Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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5.6

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  1. Squiggles9000
    Apr 28, 2020
    8
    Fantastic game to chill to, and perfect for our current worldwide situation. People are complaining about a lack of cloud saves, and their complaints are warranted, but I don’t think it warrants such negative scores. The game is the best the series has ever been, and with a constantly changing game like this vs its predecessors makes for a more long lasting game. The ability to change theFantastic game to chill to, and perfect for our current worldwide situation. People are complaining about a lack of cloud saves, and their complaints are warranted, but I don’t think it warrants such negative scores. The game is the best the series has ever been, and with a constantly changing game like this vs its predecessors makes for a more long lasting game. The ability to change the landscape at a whim, the ability to jump over to someone else’s island with ease, and the crafting system makes this the most intricate Animal Crossing released. Is it a perfect game? No, but it’s definitely better than the current user ratings let on.… Expand
  2. Prrgangsta
    Apr 10, 2020
    6
    So this was my first introduction into animal crossing and I gotta say that I'm not all that impressed with the game. It is a very repetitive life sim game that loses interest after so many days of playing. Everyday I do the same thing. Wake up, find my daily bell tree, plant another bell tree, check turnip prices (which always suck for me), check the hot item, and then scavenge for theSo this was my first introduction into animal crossing and I gotta say that I'm not all that impressed with the game. It is a very repetitive life sim game that loses interest after so many days of playing. Everyday I do the same thing. Wake up, find my daily bell tree, plant another bell tree, check turnip prices (which always suck for me), check the hot item, and then scavenge for the resources and fossils (or anything donatable to the museum) on my island. That's what I do everyday and it is kind of driving me crazy.

    The villagers don't feel like they have a purpose to be there but to be there. There are plenty of games that do the life sim thing better and add a bit more content than this series.

    It's not an awful game but it doesn't grab me like other games. Also it is kind of messed up Nintendo made it 1 island per switch instead of per profile. It's 2020 guys, there should be no excuse for such a thing.    … Expand
  3. dentyone
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    It is absolutely everything an Animal Crossing game should be... and way more. If you're a fan of past games on the series, add all of the joy those games brought you together and double it. That's just how amazing and addictive it is.
  4. Gamemettle
    May 12, 2020
    10
    I've spent hundreds of hours, and have thoroughly enjoyed my time. I like customizing clothing, and my island. I love filling up my museum. The animal neighbors are cool. This isn't my first time playing an Animal Crossing game, and this one is the best.
  5. dr0nzer
    May 16, 2020
    7
    never knew what the fuss was about with this game, it's pretty much a "life" simulator is the best way to describe it, it's alright but not my type of game. Bought to see what it was all about.
  6. bobbykjack
    Apr 27, 2020
    7
    This is one of the few honest reviews of Animal Crossing New Horizons you'll see. It's not amazing, it's not terrible. It has its moments and is certainly a different type of game than you might be used to. Very little in the way of an objective, very relaxing, very annoying in terms of repeated dialogue and some awkward controls.

    It's relaxing in a kind of 'do nothing' way and it's all    This is one of the few honest reviews of Animal Crossing New Horizons you'll see. It's not amazing, it's not terrible. It has its moments and is certainly a different type of game than you might be used to. Very little in the way of an objective, very relaxing, very annoying in terms of repeated dialogue and some awkward controls.

    It's relaxing in a kind of 'do nothing' way and it's all innocent and charming and a nice non-threatening world to dip into now and again. But it's not exactly thrill-filled or the kind of challenge you'll get from a typical game.

    I couldn't care less about multiple players because I'm the only one who plays on my Switch, but if you share your console, your mileage might vary. Doesn't deserve a 10, certainly doesn't deserve a 0. Solid 7/10 game.    … Expand
  7. Ryijun
    Jul 11, 2020
    10
    Absolutely do not understand the negativity on Metacritic around this game. People went completely mad in the process, as with the Last of Us 2. In Animal Crossing, you want to come back again and again. And you can't play much in one sitting. But that's the point. The desire and ultimate goal in the game is the same-to collect all the items, which are simply unthinkable huge number. AndAbsolutely do not understand the negativity on Metacritic around this game. People went completely mad in the process, as with the Last of Us 2. In Animal Crossing, you want to come back again and again. And you can't play much in one sitting. But that's the point. The desire and ultimate goal in the game is the same-to collect all the items, which are simply unthinkable huge number. And how you will achieve this and how quickly you will get bored is everyone's business. But this game must be played by everyone who has a Switch. Good graphics, nice character style, nice music (the first 30 hours, then the sound turns off:)), interesting opportunities to rebuild your own island, a lot of events, which are also linked to the online, the change of seasons and of course the time that corresponds to the real. Fishing, catching insects, mining, growing trees, settling residents in the form of various animals, collecting shells on the beach, swimming. It seems to be simple things, but how well it is organized. Separately, I would also like to mention online trading with real people. The same items accumulate a lot over time and they need to be put somewhere. Some things are a pity to throw away, so they can be safely sold, for an adequate amount of course. Go to Nookazon and everything will be. In General, even after 490 hours that have already been spent in the game, there is something to do. It is impossible to describe why this game is played, just try it.… Expand
  8. FightTina11
    May 9, 2020
    10
    I don’t think the game deserves the hate it is given. That’s the reason I give a 10, but I will review it at 9.
    The experience being just me in my console (no second players) is great. The game actually helps me disappear from life a little bit each day.

    I understand the deal-breaker of the sharing system and just 1 island per Switch. That may be a huge deal-breaker for a lot of folks.
  9. seiji092
    Jun 7, 2020
    6
    I would give a 10, but this game definitely needs some fine tuning, which Nintendo will probably not listen to. Let us not forget who are we talking about after all.
    The main reason is the stupid progress being restricted to the first player who boots the game and you can only have a single island per console. The player 1 is the island representative who can makes the progress, everyone    I would give a 10, but this game definitely needs some fine tuning, which Nintendo will probably not listen to. Let us not forget who are we talking about after all.
    The main reason is the stupid progress being restricted to the first player who boots the game and you can only have a single island per console. The player 1 is the island representative who can makes the progress, everyone who enters the island is unable to make any such progress. For this person the score might be 10.
    Overall, AC is a game where you create a bond with all your villagers and town. You get this change of pace from our fast IRL and see your little village growing into a teeming town, very slowly if you don't change your in-game time and to me, it's that feature that really makes the AC unique.
    Some quality of life tweaks are very needed to make the game more enjoyable IMHO. Such as, bulk crafting, shopping cart in the clothes store and many more. However, that this isn't an enjoyable game overall, the feeling of progress with some new features to the series made the game a nice pick.    … Expand
  10. ScaliCali
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing:New Horizons is a fresh and improved title for this lovely and cute franchise. After almost 400 hours of playing it I don't have anything bad to say about it. It's new gameplay mechanics like the terraforming and the crafting are big values to make the gameplay the richest ever. The game has also a lot of updates and the 4 seasons are really great to maximize yourAnimal Crossing:New Horizons is a fresh and improved title for this lovely and cute franchise. After almost 400 hours of playing it I don't have anything bad to say about it. It's new gameplay mechanics like the terraforming and the crafting are big values to make the gameplay the richest ever. The game has also a lot of updates and the 4 seasons are really great to maximize your experience and make it the most unique amongst other players.
    To finish, this newest entry in one of the most beloved Nintendo's franchises is a must-have to every Nintendo Switch owner because it's a game that let´s your creativity flow in the best way possible in building you island at your own way, with your own habitants.    … Expand
  11. Phuz
    Feb 11, 2022
    0
    I hated watching it and definitely didn't want to play it. I have Stardew Valley at a pretty high level and when I get to where I want to be with it, I wanted another farming sim. Now I watched various people play this and it was so childish and irritating, I found it infuriating just listening and watching.

    Now I gave my Rune Factory 4 an hour tester to see what that has to offer. Now it    I hated watching it and definitely didn't want to play it. I have Stardew Valley at a pretty high level and when I get to where I want to be with it, I wanted another farming sim. Now I watched various people play this and it was so childish and irritating, I found it infuriating just listening and watching.

    Now I gave my Rune Factory 4 an hour tester to see what that has to offer. Now it doesn't look a patch on Stardew but it was much better than Animal Crossing.    … Expand
  12. Andresfrq
    Jun 17, 2020
    10
    Simple, relajante. Un escape a la tendencia actual donde lo único que importa es la calidad de los gráficos. Fácilmente pasas cientos de horas equipando tu isla (y cambiando todo una y otra vez). Recomendado para todos los que quieren pasar un momento de calma.
  13. david1234
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Can't share Animal Crossing to family members to create their own island. Rather, they're treated as your employees and the only purpose is to gather and provide resources. So you have to buy a second switch and switch online to make playing animal crossing with family members possible. Almost as bad sellout as Sony indefinitely postponing Last of Us 2 because of the pandemic. It's almostCan't share Animal Crossing to family members to create their own island. Rather, they're treated as your employees and the only purpose is to gather and provide resources. So you have to buy a second switch and switch online to make playing animal crossing with family members possible. Almost as bad sellout as Sony indefinitely postponing Last of Us 2 because of the pandemic. It's almost like digital games never event existed! Also, Animal Crossing is super boring. All you do is collect fishes and bugs, I actually thought it was like Farmville where you plant and harvest crops/veges under certain time periods to grow your island. Can't even get a refund cause EB Games is closed till the pandemic is over!… Expand
  14. Jabka229
    May 15, 2020
    10
    Best game 2020? actually i don't have nintendo switch but i have played it in my friend's. and I'll put 10/10
  15. Lumic
    Apr 22, 2020
    0
    Only one island per console?!! Why? If there are several people in the family, then you have to play on the same island. Nintendo I'm disappointed.
  16. GitanoUrbano
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego para relajarte y disfrutar de la isla y lo que propone. Muy recomendable
  17. gawlf
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    Los of unassuming relaxed fun, perfect for quarantine season. The visuals are also very cute. And it's obviously very kids friendly
  18. Jhonpo
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    El juego es maravilloso y que bien esta jugarlo en estos tiempos de cuarentena
  19. pianoguy13
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game. 10/10. Screw the haters. This is the fourth or fifth best game on the entire platform.
  20. Sanderbo99
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game, i have played 220 hours now and can't put the game down, it's one of the best games on the switch
  21. MrShowBoat
    Apr 11, 2020
    0
    Come on Nintendo, worst decision ever that a second player is just a glorified NPC. Not gonna fork out for another switch just so my family members can play the game.
  22. JRodG
    Apr 21, 2020
    10
    Great game!! A lot of fun. Many new and old elements. Highly recommended !!!
  23. GreenGamerGure
    Jun 15, 2020
    10
    First of all, I want to say to all players who have given a bad review to this game, due to the creation of only one island per nintendo switch, that this has been this way ALWAYS. If you have played before the AC for Gamecube, City folk, Wild World and New Leaf, ALL OF THEM, only allowed the creation of one city, town, or whatever. All of the other games didnt recieve a negative ratingFirst of all, I want to say to all players who have given a bad review to this game, due to the creation of only one island per nintendo switch, that this has been this way ALWAYS. If you have played before the AC for Gamecube, City folk, Wild World and New Leaf, ALL OF THEM, only allowed the creation of one city, town, or whatever. All of the other games didnt recieve a negative rating due to this, so please, if you are new in AC, I suggest that you should inform yourself before buying the game.

    Now, putting all that anger aside.... Animal Crossing New Horizons it's been the best game of the series.
    *DIY recipes: A whole new feature that makes you work hard to get specific items and even trade recipes with other players
    *Event and new features updates: Allowing you to have more special visitors, more DIY recipes, more festival events, new building upgrades, etc.
    *Clothing: A huge amount of clothing, costumes and more. All of the clothing with vivid colors and an excellent design.
    *New villagers and new ways to get them: New flashy and adorable villagers like Raymond, Judy, Shreb, etc. And also the new feature: campsite, where you can get a random new villager. You can now help/avoid villagers to leave your island and they cannot move out without your concern. Additionally, if a villager moves out you can invite friends or other people to come and pick up villagers to move to their islands.
    *Nookmiles program: Doing specific activities will allow you to redeem Nook miles, which can be used for Nook Mileage Items or for Dodo Mystery tours. These activities vary from completing one time only objectives, to random daily chores.
    *Dodo Mystery tours: Allowing you to go to randon small islands where you can not only get more resources but even find a new villager
    *Enhanced online mode: Even though it sometimes crashes, this mode is way better than in the other games. Allowing you to trade, explore, fish, catch bugs, get new DIY, talk with special guests and more.

    In short, if you are looking ofr a life simulation game and love animals, designing and even interacting with other people online, this game is definitely for you. Highly recommended :)!

    PS: Prepare to invest a HUGE amount of your time in designing and decorating your island haha    … Expand
  24. nerionx
    Apr 13, 2020
    0
    Boring, gf wanted me to play it with her but progression is hampered by the limited island.
  25. Rayman67
    Apr 27, 2020
    0
    When cloud saves are added this will turn into a 10,if my switch breaks everything is gone and that is garbage
  26. Yayuko
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nintendo is a great videogame company, but with this treatment so bad that it have given us, almost forcing us to buy another Switch if we want to play with someone, it is something that I cannot tolerate… Expand
  27. CanarioPreto
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    One town per Switch.



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  28. hirundo
    May 14, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, true to the classics and beautiful to boot. I feel like this game was made for the Lite, an on the go world that you can check for a few minutes at a time on your commute (or play for hours while at home). The regular updates have been so good as well!
  29. Edirath
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing animal crossing game. much more customization than before as well as crafting and technical improvements make it the best one in my opinion.
  30. Sagerronan
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    While the one island per console concept is lame, and I understand why people don't like it, I am the only user on my Switch, nobody else plays it or even wants to. I will not judge a game based on a situation I am not in. I WILL however, judge a game based on my experience.
    It is a fun game, very addicting. I've never been able to get into animal crossing until now. There's something    While the one island per console concept is lame, and I understand why people don't like it, I am the only user on my Switch, nobody else plays it or even wants to. I will not judge a game based on a situation I am not in. I WILL however, judge a game based on my experience.
    It is a fun game, very addicting. I've never been able to get into animal crossing until now. There's something about turning an empty island into a bustling city that appeals to me. Despite the overwhelming amount of games available to me at the moment, I have played animal crossing for at least 250 hours, which is not something I can say of many games.
    You start off on an empty island in a tent and then work your way up to better housing through loans from the resident loan shark (with no interest, oddly enough). Little by little you improve your island and your house and soon garner villagers to populate your village. You can pull weeds, catch bugs, fish, dig for fossils, design clothes, flags and a great many other things. It does get a bit repetitive, but is fun for me nonetheless. If you are the only person on your switch and you enjoy that kind of gameplay loop, this might be the game for you.    … Expand
  31. SKG
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    The physical edition is hard to find because everyone is buying it. Thanks a lot Xbox
    10/10
  32. 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
  33. ChaosBadger
    Apr 28, 2020
    1
    A mobile idle game hidden behind a cute Animal vaneer - fun for a few hours until you get bored doing the same thing for no reward.
  34. NinWiidle
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    First Things first: The one Island per console thing is nothing new for the series, and isn't really a problem imo. The problem is the lack of progression for the players outside of the Citizen Representative. With that out of the way, I can get to gushing: This game is ABSOLUTELY gorgeous, and all the additions feel like a true step forward for the series. The ability to place furnitureFirst Things first: The one Island per console thing is nothing new for the series, and isn't really a problem imo. The problem is the lack of progression for the players outside of the Citizen Representative. With that out of the way, I can get to gushing: This game is ABSOLUTELY gorgeous, and all the additions feel like a true step forward for the series. The ability to place furniture outside is HUGE, and all the creativity that results from Terraforming has basically resulted In an Animal Crossing Renaissance. The same-switch co-op is cool and a nice addition, but Isn't something you'll use much outside of the first few days. The game does fall short in a couple areas: An (initial) lack of content, a lack of online modes(Like Tortimer Club), and a VERY slow start.

    This game feels like if the series skipped New Leaf and built off of City Folk, but kept the characters from New Leaf.    … Expand
  35. Caldan
    Nov 15, 2020
    8
    ✅83%
    My first Animal Crossing game and will most likely be my last too. A lot of fun though.
  36. Robertinho123
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    I really thought I would hate this game when I got it. A friend of mine kept recommending it and I cracked, I didn't even boot it up for the first two days. Then I started playing and wooow, I love the experience, I've clocked 160 hours so far and while there are a few QOL changes I would recommend, I honestly love it, I'm so addicted, it's so relaxing and so much fun.

    I'm a solo player    I really thought I would hate this game when I got it. A friend of mine kept recommending it and I cracked, I didn't even boot it up for the first two days. Then I started playing and wooow, I love the experience, I've clocked 160 hours so far and while there are a few QOL changes I would recommend, I honestly love it, I'm so addicted, it's so relaxing and so much fun.

    I'm a solo player though, so I don't have the issues the others have.    … Expand
  37. Mino_Reviews
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    Extraordinary! Its truly a must have switch titlle! I always get excited every mroning when I wake up to discover and explore the world of New Horizons :) 10/10
  38. MiloArango10
    May 24, 2020
    10
    This game can be easily categorized as the best Animal Crossing game that Nintendo has put out. The only inconvenience is the fact that there cant be more than one island per console, but personally I and my sister have found it to be a nice bonding experience. The aspects of growth and expertise are noticeable throughout your walkthrough, and rewards the player for building that communityThis game can be easily categorized as the best Animal Crossing game that Nintendo has put out. The only inconvenience is the fact that there cant be more than one island per console, but personally I and my sister have found it to be a nice bonding experience. The aspects of growth and expertise are noticeable throughout your walkthrough, and rewards the player for building that community to its taste. An incredible game and a must-play for sure.… Expand
  39. LazyLoad08
    Apr 16, 2020
    6
    I feel like this game is either getting hailed as one of the greatest or hated on for its flawed local multiplayer aspect. As I'm the only one playing on my Switch, that does not bother me and nothing is stopping me from joining the ones praising this game greatly.
    However, I feel like the game is just... good. I get that it's not designed to take hours of your time daily, but I felt on    I feel like this game is either getting hailed as one of the greatest or hated on for its flawed local multiplayer aspect. As I'm the only one playing on my Switch, that does not bother me and nothing is stopping me from joining the ones praising this game greatly.
    However, I feel like the game is just... good. I get that it's not designed to take hours of your time daily, but I felt on the first day that it was just extremely empty and it was quite off-putting. Then I began questioning my decision to buy the game; fortunately, there is more to do in the next days.
    Some criticism comes from the "click A-fest" that occurs during some conversations. Some people defend it by saying it's a part of the game and it helps the immersion. Well... I would agree if the dialogue would get switched up and I wouldn't need to repeat four choices after getting an error or missclicking the last one. Unfortunately, there is no variance and no new lines. Everyone just keeps repeating their own spiel. Doing things like museum donations or flying to another islands gets super tedious and annoying rather fast. The constant interruptions in multiplayer don't add to the charm either. Read that as: the multiplayer in this game is completely atrocious and utterly useless.
    Content wise the game is good and I feel there is still more for me to uncover. As I like this kind of games in general, I look forward to it - but I have to acknowledge it's definitely not for everyone.    … Expand
  40. Saik1305
    May 24, 2020
    9
    There wouldn't have been a better time for this game to come out than in March 2020. So much is happening in this world right now and all we needed was a calm, relaxing island escape, where we can live a carefree life, without having to worry about politics and economics. All we have to worry about on this island is how to decorate our home, design our own island and live our life to theThere wouldn't have been a better time for this game to come out than in March 2020. So much is happening in this world right now and all we needed was a calm, relaxing island escape, where we can live a carefree life, without having to worry about politics and economics. All we have to worry about on this island is how to decorate our home, design our own island and live our life to the fullest. I know it's just a game and I know that is has its faults and points of criticism, but in the end you are getting an experience. A game where you can sink hundreds of hours in and lose yourself in its beautiful graphics, jazzy music and tropical vibes. Welcome to your new deserted island getaway package.… Expand
  41. chazzout
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Can't even meaningfully play as player 2 on one console, total bs that breaks the game.
  42. Pg7
    Mar 25, 2020
    0
    Las cuentas secundarias tienen que cambiar en este juego, si hay mas gente en casa no pueden disfrutar por igual. Tienen que cambiar ya!!
  43. Waterdog
    Apr 6, 2020
    4
    So I have been enjoying the game. I've been working on my island and have gotten pasted nooks cranny but then my brother ask to play. Now I have it downloaded on my switch, this would be fine if f@#king animal crossing worked like any other 60 dollar game on switch. I went to do something while my brother started his game. Then when I came back I noticed that his airport was near where mySo I have been enjoying the game. I've been working on my island and have gotten pasted nooks cranny but then my brother ask to play. Now I have it downloaded on my switch, this would be fine if f@#king animal crossing worked like any other 60 dollar game on switch. I went to do something while my brother started his game. Then when I came back I noticed that his airport was near where my air port was then I saw my house and before I could say anything he put his tent down and now it is just f#*king stuck in my game. This is the most aggravating cheap a$$ move I've ever seen Nintendo pull. This game would straight up be a 10 if my brother didn't exist or much better if Nintendo had more than one f%#king brain cell. I will not be mad at my brother because he is younger than me and he just wanted to play animal crossing but I need to be mad at someone because now my f#&king town has a random a$$ tent in it.… Expand
  44. Jelxys
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    Animal crossing, a game that in these times of isolation comes as a bright light and a hot buy for my switch. The game play on This new entry is steller!

    While being a relaxing town/island building game mixed with various different things like Fishing, Bug Catching and TERRA-FORMING This game has soooo many things for player to catch and do. The bugs and fishes in the game go to    Animal crossing, a game that in these times of isolation comes as a bright light and a hot buy for my switch. The game play on This new entry is steller!

    While being a relaxing town/island building game mixed with various different things like Fishing, Bug Catching and TERRA-FORMING This game has soooo many things for player to catch and do.

    The bugs and fishes in the game go to Blathers the owl (He hates bugs... so make sure you ask him about every bug you find) The owl then takes the creatures too your Islands HUGE museum! This building is beautiful! the fossil section is the coolest part in my own opinion, it has a very cool trail that shows how the dinosaurs evolved and what there ancestors are in current day. Make sure you invite your buds to a museum date (and also to flex your fish you caught and they cant cause they are in a different hemisphere) and to show the beautiful and fun spaces around the fun place.

    OK now here is the part where i get a little mad at Nintendo. Listen... I REALLY like this game, but it SUCKS that my Identical Twin brother who ive played couch co-op since the Days of halo reach, cant own his own island. When i told him that he couldn't, he got excited we could live together... but the drawbacks are just too much... now he just sits there across the room playing Doom Eternal instead of helping me bully a owl with insects for a hour or two.

    Please Nintendo Let My brother have his New Horizon.    … Expand
  45. reviewsofanger
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Let begin with we're in the freaking year 2020. There has been games like little big planet, stardew valley, ect. great examples of sandbox games and ux/ui that is intuitive, but yet this game has no inovation and has features that can be programed by a monkey. Their formula has stayed the same since 2002 its 2020 for christ sake. This is just another low quality franchise like pokemonLet begin with we're in the freaking year 2020. There has been games like little big planet, stardew valley, ect. great examples of sandbox games and ux/ui that is intuitive, but yet this game has no inovation and has features that can be programed by a monkey. Their formula has stayed the same since 2002 its 2020 for christ sake. This is just another low quality franchise like pokemon just churning game low quality games for a fat paycheck. WTF are they rendering or executing that they could not implement a standard of 2020. if this isn't the issue then devs speak up.

    I dove into the game after my wife had her introduction to it. I spend 3 days playing the game just slowing grinding material, however I start to wonder, how do I progress in the game?!

    So after avoiding trying to spill anything in the game by searching it up. I find out the game is severely restricted for any secondary inhabitant of the island.

    This business practice is disgusting. lost all my faith and business.    … Expand
  46. Nahaha
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Nintendo blocked all players from recovering their island after replacing their stolen Switch console. My island is gone forever.
  47. Goldninjafan
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    The idea of letting us play together is great, but the fact that my step-dad is THE ONLY ONE WHO CAN ACTUALLY DO ANYTHING IS TERRIBLE, EA is better than this, no company has been so evil as to limit you like this in an attempt to sell more consoles, screw you Nintendo
  48. jakechs
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    My wife and I love the game but we only have one switch and therefore one island and totally different schedules. It would be OK if we could have multiple islands on different memory cards or buy the game multiple times to have multiple islands or something but because only one of us can be the resident representative it's made it incredibly frustrating.

    The local co-op is really a bad    My wife and I love the game but we only have one switch and therefore one island and totally different schedules. It would be OK if we could have multiple islands on different memory cards or buy the game multiple times to have multiple islands or something but because only one of us can be the resident representative it's made it incredibly frustrating.

    The local co-op is really a bad experience, and it's so frustrating because we both love the game so much and this really makes it difficult when we can only have one island :(. Really really sad :(    … Expand
  49. Mefis
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    This game in itself is excellent. HOWEVER it has a big flaw that ruins everything, the way the game despises secondary players. Secondary players are practically in-game visitors, spectators who can hunt insects and fish, collect fossils and buy items, and nothing else. For the progress of the island, secondary players need the main player, the first player who played and created theThis game in itself is excellent. HOWEVER it has a big flaw that ruins everything, the way the game despises secondary players. Secondary players are practically in-game visitors, spectators who can hunt insects and fish, collect fossils and buy items, and nothing else. For the progress of the island, secondary players need the main player, the first player who played and created the island. Sharing the island is great, it is in keeping with the spirit of the saga, what is outrageous is that the game does not allow secondary players to do anything. The secondary players cannot, for example, create new constructions, such as bridges or the store, they cannot donate materials for the construction of these projects ... In addition they also do not have access to a significant amount of item recipes ... They cannot participate in the missions of the game ... That is NOT FUN. This game should be appropriate to share with your family or your partner, with your loved ones, but clearly Nintendo does not want that. Nintendo wants you to buy a new Switch to play the full version of the game ... Attention! Not a new copy of the game, but a damn new console! Nintendo your console is great, but it is a family console not individual. For the love of God patch it. Nintendo, you have ruined the gaming experience.… Expand
  50. Mattopistolas
    Mar 26, 2020
    0
    Una sola isla , es un asco . No puedes seguir avanzando, solo te queda recoger madera
  51. Renmir
    Mar 28, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros:
    -Great early/mid game
    -It's exciting to keep catch new creatures
    -Gardening is fun early game
    -Conversations with animals are fun early/mid game
    -Crafting system is amazing
    -Multi-player is fun early game

    Cons:
    -Conversations are repetitious after a while
    -Getting a villager to leave is almost impossible without cheating. Please add a feature of some sort where you can choose an option in "Red Text" three days in a row to get a villager to leave. People are going to time travel anyways.
    -Playing multiplayer with friends should not take so long each time to have someone come into your island. It's disrupting. The individual player should see the traveling screen, and then just pop a notification when it's been loaded into their friend's island.
    -You can only play one profile per Switch. Same console multiplayer isn't fun. Split-screen or individual menus would have been better, as well as not having only one person who can make decisions. It's a family console - Resident Representative should be a shared title, so they can all move things the way they want, or even have their own islands and use Call Resident to play them on the same island but keep menu functions.
    -No way to rotate camera for pictures, except to angle up. You can do it inside, why not outside?
    -Shopping gets boring after a while. Could the furniture selection change maybe twice daily? 7am and 7pm would be good I think. Or make a multiplayer selling option, bring back Reese and Cyrus to sell things to other players for you for a price you set (no more than a certain percentage over their regular price)
    -More visitors to campsite, more frequently. Let them teach players new patterns specific to that character. If each character had more specialty items it would be great.
    -Pocket camp lets you invite people to hang out, so why can't you here? Maybe be able to ask a villager to come hang out, they leave after 3 hours and are unavailable for x number of hours/days. This way people could rotate and see the characters more, and get unique things for them    … Expand
  52. Jbspangs
    Mar 28, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If I was able to change resident representatives I would give this a higher score. Absolutely awe full that I have to wait for my husband to play to progress the game.… Expand
  53. Helpfulreview
    Mar 28, 2020
    6
    This is a good game to play Single Player. Quality gameplay, unique characters, not overly complicated. Just an enjoyable game. For anyone who has played the original Animal Crossing on the gamecube you will probably be the most upset. Because you probably played with family members at the time, and enjoyed the minor multiplayer setup it had back then. This version has somehow managedThis is a good game to play Single Player. Quality gameplay, unique characters, not overly complicated. Just an enjoyable game. For anyone who has played the original Animal Crossing on the gamecube you will probably be the most upset. Because you probably played with family members at the time, and enjoyed the minor multiplayer setup it had back then. This version has somehow managed to ruin even that minimal multiplayer functionality from back then.The trade off I suppose is that they enabled an okay form of online play. But when it comes to Animal Crossing the most enjoyable way to play was with others locally who could setup shop in the same town.They would be able to progress the town if you weren't there, interact with the town folk, the folk then mention them in dialogue the next time you play. And you really felt like you were living in the same town/area. You'd be excited to see the what changes they made next or upset that they beat you to it. But hey, that's life. Well now that 2nd, 3rd, 4th player cant progress the story, or help new residents move in. Some DIY creations are kept from them. And it downright sucks to be that person. Multiplayer is a huge part of this game which is why I'm giving it a 6 star. Last quick bit on their online play: it is okay. At least each person will get their own screen there. But it's not optimized and obviously hasn't gone through any QA testing.

    Animal Crossing is one of my favorite games so this is why I'm taking the time to write this review. Ultimately my personal thought is they royally messed up this game by not putting really any more than an ounce of thought into the multiplayer aspect. But again the series is great, the concept is great. Ultimately they added some interesting content to the game now. I'm excited to see what they add in future updates! Edit: P.S. Sadly the local multiplayer issues are enough to where I had to tell my brother to return the game. As he was hoping he'd be able to play it with his wife. And once I told him about the issues he was in complete agreeance. It's just not worth buying the game for that. Worth pointing that out, because this isnt just some little mistake. They do need to fix it.    … Expand
  54. Xavier7905
    Mar 28, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 共享島嶼跟資源任務是什麼啦，很瞎耶這是要逼人家買第二台機子嗎？任務會被接手、資源會被分攤、就連道具都是共享的，這完全違背經營型遊戲的初衷吧，我竟然沒辦法完全經營與掌控我的島嶼… Expand
  55. JeibuKul
    Mar 29, 2020
    6
    I think it is a good game, having played some of the other animal crossings, I think people who play solo just don't realize how bad the multiple player is. You can't buy a second game to have your own island, you can't use a separate game card to have your own island, you can only buy another switch and another game. My family has one switch, three people, no problems with any other game,I think it is a good game, having played some of the other animal crossings, I think people who play solo just don't realize how bad the multiple player is. You can't buy a second game to have your own island, you can't use a separate game card to have your own island, you can only buy another switch and another game. My family has one switch, three people, no problems with any other game, but the thing is if one person completes something neither of the other two get to experience it at all. You can NOT get the full game experience if multiple people share a switch. It is a horrible design flaw. The switch is a home console, not a single person game device. I do not think the developers thought this through enough and need to fix it.… Expand
  56. Steinbukken
    Mar 29, 2020
    7
    A beautifully crafted game with lots to do. My favorite part is how it works with the days. How ever i have 1 quarrel, i work sun-thursday and i have to work at 5 am to 2 pm and i cant utilize trading or buying turnips and i paid 60$ of this game and itd be nice if i could utilize every part of the game. Also i wish you could change the name of your island after the fact
  57. Soda1992
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    This game is down right terrible. Complete laziness by the designers and then locked to one island per switch where only the first person to create a profile can fully advance the island and enjoy the game is a disgusting ploy that feels like they are just trying to sell consoles. The laziness comes about not even having a proper 3rd person camera. I would let some of this slide if it wasThis game is down right terrible. Complete laziness by the designers and then locked to one island per switch where only the first person to create a profile can fully advance the island and enjoy the game is a disgusting ploy that feels like they are just trying to sell consoles. The laziness comes about not even having a proper 3rd person camera. I would let some of this slide if it was a 20 dollar game at most. I have played free mobile games with better physical control design and options than. It's a cheap game at a high price to try and trick consumers into buying another console to fully enjoy it. When the game falls so flat on its face it would never be worth buying another switch to maybe enjoy it. I hope to God I can return it to Wal-Mart tomorrow
    The one game a year I buy for my birthday I budget specifically for I am going to pissed if I am stuck with this dumpster fire.    … Expand
  58. Hergam
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    This game is good but only the first player gets to use the game. This just the dumbest thing ever and this is why I am review bombing this game so that the developers realise their error and correct it
  59. Humbird
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    Only one save! You ruin the game nintendo, i wont buy another switch just for a second save
  60. m4master
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    Jeu pas assez long multijoueur plus que nul une seul île par compte moi qui suis un fan d animal crossing et qui est jouer à tout les jeux je trouve celui la vraiment nul
  61. Pedroperoz
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    Simply terrible local multi-player. My wife plays as the 2nd villager, and she is missing lots of recipes and stays blocked on several tasks throughout the game. Nintendo needs to fix this ASAP
  62. fbrz
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    While the 1st player can receive tasks and make progress with the story, all the other players have terrible gameplay. Nintendo please fix this by, for instance, alternating the player who Tom Nook gives tasks to. The game is great, but only for a single player.
  63. Derpderp12345
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    One island per switch....which is quite underlying the most ridiculous decision ever made. Not to mention at this time where we are in a crisis. And you want us to buy two SWITCHES just because people want more than one island on a video game...seriously....
  64. Poottyt
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    As the # 2 player on an island I must give this wonderful game a 0. I do this in solidarity with all my suffering #2 island "citizens", but that word, citizen, isn't right. Citizens, are counted. Citizens have a say in decisions. I am a leach on my good friends island unable to contribute and my character is getting depressed because of this. He knows his chances with Pashmina are shotAs the # 2 player on an island I must give this wonderful game a 0. I do this in solidarity with all my suffering #2 island "citizens", but that word, citizen, isn't right. Citizens, are counted. Citizens have a say in decisions. I am a leach on my good friends island unable to contribute and my character is getting depressed because of this. He knows his chances with Pashmina are shot now. He is almost too embarrassed to continue on. Dave this co-op… Expand
  65. WonderTi
    Mar 31, 2020
    2
    Other players' limitations are ridiculous: no one but the first player can advance the game, for all the others the game turns into a static and boring sandbox... additionally, you can't choose to have your own island: there's a limit of a single island for Switch. What should I do, is buying another console the only way to play the same game simultaneously with a friend of mine, or withOther players' limitations are ridiculous: no one but the first player can advance the game, for all the others the game turns into a static and boring sandbox... additionally, you can't choose to have your own island: there's a limit of a single island for Switch. What should I do, is buying another console the only way to play the same game simultaneously with a friend of mine, or with my brother? Are you crazy or something?… Expand
  66. Bpjt
    Mar 31, 2020
    2
    Really enjoy the game. But due to the fact that only the resident representative can progress the game the rest of the game is inaccessible to my character and I have to wait for my girlfriend to play which isn’t as frequent. I don’t mind that only one player can pick where houses go but at least give us access to the recipes and ability to contribute to the projects. Completely asinineReally enjoy the game. But due to the fact that only the resident representative can progress the game the rest of the game is inaccessible to my character and I have to wait for my girlfriend to play which isn’t as frequent. I don’t mind that only one player can pick where houses go but at least give us access to the recipes and ability to contribute to the projects. Completely asinine game design.… Expand
  67. Vincent_L
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    Money grab? It should be labeled very clearly on the game not to buy this game if you are intending to share it with your family. I've already lost interest in the game being the second player. It is such a shame. With everything going on this would have been the perfect outlet for the three people in my home.
  68. rhoefferle
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    The one island rule is ridiculous and should be removed immediately. Game is not worth buying whatsoever if you have more than one person in the household.
  69. FreaknTurtle
    Mar 31, 2020
    4
    I love backwards games design. Like not being able to have my own separate island or playing coop and being a glorified spectator.
  70. Skalper
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    This game is built on GREED, and it is taken to a whole new level. It blows my mind how they purposely designed this so only one open game can be played per switch. All users must share the same island, which is only built for one. Buying second copies wont help. Oh no, Nintendo wants you to buy a second switch, maybe even a third with additional copies for each of course. Wow. We allThis game is built on GREED, and it is taken to a whole new level. It blows my mind how they purposely designed this so only one open game can be played per switch. All users must share the same island, which is only built for one. Buying second copies wont help. Oh no, Nintendo wants you to buy a second switch, maybe even a third with additional copies for each of course. Wow. We all bought your damn game what more do you want? Save your money and pass on this one for the principal alone. They didnt even share this flaw until it was too late.… Expand
  71. itsdotcom
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    Would actually give this a full 9 or 10, but this game is ruined in my house unless we buy an entire second Switch console (which is ridiculous). My partner wants to play this game, but can't make his own island, and as I've already started, has way less say over being creative on the island. If we knew about this, we could potentially have played differently, but to have no choice isWould actually give this a full 9 or 10, but this game is ruined in my house unless we buy an entire second Switch console (which is ridiculous). My partner wants to play this game, but can't make his own island, and as I've already started, has way less say over being creative on the island. If we knew about this, we could potentially have played differently, but to have no choice is absolutely ridiculous. Now one of us will miss out on the full experience.… Expand
  72. TokyoMylo
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    The whole game is just overall trash. You have to share one island and player 2 can’t do anything.
  73. Tylerko
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    The co op is trash, even on two consoles. Why is everything so limited when I have a person on my island ?
  74. Zimbron
    Mar 31, 2020
    0
    Only one island per Switch? Really? I bougth the game for me and my girlfriend and we can't play different games.
  75. lalalandin
    Apr 1, 2020
    0
    Why is there a limit to only one island per switch? This is ridiculous. Having to pay an exorbitant amount of money for another switch AND game is beyond being rude to your customers. Not to mention the fact that it’s impossible to get your hands on a new switch because they’re sold out everywhere. PLEASE consider changing this. Nobody wants to play a game where all you do is collectWhy is there a limit to only one island per switch? This is ridiculous. Having to pay an exorbitant amount of money for another switch AND game is beyond being rude to your customers. Not to mention the fact that it’s impossible to get your hands on a new switch because they’re sold out everywhere. PLEASE consider changing this. Nobody wants to play a game where all you do is collect resources without being a part of the dialogue or events. Your rating on here is tanking because of this ONE ISSUE. Please fix this for your customers or else we won’t be customers anymore.… Expand
  76. Abismovilchez
    Apr 1, 2020
    0
    LAMENTABLE que el segundo jugador esté tan limitado y no pueda ni aprender a fabricar el hacha... es una verguenza que un juego para disfrutar con tus hermanos, familia, amigos etc solo lo pueda jugar en condiciones 1 persona y para colmo no es precisamente barato. Le doy un 0
  77. stonewoodzri
    Apr 1, 2020
    0
    One island per console is rediculous. It is incredibly unfair for families with more than one kid. Nobody cares if people cheat in Animal Crossing just say you want the money. This is such a discusting move. Even Tom Nook is better than nintendo. Better fix it soon we're not taking any of this ****
  78. Norxas23
    Apr 1, 2020
    0
    Ce jeu est une honte ! Plus ça va moins il y a de fonctionnalité ! Nintendo dois se réveillé sinon cette série vas mourir et ça sera bien fais !
  79. itisabelle
    Apr 2, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Awful !

    Yes , the game is beautiful. Yes, the characters are adorable. Yes, it's great to customize your character the way you want without going to the hairdresser's. Yes, it's awesome to put furnitures everywhere in your island.

    But what I HATE and strongly prevents me from enjoying the game is :
    - crafting permanently your tools because they always break after only a few uses : even the iron tools end up shattering really quick !
    - crafting items and collecting D.I.Y cards : I hate to go farming for iron, stones and especially wood !
    - the tarentulas, even if, apparently, they're a really good thing because they're worth a lot of money !
    - the wasps, especially when you use an axe with trees !
    - paying real life money for the online multiplayer feature !
    - paying real life money to transfer patterns !
    - no swimsuit !
    - the Photopia island is useless !
    - Finding Gulliver's circuits on the beach ? No way ! I loved his little guessing game in "New Leaf".
    - the Easter even is really painful because those eggs often replace fish : I don't want to fish for eggs, but for fish !

    I love "New Leaf" with all my heart, but I hate "New Horizons". I seriously think I'm gonna sell it back.

    Maybe I'm not an Animal Crossing fan after all...    … Expand
  80. dohden
    Apr 2, 2020
    4
    The co-op multiplayer makes this game completely unplayable for the family, so disappointing.
  81. DRoty
    Apr 3, 2020
    3
    Hopefully they see this game’s user score. Their detestable cash grab for co-op mode squanders the games potential. Could have been great, can’t support now.
  82. steno
    Apr 3, 2020
    1
    Only one island per switch, so bad..me and my brother wanna play this game but we can't buy another switch for only this game.
  83. Thomas1112097
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    The one island per switch thing is the most stupid and scammy thing ever. i just want to play the game without ruining it for my family.
  84. ThorTheEpic
    Apr 3, 2020
    3
    If you're player 1, this is a fun continuation of the Animal Crossing series. It keeps a lot of core mechanics such as fishing, weeding, bug catching, etc., and adds an interesting crafting mechanic. You get to build up your island with amenities and help new animal neighbors move in. However, if you're not the first player (island representative), your gameplay will be limited. You can'tIf you're player 1, this is a fun continuation of the Animal Crossing series. It keeps a lot of core mechanics such as fishing, weeding, bug catching, etc., and adds an interesting crafting mechanic. You get to build up your island with amenities and help new animal neighbors move in. However, if you're not the first player (island representative), your gameplay will be limited. You can't help with moving in new villagers or getting shops up and running. You're arbitrarily restricted from parts of the game. You don't get access to crafting recipes or tools you need until player one passes certain milestones. Some recipes are only ever given to player one. And there's no way to have access to the whole game as player two. You have to buy a whole new console (yes, console, not game.) If you're the only person who uses your Switch or nobody else will ever want to play Animal Crossing on it, it's an excellent game. But expect any secondary players to be locked out of some of the game and disappointed.… Expand
  85. Diegocosta12
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    Only one island per switch..... seriusly nintendo??? We need a update soon....
  86. Vallam13
    Apr 3, 2020
    0
    haha how on Earth did they end up restricting it to one island per CONSOLE? Did they only let rich people playtest the game? Did they forget that real humans don't have access to infinite Switches? Absolutely surreal incompetence and the most Nintendo thing I've ever seen. They consistently manage to make the best games out there and then run then under terrible UI and restrictive design choices.
  87. Taorob
    Apr 4, 2020
    5
    Surely madness!!

    I went to buy 2 copies of Animal Crossing today and thankfully the store attendant said ‘You do know you can only have 1 island per Switch’ I’m hazarding a guess they may have had few games returned already! I said that’s fine I have 2 switches because I have 3 children and we like to cross play on games. Then it dawned on me. I could create an island for me on my switch    Surely madness!!

    I went to buy 2 copies of Animal Crossing today and thankfully the store attendant said ‘You do know you can only have 1 island per Switch’ I’m hazarding a guess they may have had few games returned already!
    I said that’s fine I have 2 switches because I have 3 children and we like to cross play on games. Then it dawned on me. I could create an island for me on my switch but who would get to create their island on the other Switch?
    Draw lots? Choose a favourite child?!

    Anyway the only choice I was left with was to return both the games as it really would have caused big arguments.

    So from us that has been a big fail regarding sales and I am not being bitter in saying I hope this doesn’t work out for them and they patch it. It certainly feels like a horrendously corporate, commercial piece of programming. Unless there is sensible reasoning behind it but with expandable memory on the Switch I can’t see what.

    It may be worth mentioning this fact as I feel it could be a deal breaker for many families considering buying the game.    … Expand
  88. dcast2
    Apr 4, 2020
    4
    We bought a digital copy for our Switch, because Nintendo said only one island per Switch, so we thought it would be a great game for our family of five to play together. Unfortunately, the game is unplayable because it requires one person to be the Resident Representative (witch is by default the first person to log into the game). DO NOT buy this game if you will play with more than oneWe bought a digital copy for our Switch, because Nintendo said only one island per Switch, so we thought it would be a great game for our family of five to play together. Unfortunately, the game is unplayable because it requires one person to be the Resident Representative (witch is by default the first person to log into the game). DO NOT buy this game if you will play with more than one person. It has been a terrible experience for our family. Nintendo has been extremely deceptive in their promotion of this game as a multiplayer game. It is a single player game PERIOD! Only the first person to log into the game has the ability to play the main game, all the other people cannot play the main game, they just wait to the Resident Representative to play the actual game and then the other players get do a few things. Do not buy this game is you are planning to play with your family, everyone will be frustrated and angry. I wish I could return the game to the store or sell my copy, but unfortunately I bought it digitally. I expected better from Nintendo. I want to give this game a 9 for it's content, but at the present time, without an update to the local multiplayer sharing, it's a 4.5.… Expand
  89. HHnick3001
    Apr 4, 2020
    2
    Only the first player can do projects and participate actively in the island the rest of local players are like guests in the game.
  90. Prettyheavy
    Apr 5, 2020
    5
    The one island per console system has spoiled an otherwise fantastic game for my family.
  91. BrendaSweet_
    Apr 6, 2020
    8
    Overall the game is great! The only thing that really bothers me is that villagers always say the same things... they don't seem to have a real character anymore... and their sentences are always really short and sometimes pretty mean. It would be great if Nintendo could re-work that :)
  92. Carl09
    Apr 6, 2020
    0
    One island per switch! Disgusting... Do not purchase until problem is rectified. Bought to play with family and now my purchase means nothing and I'm diminished to playing follow the leader. Considering moving onto a console that respects their clients.
  93. LordBoatrace
    Apr 6, 2020
    0
    I bought the game on a Switch shared by my wife and me, and I created my character and visited the island first. Then she created her character and visited the island (you can only have one island on a console). Come to find out, she can't progress at all in the game until I play it, and she doesn't have any ability to improve the island on her own. What an absolutely boneheaded gameI bought the game on a Switch shared by my wife and me, and I created my character and visited the island first. Then she created her character and visited the island (you can only have one island on a console). Come to find out, she can't progress at all in the game until I play it, and she doesn't have any ability to improve the island on her own. What an absolutely boneheaded game design. If you plan on having multiple people play this game at once, I would warn you not to waste your money.… Expand
  94. SimQueen
    Apr 6, 2020
    0
    This game is probably fantastic but I cannot play it in anyway it’s truly meant to be because they only allow one person per console to play the game. I don’t care that one island. Can support 8 players because there is only one person able to do anything fun. They rest are just sentient NPCs. It’s unfair and unjustifiable. It’s completely unrealistic to expect families to spend a minimumThis game is probably fantastic but I cannot play it in anyway it’s truly meant to be because they only allow one person per console to play the game. I don’t care that one island. Can support 8 players because there is only one person able to do anything fun. They rest are just sentient NPCs. It’s unfair and unjustifiable. It’s completely unrealistic to expect families to spend a minimum of 270 dollars for every person who wants to play this game the way it should be played. No other games have this restriction meaning this was done intentionally to drag more money out of already paying customer. Ridiculous. Big fail on Nintendo’s side.… Expand
  95. kangamangusmang
    Apr 6, 2020
    0
    Sure it's a great game if you are the only player but Nintendo can get **** for the 2nd player limitations they've instituted. Don't buy this unless you support Nintendo's ploy to hold customers ransom in hopes that they'll buy a whole second or third console just so everyone in the house can play this game.
  96. bigbooty
    Apr 6, 2020
    0
    No cloud saves. No legitimate local multiplayer. No sharing the game between users on the same switch. No save transfer between consoles. This game is a massive failure on a technical level by 2020 standards, and embarrassingly even by the original Animal Crossing from 19 years ago, which didn't lock your save to the console.
  97. Exiee
    Apr 7, 2020
    1
    The game costs £50, a switch costs hundreds, yet nintendo expects users to buy another console if they wish to start a new island. Its money grabbing and scummy. I'm not giving this 0, because for whatever reason doing that would invalidate how shady and terrible that move was on nintendo's part. They market it as multiplayer, yes, but only on one island. Only one account holds fullThe game costs £50, a switch costs hundreds, yet nintendo expects users to buy another console if they wish to start a new island. Its money grabbing and scummy. I'm not giving this 0, because for whatever reason doing that would invalidate how shady and terrible that move was on nintendo's part. They market it as multiplayer, yes, but only on one island. Only one account holds full control.They clearly dont consider how a family might feel, how that would work for families with kids, multiple children. I dont want my brother ruining my save file, I dont want to restart it either, just to have a Dr sh experience while waiting for bunny day to end. waiting for bunny day to finally end.… Expand
  98. Stark64
    Apr 7, 2020
    0
    Buy another switch? Not cool guy! Instead I’ll buy a number Pat! I’ll buy a Zero!
  99. bam0909
    Apr 8, 2020
    0
    Give second players more freedom. I understand that the reason that they built the game this way was that "they want people to connect". So I can actually accept why they had people share an island, but why does the progression need to be dependent only on the 1st player. It ruins the experience for the other players.
  100. MrSparko
    Apr 8, 2020
    2
    Disappointing that families that share a switch can’t have their own save file and island. My wife started the game, so I don’t even bother playing since my experience will be arbitrarily constrained by Nintendo. Mind boggling decision by them. User accounts exist for a reason! Hope they fix it soon.
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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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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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