying 2 separate Nintendo Online subscription and that's not what I expected from ANY game.
    Embarrassing to say the least.    … Expand
  28. Maciv
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    So you get this game during the 2020 pandemic. You are most stuck inside your house. And even under those circumstances, where every distraction is welcome, the game is still immensely enjoyable. My personal recommendation is to play the game whatever way you want it. Don't get hung up on how other people are playing it. Just sit down, play it, do whatever you want and is possible. YouSo you get this game during the 2020 pandemic. You are most stuck inside your house. And even under those circumstances, where every distraction is welcome, the game is still immensely enjoyable. My personal recommendation is to play the game whatever way you want it. Don't get hung up on how other people are playing it. Just sit down, play it, do whatever you want and is possible. You want to turn it into work by working away at paying those house loans off? Go ahead! You want to just play a little bit each day and hang out with the villagers? Nobody is telling you not to! Want to make a little tropical paradise on the island? Enjoy yourself!… Expand
  29. Kindofarascal
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    As a long time Animal Crossing player I wholeheartedly recommend this new title to fans of AC, it has all the upgrades I've been hoping for! The opening is a bit slow but the pacing picks up steadily. My roommates and I have been loving this game! It's worth noting we're all adults with our own consoles though. To new time player's wondering if this game is for them: my best advice isAs a long time Animal Crossing player I wholeheartedly recommend this new title to fans of AC, it has all the upgrades I've been hoping for! The opening is a bit slow but the pacing picks up steadily. My roommates and I have been loving this game! It's worth noting we're all adults with our own consoles though. To new time player's wondering if this game is for them: my best advice is check out some gameplay video on YouTube, what you see is what you get. Put succinctly Animal Crossing is a charming city simulation game, it doesn't have a grand narrative. Lastly, I don't understand why people are tearing down New Horizons for the island limit, Animal Crossing has always had this limit. It's not surprising. The appeal of multiplayer has always been playing together across multiple consoles, each player with their own screen and full range of controls, Nintendo released the Switch Lite in anticipation of this. The Switch is meant to be the successor of Nintendo's home and handheld consoles, it has the assets of both, tv play and on-the-go functionality. Animal Crossing New Horizons doesn't need to be docked to get the most out of the game, a Switch Lite is perfect for people who want to play this game without committing to a full ticket Switch.… Expand
  30. TaXiD
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    same sh*t as always... nintendo style

    How is possible to sell the SAME videogame hundreds and hundreds of times and have all nintendo fanboys in your hand?

    also have 1 only island PER CONSOLE? omg
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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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