Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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5.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6617 Ratings

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  1. TheBestMarioFan
    Dec 12, 2020
    7
    So I previously had a very positive review here. I really enjoyed the first week of the game and it is still pretty good. However, the more you'll play the more basic and uninteresting everything becomes. Characters have not a lot of things to say and they'll even repeat the same line for a few days in a row. To be honest it makes the game feel generic and while the in other games theSo I previously had a very positive review here. I really enjoyed the first week of the game and it is still pretty good. However, the more you'll play the more basic and uninteresting everything becomes. Characters have not a lot of things to say and they'll even repeat the same line for a few days in a row. To be honest it makes the game feel generic and while the in other games the villagers felt like real people, hre it feels like they are just basic NPCs. For me, this was my favorite part of New Leaf so that is why I edited this one. If you only buy this for the building part. Then buy it. It does that part very well, but if you want an Animal Crossing game with villagers that feel alive. I suggest you buy any of the other games.… Expand
  2. Seb1984
    Apr 2, 2020
    9
    It's a great game despite its flaws... The attention to detail, the music and the overall presentation is great, as are most of the gameplay mechanics. If you want two islands on the same switch, don't buy it. If you want a chilled out life SIM then there's nothing else that comes close to it on the Switch.
  3. RGriffin
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Tengo que admitir que es un juego adictivo, nunca había jugado animal crossing, pero si juegos parecidos, y la verdad me encanta, el estilo visual si no es el mejor pero a la vista de verdad te encanta, la manera en que funciona estoy pegado a el todos los días, es un juegazo para los que les gusta este genero lo recomiendo
  4. TheAnt03
    Apr 27, 2020
    8
    Honestly, I'm not qualified to review this game as I never do this. It is true 1 island per console is really disappointing but not surprising from nintendo. I have never played AC before this game, and I used to hate on this game but now that I've played it, I can't stop. This game doesn't deserve the hate it's getting. It's a great, fun and addicting game anyone can play and have fun with.
  5. Skywise1987
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    Such a wonderful game, I don’t play animal crossing for the multiplayer, my wife and I have our own switches and have tons of fun visiting each other’s islands and trading different things we’ve found for each other. I highly recommend this game, don’t trust the salty reviews.
  6. Kaito34
    Apr 3, 2020
    8
    "I can't read and/or am uninformed, better review-bomb a game and give it a 0, regardless of actual experience with gameplay" -average ACNH reviewer.

    To get this out of the way: Yes, one island per device is frustrating, but we knew this and this has been the case for every animal crossing game. This information was announced by Nintendo, has been covered in the media and is explicitly    "I can't read and/or am uninformed, better review-bomb a game and give it a 0, regardless of actual experience with gameplay" -average ACNH reviewer.

    To get this out of the way: Yes, one island per device is frustrating, but we knew this and this has been the case for every animal crossing game. This information was announced by Nintendo, has been covered in the media and is explicitly mentioned in the Nintendo E-shop and on the box for physical copies. Review-bombing a game out of ignorance is rather pathetic and it's sad to see such an extremely misleading user score, which hardly reflects the game, merely the frustration of angry fans that didn't bother to read or inform themselves.

    As for the actual game, it's hardly a secret at this point that it's a stellar game. Arguably one of the best life simulators and in terms of visuals, gameplay and overall feel, absolutely an upgrade over older games. It's a fantastic experience, a perfect game to just relax with and, unless you're a so-called "time traveler", a game that will last you for years to come due to absolute tons of customization and options not present in earlier titles.

    However, not all is perfect and there are a few points of critique I have, mostly when comparing to older games, most of which boil down to missing content. Nintendo's approach to this game is to periodically add updates including new content, which is exciting, but creates uncertainty. Stuff like swimming, the cafe, club LOL, the dream suite etc. all seem to be missing from the game and while obviously not a necessity, I believe many fans would like to see their return or at least an equivalent substitute for some of the features unlocked by some of these facilities. These may be added in future updates, seeing how datamines include placeholders for a museum cafe and even gyroids, but what else will be added remains to be seen.

    In general, the game is absolutely solid and feels more accessible than ever, as well as being released during a lockdown, assuring tons of hours of fun during these boring times. Everyone can enjoy it- (as long as they each have their own Switch...) and is a top recommendation for any Switch owner. Strong 8-9 from me, depending on future content to be added.    … Expand
  7. William8
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Only reviewing this now because I have not stopped playing this game. I will be playing this for YEARS. Im actually having more fun with this game then I did Pokemon and I played Pokemon A LOT. Not full of action like Astral Chain or Bayonetta but wow, it's just always brings a smile to my face to wake up every morning, explore my island, catch bugs, fish, gather, talk to villagers, visitOnly reviewing this now because I have not stopped playing this game. I will be playing this for YEARS. Im actually having more fun with this game then I did Pokemon and I played Pokemon A LOT. Not full of action like Astral Chain or Bayonetta but wow, it's just always brings a smile to my face to wake up every morning, explore my island, catch bugs, fish, gather, talk to villagers, visit friends online, etc. So much fun and perfect for quarantine time. Definitely get this if you have Switch.… Expand
  8. CyanRyanN64
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Oi stop **** review bombing the **** game you dumbasses haven't even played it yet
  9. Aldro
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    I've never played an Animal Crossing before and I can't stop playing it now! Amazing! there are lots of things to do! The characters are all charming, you can visit other islands, customize everything...It's a infinit game. People who are giving 0 problably never played the game. And a 0 ?? come on guys, not everybody will like it but a 0?
  10. Nintenboy
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing! Everyone rating the game a 0-4 because they can’t have multiple users isn’t fair! Get off here! And cry somewhere else. What’s the big deal? This was explained before the game was released so why did you buy it? You just wanna whine. Simple solution buy a switch lite for family member or get gone. The game is unbelievable good and adorable!
  11. likeuwill
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    Game of all type of people. I'm 34 and can't stop playing this game. A lot of enjoy!
  12. AlexFaj22
    Mar 29, 2020
    8
    Adore this game, cannot put it down. However can be frustrating because it can be incredibly slow, especially at the start. Also the one island per console is dumb. But I still love it!
  13. HazeTheHawk13
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    They cut Everything out of the Game, all past shops, features, many of the house upgrades, the original Animal Crossing you could have 15 villagers, here only 10. The Islands feel small and cramped, villagers don't really do side quests any more,no Diving, no Multiplayer mini games, All users on a single consoleMust share the same tiny island. Less plants, Only two shops I'm the game withThey cut Everything out of the Game, all past shops, features, many of the house upgrades, the original Animal Crossing you could have 15 villagers, here only 10. The Islands feel small and cramped, villagers don't really do side quests any more,no Diving, no Multiplayer mini games, All users on a single consoleMust share the same tiny island. Less plants, Only two shops I'm the game with Books Cranny only having one upgrade, the Island editor is slow and limited, custom paths can still be kicked off the ground, no daily or monthly events, loading times that shouldn't exist. Besides Graphics this is the worst entry in the series. I could go on even more if I wanted.… Expand
  14. misselisa
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Absolutely incredible game that not only makes me feel a little less lonely, but also allow me to have genuine interactions, going back and forth between islands and helping each other out, with my best friend, who is two continents over, in these scary times. It's an incredible game and I have been adoring every second of it. It's a polished, smooth experience and it's pretty darned closeAbsolutely incredible game that not only makes me feel a little less lonely, but also allow me to have genuine interactions, going back and forth between islands and helping each other out, with my best friend, who is two continents over, in these scary times. It's an incredible game and I have been adoring every second of it. It's a polished, smooth experience and it's pretty darned close to perfect!… Expand
  15. cringeyboi555
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    **** piece of **** stupid **** one island mechanic. You can only have one Island at a time, and the second player gets to do nothing. **** you Nintendo.

    9/10
  16. Snance444
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    This is a great relaxing game. I love it. It is the perfect game to play while listening to podcasts or watching TV with family. I could see why it would be frustrating if you were playing with someone else on the same console though- which is why I took off a point.
  17. JoeQ_
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Where do I even begin with this game? Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the first Animal Crossing title I have ever played and I am loving every bit of it. I used to be one to shy away from the series because I felt it wasn't a game for me, but boy was I wrong. Everything about the game is exciting and there's so much to do every new day you boot the game up. You start the game off as aWhere do I even begin with this game? Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the first Animal Crossing title I have ever played and I am loving every bit of it. I used to be one to shy away from the series because I felt it wasn't a game for me, but boy was I wrong. Everything about the game is exciting and there's so much to do every new day you boot the game up. You start the game off as a Villager brought to a deserted island with Tom Nook and a couple other of animal villagers. Right off the bat, you're assigned with tasks to keep you busy for the rest of the day. From fishing, catching bugs, gathering materials, crafting items, and expanding the village, there's a lot to do on such a little island. This game couldn't have come out at a better time especially due to the current state of affairs, but it is a game that has had me occupied since the day it came out! Visiting other friends' islands is just as fun and it's really unexplainable how great this game is. It's truly an experience everyone should enjoy.… Expand
  18. MekachuDrago
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    The game is absolutely fantastic and everything we have been waiting for for seven long years. The ability to truly customize your island and all of the quality of life upgrade make this game so very worth the money. It’s a slow relaxing game that any fan of past Animal Crossing games would love.
  19. DarkenedHill
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    This game is the best in the series by far but the multiplayer is a problem. I do believe that it should be one island per cartridge at the least and not one island per switch. Don't even bother with the local multiplayer. Other than that this game is near perfect.
  20. babbler1202
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Loving it so far. My husband and I are playing together. Admittedly we were a bit stumped at first about only having one island but it's been fun anyway. We keep leaving each other gifts and sending cute mail. It's probably the most romantic we've been in a bit lol. Still a little confused about how you play online with friends. I want to visit their islands but I think that might costLoving it so far. My husband and I are playing together. Admittedly we were a bit stumped at first about only having one island but it's been fun anyway. We keep leaving each other gifts and sending cute mail. It's probably the most romantic we've been in a bit lol. Still a little confused about how you play online with friends. I want to visit their islands but I think that might cost extra and that is a little shady. But the gameplay is super relaxing and enjoyable. The customization options are awesome. It's so cute. I'm honestly spending way more time on it than I expected. A little obsessed lol.… Expand
  21. kaylers
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    Totally unfair that users are slamming this game with a 0/10 review for the 1-island-per-console issue. Yes, it really does suck. It’s a pain and it does somewhat diminish the enjoyment of the game. BUT there are so many amazing facets of the game! The detail, the nook miles system, the nook phone, the creative ways they snuck in old themes (Dodo Airlines in place of Tortimer!) — they areTotally unfair that users are slamming this game with a 0/10 review for the 1-island-per-console issue. Yes, it really does suck. It’s a pain and it does somewhat diminish the enjoyment of the game. BUT there are so many amazing facets of the game! The detail, the nook miles system, the nook phone, the creative ways they snuck in old themes (Dodo Airlines in place of Tortimer!) — they are worth at least a few points! don’t drag down a beautiful game with a 0/10 rating for one issue, even if it is worth the loss of a couple points.… Expand
  22. Archangel0528
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    The game is utterly fantastic. With the core functions of the old games and the new functions added in, the game is a brilliant blend of nostalgia and a breath of fresh air. Animal Crossing continues to be a relaxing experience for the player and maintains its charm in New Horizons. It's nice to have a new spin on the things we're used to seeing from an Animal Crossing game.

    In regards    The game is utterly fantastic. With the core functions of the old games and the new functions added in, the game is a brilliant blend of nostalgia and a breath of fresh air. Animal Crossing continues to be a relaxing experience for the player and maintains its charm in New Horizons. It's nice to have a new spin on the things we're used to seeing from an Animal Crossing game.

    In regards to those reviews being left that are upset about there only being one island per console, I share this. From Nintendo themselves on the official Animal Crossing New Horizons website: "Up to eight Nintendo Account holders can live on the same island within each game. With one Nintendo Switch system and one game, up to four of those Nintendo Account holders can play on the same island at the same time (additional accessories required). With additional systems and games, up to eight players can play on the same island at the same time via local wireless or online play. Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features."

    This was clearly stated before the player even purchased the game. This is the way that animal crossing has always been. 1 island per console. The fact that you are even able to have multiple villagers from the same console playing together on the island at the same time is unique to this game only in the series. And they've actually upped this from the typical 4 villagers living in one town to now 8 villagers living on one island, allowing larger families to have unique villagers for each family member. Why would you have multiple islands to choose from on a game that has historically only ever had one town per console, regardless of the type of system the player is using? Playing on a family Wii console with City Folk? One town. Playing on a personal handheld console with Wild World or New Leaf? One town. Just read the information on the game functionality before you buy a game. The game is great all around and is one for the books, just remember to read what the game-play is before you purchase a game.    … Expand
  23. Tanukky
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    A very cute and refreshing Animal Crossing game. It offers beautiful graphics and motivation through "setting your own goals", especially with the Nook Miles. Offers many improvements like the tool ring.

    The only thing I need to complain is the long "tutorial phase". It could be a little bit boring and during this time, you'll hear the same bgm. Also I have the feeling the animal    A very cute and refreshing Animal Crossing game. It offers beautiful graphics and motivation through "setting your own goals", especially with the Nook Miles. Offers many improvements like the tool ring.

    The only thing I need to complain is the long "tutorial phase". It could be a little bit boring and during this time, you'll hear the same bgm. Also I have the feeling the animal villagers are a little bit dull and are annoyed very fast.
    And there are some things I'm missing like the cafe. I hope they'll improve (villagers dialogues) and add those things in an update.

    In overall, it's a lovely new Animal Crossing with some flaws. It was worth the long wait. I don't understand the negative review bomb. It was known for a long time that you can have one island per console. //shrug    … Expand
  24. HowDoYouPlay
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. From a single player standpoint, this game is amazing. It has lovely graphics, as well as being jam packed full of content. The only reason this isn't getting a perfect score is because of the 1 island per console rule. I play with my sister, and I was the one who started the island. After watching her play for a bit, It was clear how the game satisfaction to both players were very different. She didn't get to decide where structures such as houses or shops would be placed, and it was a bit confusing at first to figure out how she could get the recipes that I had already learned by completing missions such as donating to Tom Nook. This leads me to my next point, which is how player two wont get as much satisfaction from the game as player one would, whereas player one had to complete an objective to gain an important tool crafting recipe, which has a sense of reward, while player two would have the recipe appear in the shop, not having to work for it. If Nintendo had added the feature of being able to have multiple islands per console, there would be no question that Animal Crossing New Horizons would get that perfect 10/10 from almost everyone.… Expand
  25. Susiesaurus
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    Brilliant game! Relaxing, fun, and just sweet. The new additions of Nook Miles and crafting are nice, but it's very much still the same charm as the old animal crossing games. Only flaws are that it isnt clear that you have to open your island up for people to be able to visit, and that you can only have one island per switch console - only major problem for me! Otherwise, fantastic!
  26. Dundris
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    I love this game so much! Sad to see some sad person review bombing Animal Crossing: New Horizons because you can't have more than 1 island on your switch.
  27. CapivaraGamer18
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Awesome game!!!!! it is an infinite game with innumerable innovations and with an incredible gameplay
  28. StephanieCoon
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Great game with a great pace and lots of new features to expand on its New Leaf success.
  29. GiuseppeMonaco
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Love the game. I’m sure Nintendo has their reasons why they only allow 1 island per switch. Get over it. Game is perfect.
  30. thiccboiee
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    My first Animal Crossing game and it has been an absolute blast to play this. Great job Nintendo! Having one island is great and never would have wanted more!
  31. Yuzu55
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    I just start the game three days ago... Well, that's what my Switch says, I actually can't remember when I started, just can't stop playing. You always have something to do and if you don't, just stop playing and continue another time of the day, things change. I'm loving this game, my first Animal Crossing, never played one before.
  32. Schlupi
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    A true return to form, the game introduces a plethora of QoL changes and mechanics to make the island life more engaging and satisfying compared to some previous titles. For the uninitiated the game may be an excellent starting point.
  33. Tylenor
    Mar 30, 2020
    9
    Excellent game, best installment in the series by far! I noticed a lot of idiots who apparently never played an animal crossing game before are reviewbombing here. Let me enlighten you on the fact that “one island/town per console” has been a thing since the first Animal crossing on the GameCube. No, it’s not a feature that’s been removed from the game or anything, it’s the animal crossingExcellent game, best installment in the series by far! I noticed a lot of idiots who apparently never played an animal crossing game before are reviewbombing here. Let me enlighten you on the fact that “one island/town per console” has been a thing since the first Animal crossing on the GameCube. No, it’s not a feature that’s been removed from the game or anything, it’s the animal crossing standard that it’s player one’s world and everyone else lives in it. Don’t be a cuck and let your wife or kids be player one if you’re that hardcore into this E-rated game, and don’t reviewbomb a family game as a grown ass adult complaining that you’re stuck on player 2 and have a hard time sharing with people lol.… Expand
  34. Doodlles
    Mar 31, 2020
    9
    Animal Crossing New Horizons is a great game and something different from the other games from this franchise in the past. It saved the AC games from the mobile ones that they were producing and provides a great story. The game isn't perfect but is enjoyable to play. These are some things I think they might need to work on possibly adding. 1.) Villagers need more life to them like in otherAnimal Crossing New Horizons is a great game and something different from the other games from this franchise in the past. It saved the AC games from the mobile ones that they were producing and provides a great story. The game isn't perfect but is enjoyable to play. These are some things I think they might need to work on possibly adding. 1.) Villagers need more life to them like in other games, I think having quests to do from them would be a great way to have a bond with your villagers. 2.) I know this is what a lot of people are saying but, have more than 1 account for a switch; you could even make it to where it only can be another Nintendo ID to have another island. 3.) The online cut scene for a player arriving to your island is dreadful to watch, at first its cool but then after a while of having to watch it, it is tedious and annoying; especially if you constantly have people joining and leaving. A simple solution could be to have a button to skip or just not have it ( If possible). 4.) More interaction with items, this one could be a simple update to make more of the items have a better interaction with it, such as the Tea-Cups that spin. The game would become more fun and make players want the items more if they have something to do with them other than just for decoration. These are some of the changes I think Nintendo could apply to Animal Crossing New Horizons to make the game more enjoyable than it already is.… Expand
  35. Comradesteakyy
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    I see that most of the bad reviews are of the multiplayer aspect of the game and I can understand where they are coming from.

    However, this game has been fun as hell for me and Im going to rate on my own personal experience.

    The game is a fun time and ultimately relaxing. It came out at the perfect time.
  36. aleckersey
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    Reggie really outdid himself this time.
    It's fun.
    It's really fun.
    10/5 can't wait for the sequel
  37. mimmy
    Mar 31, 2020
    9
    Really spectacular game. Lots of detail and charm. Perfect for relaxing, the hourly music is so nice.
  38. Shigaion
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    I wasn't even planning on getting this game, but they have improved the series so much with this iteration that I picked it up anyways. Now I spend at least a few hours a day on my island. One of the biggest improvements I've found is that it seems that item randomization in the shops and from balloon gifts seems to be more tailored to your purchases that you have already made in the game,I wasn't even planning on getting this game, but they have improved the series so much with this iteration that I picked it up anyways. Now I spend at least a few hours a day on my island. One of the biggest improvements I've found is that it seems that item randomization in the shops and from balloon gifts seems to be more tailored to your purchases that you have already made in the game, so you are more likely to get items that match the aesthetic or set that you are trying to pull together for your house. Maybe I have just gotten lucky, but when I got the game I noticed a lot of other people had really tightly designed spaces that looked great already despite how new the game is. In previous titles I had little incentive to upgrade my house for a while because of how hard it was to get the furniture and items I wanted in the store. Now I am already grinding bells to get more space. The crafting and customization mechanics are also a great improvement, and while tools that break can be a pain, it's a lot less painful to have to drop a flimsy tool to make room for resources than the normal tools in other games. I can't wait to see what else ACNH has in store, and what will come with new content!… Expand
  39. Jakson44
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    This game is too fun. (Think I might be addicted.) With everything going on right now this game provides a great escape. If you want to get into the animal crossing series play this one. You will not be disappointed.
  40. Dasamurai34
    Apr 2, 2020
    9
    I Don't understand the High Volume of negative reviews here, the game is amazing. So much to do, see and mess around with. Great game if you have time (like right now) so please, play it. I spent hours just fishing, yeah, straight fishing. There's more to do though, give it a shot. Don't watch a lets play, it looks boring on that, you have to play it first.
  41. ConMan98
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    This is a beautiful reincarnation of the Animal Crossing Series. I'm gonna be coming back all year to make sure I fill out my museum. This game makes it incredibly simple to join up with my friends too, offering an in game texting tool so I can hit them up to visit my island if I see them on. Tools break annoyingly often though...

    I will say I got my own switch and am the only player on    This is a beautiful reincarnation of the Animal Crossing Series. I'm gonna be coming back all year to make sure I fill out my museum. This game makes it incredibly simple to join up with my friends too, offering an in game texting tool so I can hit them up to visit my island if I see them on. Tools break annoyingly often though...

    I will say I got my own switch and am the only player on my island. I understand the people that have been negatively impacted by the one island feature and I regret that.

    As for me, I love it! 10/10    … Expand
  42. srijansin91
    Apr 3, 2020
    8
    It is so incredibly relaxing compared to many games but it is not without flaws. Its simplicity can also cause understandable polarisation in reviews. If 'impatient', 'action-hungry' or 'likes-to-skip-cutscenes' describes you at all, you will not enjoy this game. At times the dialogue and real-time day progression system will test you but giving it a chance and taking it slow will yieldIt is so incredibly relaxing compared to many games but it is not without flaws. Its simplicity can also cause understandable polarisation in reviews. If 'impatient', 'action-hungry' or 'likes-to-skip-cutscenes' describes you at all, you will not enjoy this game. At times the dialogue and real-time day progression system will test you but giving it a chance and taking it slow will yield undeniably cute moments worth your waiting. If you plan to play more than one person per switch drop this review score by 3 points (I never liked Nintendo's insistence on having ten consoles and copies of the game for per gaming family)… Expand
  43. Tospond
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    I love this game! Every day i play his and i am trying to get 2 of my hated vilagers out! I can terraform and make the perfect island! I can breed flowers are much more! This game is a must have!
  44. oliverpette
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    The perfect game to these times. It ia relaxing and social challenge with many Things to do
  45. beathofthewave
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is an exceptional game that will keep you playing again and again for years!

    + Most in-depth Animal Crossing yet with greatly expanded crafting system; + Relaxing experience that will make you love the game more and more; + Nintendo updates and fixes the game as soon as possible if a bug is discovered; + The game gives you the freedom to play exactly how    Animal Crossing: New Horizons is an exceptional game that will keep you playing again and again for years!

    + Most in-depth Animal Crossing yet with greatly expanded crafting system;
    + Relaxing experience that will make you love the game more and more;
    + Nintendo updates and fixes the game as soon as possible if a bug is discovered;
    + The game gives you the freedom to play exactly how you want;
    + The community is friendly and helpful;
    + The pinnacle of escapism;
    + Each villager has their own personality;

    The game requires a fair amount of involvement to get the best from it, but it rewards you for your efforts. What more can I say? The game is meant to be enjoyed. Take your time and have fun!    … Expand
  46. bigfarken
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Most of the negative reviews here are about console/island limitations. Imagine being poor hahahahaha just buy another switch. Imagine coming to bomb a review page and blame a game because YOU cannot afford your own console. 10/10 Game of the Year.
  47. person32123
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    Animal crossing new horizons is amazing and has tons to do, this game is one of my favorite games.
    I can't stop playing this game. There is one problem that is easy for me to ignore but you can only have 1 island per console. Other than that is game is amazing.

    Categories:
    graphics: 10/10
    game play: 9/10
    couch co-op: 3/10
    raplayability: 10/10
  48. ArronTheG
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    Don't listen to these garbage user reviews complaining about the same one problem over and over again. One island really isn't bad. Also, giving the game a bad review for having no multiplayer progression is just as bad. The solo experience is well worth it. You should look at this game for what it is in total. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a very enjoyable life sim. It couldDon't listen to these garbage user reviews complaining about the same one problem over and over again. One island really isn't bad. Also, giving the game a bad review for having no multiplayer progression is just as bad. The solo experience is well worth it. You should look at this game for what it is in total. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a very enjoyable life sim. It could even be called the greatest Animal Crossing game out there. The basic principles in this game are the same as the other games. You pay off debt, do daily tasks, get villagers, catch bugs, and all the rest. Like in New Leaf, you can make stuff like bridges and ramps. However, New Horizons adds new customization to your island. In this game, you can move buildings around and decide where all of the buildings get built. Crafting is new, and it is a very nice addition. You can only craft one item at a time, which sucks, but having the ability to make stuff is a welcome feature. This game is amazing, and you will spend hundreds of hours into it without realizing it. So don't listen to the 5.2 user score on this website; It's the result of a bunch of angry people bringing a great game down for a petty reason. This game is fun, relaxing, charming, and just overall a good time. Give this game a shot, and I'm sure you'll love it.… Expand
  49. AXlxD
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encanto el juevo voy dias jugandolo y se ve que tiene para rato vale la pena comprarlo te dara dias y meses de diversion… Expand
  50. MrSiera
    Apr 21, 2020
    0
    only one real save-game is possible per switch... makes sense from a business point of view ($$$$) - unacceptable for customers.
  51. Heather905
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Adorable and fun, this game is not for players looking for constant action. It's a very relaxing and slow-paced game. A big step forward for the animal crossing series!
  52. Dmony429
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Awesome game, fantastic visuals and a very calming aesthetic. It makes for the perfect Saturday evening.
  53. Fruit_Toast
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Great game, I have to admit that the one island per switch isn't the best, but it's not that big of a deal as I'm the main person to play on it, but it would be nice to at least have the option to.
  54. alberteje66
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    It's very fun and relaxing. I enjoy the many ways to customize my player character, and the island I live on.
  55. Araine
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Basically it is a really good game. The fact that it’s shared on console is a tiny factor of negativity in a great game. It builds on previous editions of the game, not tearing it down. People need to find a hobby other than wantonly down voting something for no reason. The people with legit concerns, like the shared console issues, are perfectly understandable. Especially if you haveBasically it is a really good game. The fact that it’s shared on console is a tiny factor of negativity in a great game. It builds on previous editions of the game, not tearing it down. People need to find a hobby other than wantonly down voting something for no reason. The people with legit concerns, like the shared console issues, are perfectly understandable. Especially if you have children in your home that do whatever they want. Or the people who want their own island. Regardless, the game is still good. If you liked the other games, I cannot see a reason for why you would t like this one, other than the said console issues. Idk. People suck and honestly I would rather communicate with animal people pixels than some of the real life people running around today.… Expand
  56. Danwitch
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    It's a great game that will give you hundreds and thousands of hours, the beginning feels slow, and your island feels lonely and empty, but little by little, you'll start to fill it to the brand with furniture, plants, fences... It is pure positive feelings. Don't look at the 0s, they are part of the usual review-bombing
  57. Dapers
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    El mejor Animal Crossing que han hecho hasta ahora, con multitud de posibilidades y con contenido nuevo durante 3 años (por lo menos)
  58. AlexZimmz
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    This game is phenomenal. It's one of the prettiest games I've ever played, and is such a fun time. It's a game about progression and improvement over time. It's so much fun to just pick up for 20 minutes and do the daily jobs. I like to watch all my villagers interact with the environment and each other, and learn more about them as characters.
  59. DarraghH
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game stop review bombing!!!..................................................................… Expand
  60. Oneills91
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Wonderful game that you really get sucked into! Honestly nintendo came out with this game at the perfect time.
  61. uve
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Awesome Game.
    Fantástico para jugar un par de horas diarias. Muy recomendable
  62. Jonshock
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    A wide improvement over all the other installments. And they even let you bring in the cards from the tragic wii u party game.
  63. AquaToad
    Apr 27, 2020
    9
    I've put about 250 hours in at this point and I still don't see a day coming where I don't check my island. This is my first Animal Crossing game and so far in having a blast. Starting out with a desolate nothing island and building it up to an metropolis has been the best thing while stuck at home.
  64. jbeisen
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love this game. It is such a good distraction from what is going on in the world right now. The instant serotonin I get from New Horizons is a dependable joy every day. All of the negative reviews I've read don't seem to understand how the game fundamentally works. It is almost only a single player game, and you can link up with friends and visit each others' islands. So maybeI absolutely love this game. It is such a good distraction from what is going on in the world right now. The instant serotonin I get from New Horizons is a dependable joy every day. All of the negative reviews I've read don't seem to understand how the game fundamentally works. It is almost only a single player game, and you can link up with friends and visit each others' islands. So maybe don't buy it if you're only looking for a game your entire family can play at once on one console. But do buy it if you're missing your friends; this is a great way to still hang out while socially distancing.… Expand
  65. peedroo007
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Its a great game, I enjoyed too much i play every day and its a pretty nice game
  66. BEWewer10
    Apr 30, 2020
    3
    This game is tricky to rate. 8/10 if you are the first player on your island and resident rep. But if you aren’t, then you are nothing more than a glorified NPC. You can’t progress your island whatsoever and with only one island allowed per switch you have no possible way of actually playing the game.
  67. Feles_Mala
    May 1, 2020
    1
    Where to start...
    I'd never played an animal crossing game, and everyone I knew raved about them so I thought, hey, we're under lockdown, a nice relaxing game is perfect... I personally don't have a problem with the one island per console as I'm the sole user.
    Pros: It's quirky and cute and engaging and there are so many things to make. The time of year events are a nice touch, but    Where to start...
    I'd never played an animal crossing game, and everyone I knew raved about them so I thought, hey, we're under lockdown, a nice relaxing game is perfect... I personally don't have a problem with the one island per console as I'm the sole user.

    Pros:
    It's quirky and cute and engaging and there are so many things to make.
    The time of year events are a nice touch, but could be more interesting

    Cons:
    Most DIY items, shopping items etc are the equivalent of the amazon deals page; a few nice items but 95% plastic tat. I understand the aim of the game is to fill your island with consumer goods to raise it's 'rating' but it really just feels like someone raided the unity asset store for free models; very few things are aesthetically pleasing.

    Interactions, menus, inventory etc feel unintuitive (to me);
    i) 'drop' should not be the top item on the inventory menu.
    ii) I want to be able to shake a tree for fruit even if I'm holding a spade without it trying to (ineffectively) dig up the tree.
    iii) Many sub menu interactions kick you out of the whole menu/inventory after doing one thing, e.g. unequip a hat, and if you want to do anything else (unequip more etc) back into the inventory you go.

    Dialogs/Messageboxes are WAY too verbose and always on; most games with chat dialog may have a verbose version the first time, and then a terse version from then on, not AC. Every time you talk to a shop keeper you get the whole 4 or 5 dialog box spiel you have to click through (even pressing b to speed things up it's still a chore), want to post a few presents to friends? *Every* one requires you to read 'hmmm, it looks like they have a postcard rack, maybe I could...' - 'who do you want to send it to?' - 'connecting to the internet' -etc, and when you're done, do you go back to the previous menu for more? No, you're kicked out to start again... 'hmmm, it looks like...'
    This coupled with the above items means for example it takes *minutes* to buy one of each of the few flowers on sale from the flower merchant; click through spiel, choose item, buy, watch unnecessary animation of bells being handed over and flower being handed back, click another message, repeat. We need multi-select to buy (like fossil assessment), we need shopkeepers to have a 'I've heard this message 300 times, please just say hello and go straight to the wares' mode.
    Some shops even force you to click out of a dialog just to exit the shop!

    The island-visitor restrictions are odd, and strikes me (as a software developer for over 20 years) as a quick workaround rather than solve an underlying issue:
    Why do we need to close dialogs when someone is visiting?
    Why do we need to watch a (needlessly long, honestly, what other games take so long for people to join?) progress animation as they 'fly in'
    Why can I not place items when someone is there?
    Why can I not talk to a shopkeeper when a visitor is in the changing room.
    All these things make the friends/visitor mechanism stilted, janky and, like everything else, a chore

    Every time you catch or make something you have to watch a little 'look what I caught/made' animation, with a terrible pun, of which there is only one per item: 'I caught a sea bass, oh no it's at least a C plus' (I have stopped fishing simply because of these, and of course, you have to click again, to dismiss it.
    With crafting, each item (and YOU CAN ONLY MAKE ONE AT A TIME) has an animation too (while you can speed up the crafting time, basically, you have to sit there mashing a button to make a number of the same items

    All of which could be avoided if they weren't pretty much the only thing to do in the game... like, any kind of quests apart from help Gulliver find his bits and help Whisp find his bits.

    Basically the only thing to do is fish, craft, catch bugs, shop and those things take 5x as much time and 5x as many button clicks as they need to (even keeping the immersive chatty nature some might like) and all interactions are repetitive, there's no variation.
    None of the game-play is fluid, very little is intuitive and that 'what's the point' feeling creeps in very quickly.

    If you want crafting, smooth multi-play, adventure etc... Get portal knights, AC did not get QA tested with users playing for a length of time.    … Expand
  68. TakezoShinmen
    May 3, 2020
    1
    1 Island for console limitation.
    I cannot play this game because my girlfriend has played 125 hours and I want my own new Game.
    Fix that s**t
  69. Pikey17
    May 3, 2020
    1
    Per giocare con figli o fidanzate, mogli o persone del nucleo familiare, sappiate che ci vuole una console a testa perché una funzione BASE come quella di avere più salvataggi su un un’unica console NON C’È.
    Nel 2020 sembra una barzelletta ma così non è. Da appassionato di titoli Nintendo, questa è una delusione amarissima. Il gioco in se sarà anche bello ma togliermi la CONDIVISIONE che    Per giocare con figli o fidanzate, mogli o persone del nucleo familiare, sappiate che ci vuole una console a testa perché una funzione BASE come quella di avere più salvataggi su un un’unica console NON C’È.
    Nel 2020 sembra una barzelletta ma così non è. Da appassionato di titoli Nintendo, questa è una delusione amarissima. Il gioco in se sarà anche bello ma togliermi la CONDIVISIONE che posso avere con qualcuno in casa quando giochiamo in orari differenti, in un tipo di gioco come questo, è a mio avviso gravemente penalizzante perché non si guarda a far felici i propri utenti che pagano volentieri i prodotti ma anzi, si spera di vendere altre console con mezzucci proprio raccapriccianti.    … Expand
  70. DwerG
    May 3, 2020
    4
    Game is fantastic.

    Nintendo deciding that you can only make one island per console basically makes me not want to play.
  71. Traifor
    May 3, 2020
    2
    El juego me encanta pero le veo un fallo bastante molesto y grave, en mi consola jugamos mi hermana y yo y no puedo avanzar en la historia si mi hermana no avanza
  72. Johnny187
    May 3, 2020
    1
    game very appreciated both as graphics and as gameplay. but the thing I don't like is the restriction to create a single island for Switch console, even if you have multiple profiles on the console. I hope they do an update and that this serious problem is improved. Traduzione:
    gioco molto apprezzabile sia come come grafica che come gameplay. Ma la cosa che non apprezzo é la restrizione    game very appreciated both as graphics and as gameplay. but the thing I don't like is the restriction to create a single island for Switch console, even if you have multiple profiles on the console. I hope they do an update and that this serious problem is improved. Traduzione:
    gioco molto apprezzabile sia come come grafica che come gameplay. Ma la cosa che non apprezzo é la restrizione di creare una sola isola per console Switch, anche se si hanno piú profili sulla console. spero facciano un'aggiornamento e che venga migliorato questo grave problema.    … Expand
  73. Goombafan333
    May 4, 2020
    0
    Imagine an Animal Crossing game with tons of furniture and endless replayability.
    You just imagined New Leaf.
    Because this game doesn't have anywhere near the amount of content as previous games. New Horizons makes the Gamecube original look as expansive as Skyrim with how dull and empty the game feels. You have 1 person who can have fun per copy of the game The other 7 are just    Imagine an Animal Crossing game with tons of furniture and endless replayability.
    You just imagined New Leaf.
    Because this game doesn't have anywhere near the amount of content as previous games.
    New Horizons makes the Gamecube original look as expansive as Skyrim with how dull and empty the game feels.

    You have 1 person who can have fun per copy of the game
    The other 7 are just NPCs who can't edit the island in any possible way which is the games single most defining feature.    … Expand
  74. risky_pete
    May 6, 2020
    0
    Like others have said, this game requires two scores.

    9/10 game for those in Representative position.
    0/10 game for those who aren't.

    Hopefully Nintendo takes note.
  75. viljami
    May 7, 2020
    0
    My husband bought the game and started it., but got bored pretty soon. Meanwhile I continued, only to find out I cannot do anything but fish and collect bugs, as any kind of progression is locked due nintendos greed to force people buy another device.
  76. BitBit99
    May 7, 2020
    0
    No options, crafting own item at a time, 50% of the game is dialogue you’ve gotten over 1,000 times. Even when digging up fossils, which all look the same before identifying them. Playing with friends is a pain, and more importantly there’s nothing to do with your friends. They see your island and pick fruit with you and that’s it. One game per console, not profile, means only one personNo options, crafting own item at a time, 50% of the game is dialogue you’ve gotten over 1,000 times. Even when digging up fossils, which all look the same before identifying them. Playing with friends is a pain, and more importantly there’s nothing to do with your friends. They see your island and pick fruit with you and that’s it. One game per console, not profile, means only one person can play period. Others can switch profiles, but if they aren’t the main account it’s not their island. The game honestly feels like it’s a beta. Very rushed, poor UI, and little to no potential growth for the game as it stands. Nintendo already has my money don’t let them take yours. You’d be better off with Zelda or Mario at least those don’t force you to click a button through repetitive dialogue when you’ve dung up the same fossil or catch the same ladybug 50+ times. This is more than enough justification for my rating. Thanks for reading.… Expand
  77. Wragge
    May 8, 2020
    0
    Disgusted at the one island per switch "feature". Completely wasted my money on this game and I can't even play it because my girlfriend happened to make an island first. Update immediately.
  78. Zaye
    May 8, 2020
    0
    Unfinished game at release
    Multiplayer is a joke absolutely nothing to do besides have your friends visit your island and run around...can’t even do certain tasks in your island if you have a visitor...
    Everything cost bells..if you wanna move your house one inch to the right that cost bells and takes a day and you can’t do anything else involving building construction until that one house    Unfinished game at release
    Multiplayer is a joke absolutely nothing to do besides have your friends visit your island and run around...can’t even do certain tasks in your island if you have a visitor...
    Everything cost bells..if you wanna move your house one inch to the right that cost bells and takes a day and you can’t do anything else involving building construction until that one house is done moving 1 inch to the right ...
    You play the main mini story to unlock terraforming but you really don’t unlock terraforming you still have to spent absurd amount of nook miles just to have full access to terraform...
    At no point in the game can you unlock unbreakable tools...
    This game is utter trash I can spend a listing off everything wrong with this game. It’s not worth full price    … Expand
  79. saltamon
    May 9, 2020
    0
    There is no way two people can play simultaneously with the same privileges. Only the main one can do things and evolve the island, the rest can only accompany. It is not possible to play your own island with your own profile. Once a person creates an island on the console that island will be the only one that can be played and no two profiles are allowed to play on their own islands separately
  80. Payko
    May 9, 2020
    0
    Absolute cash grab. Fix 1 island per console and fix the progression so all profiles can help progress the island...
  81. Tautou
    May 9, 2020
    0
    I puchased a switch for my household to play this game. As a second player on animal crossing I cannot do any meaningful progression in the island. This is such an odd decision by the developers and would have to give a rating of 0 for an unplayable game.
  82. Lanmate
    May 10, 2020
    0
    First time playing Animal Crossing... after watching my partner play I wanted to as well. Quickly discovered I'm limited in what I can do as the second person on the island and promptly stopped playing.
  83. bootiusmaximus
    May 10, 2020
    0
    I wish I could play this game. Watched videos and it's right up my alley. Unfortunately, my sister and I share a switch console, and she bought the game. So because of the one island limit, I can't REALLY play the game. The one island limit per console should be changed in an update.
  84. Dvtn
    May 10, 2020
    0
    Me and my sister bought this game to play with (but with our own islands each) our other littler sister. We let her start up the game, and a few hours later, realized we could not have our own islands. After 5 minutes of finding out the things I couldn’t do, I quit. Possibly the worst decision made by Nintendo in. Along time. To make a family friendly, family oriented game impossibleMe and my sister bought this game to play with (but with our own islands each) our other littler sister. We let her start up the game, and a few hours later, realized we could not have our own islands. After 5 minutes of finding out the things I couldn’t do, I quit. Possibly the worst decision made by Nintendo in. Along time. To make a family friendly, family oriented game impossible for families to enjoy together. I’m hoping for Nintendo to see this so they change it. My sister has tons of fun and am happy she is, but am furious that I can’t do the same.… Expand
  85. brangers
    May 10, 2020
    0
    An excellent game, ruined by Nintendo'a multiplayer failure both local and online.

    With local multiplayer, you can only have one island per CONSOLE and if you aren't the first to play, you won't be the island "representative" which means that you are restricted on contributing to the island development and later, having no control over where bridges and elevations are built as well as    An excellent game, ruined by Nintendo'a multiplayer failure both local and online.

    With local multiplayer, you can only have one island per CONSOLE and if you aren't the first to play, you won't be the island "representative" which means that you are restricted on contributing to the island development and later, having no control over where bridges and elevations are built as well as relocating shops and other people's houses.

    Online multiplayer is a joke where you spend more time frozen, waiting around 60 seconds every time someone enters or leaves the island, only to be frozen again 2 seconds later when another person enters or leaves.

    Great game if you are the first to play and don't want to play online, otherwise give it a miss.    … Expand
  86. alexweldon
    May 11, 2020
    0
    Only one island is not a problem, but when you have two players on one console, first player which started to play first — the main character and only be able to have a progress on island! What a stupid feature without any logic!!! Why?! My girlfriend started to play first and she don’t able to play as often as me. And now I have not a game but just a stupid useless grind for a AAA-price.Only one island is not a problem, but when you have two players on one console, first player which started to play first — the main character and only be able to have a progress on island! What a stupid feature without any logic!!! Why?! My girlfriend started to play first and she don’t able to play as often as me. And now I have not a game but just a stupid useless grind for a AAA-price. So disappointed..… Expand
  87. JuicyPrimeRibs
    May 12, 2020
    0
    Don't get me wrong the game is good but the whole idea of having different islands on the same switch was a bad idea. My brother and I really wanted the game and we were about to pay somewhat half half but then we realized that only one person can be the island representative and the other person is just a slave for materials. My brother said he could wait for the game to eventually addDon't get me wrong the game is good but the whole idea of having different islands on the same switch was a bad idea. My brother and I really wanted the game and we were about to pay somewhat half half but then we realized that only one person can be the island representative and the other person is just a slave for materials. My brother said he could wait for the game to eventually add that feature of more than one island on a switch and I feel really bad for him. Nintendo, if you see this. Please just update it. It would make acnh an amazing game and me and my brother would have something to talk about.… Expand
  88. Snowii
    May 13, 2020
    0
    The second players cannot be mayor .jjjdjdjdkdskkzkkzznznnnznznznznznnznznnzn
  89. Halpocus
    May 14, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game with lots of things to do. You can see the progress your Island makes and all the different animals with their own personalities, all the furniture you can buy and place in your home is truly something for video game lovers. Visiting other islands is really fun aswell as calling animals to come to your island. 10/10 would buy again.
  90. jordanm5
    May 14, 2020
    0
    do NOT buy if you share a switch with anyone. only one island per switch and only ONE person can progress the game. nintendo lost all respect on this one, greedy company hates their consumers
  91. YoBoJosh
    May 14, 2020
    0
    I swear fixing the problem with only 1 island would be so easy... Every other game has different users have different save files! Did Nintendo expect a family to have multiple switches?!?! If they did, then there would be no reason to have only 1 island. They thought it would be some cute little addition to the game for siblings to play on the same island. But that can’t be further fromI swear fixing the problem with only 1 island would be so easy... Every other game has different users have different save files! Did Nintendo expect a family to have multiple switches?!?! If they did, then there would be no reason to have only 1 island. They thought it would be some cute little addition to the game for siblings to play on the same island. But that can’t be further from the truth. It’s like a full war, especially how resources can only be collected ONCE per day. Now, I agree that’s perfectly balanced and makes sense, but not when there’s siblings fighting over who gets the rocks or fruit or fossils. This whole thing, wouldn’t even be the worst thing ever, if everyone had the power of the resident representative! Like, my sister managed to log on first, and she barely even plays! But she plays enough that she won’t let me take over her account. So if I want to move a building, make a bridge, etc, I have to drop money, save, go on her account, build the thing, save, then go back on my account. It’s ridiculous! Why can’t the other players make bridges inclines layout changes etc. Not to mention only the main user can do the tasks to try to get K.K. on the island. Also the main user gets certain recipes that other users can not get unless they find it in a ballon gift thing. Besides the terrible terrible design, I like this game a lot and I can’t stop playing it. I just wish Nintendo would listen to the community and make this REALLY easy change.… Expand
  92. Username11
    May 14, 2020
    0
    Seemed like fun, and i was REALLY exited. Well, my mom got on the game first and selected an island, and now she owns the game, and the ONLY POSSIBLE GAME SAVE. i cant contribute ANYTHING meaningful to the game, other than collecting sticks and crafting things. She gets to make every decision on the island and my WHOLE family has to share this one island, and all of it's resorces. We ranSeemed like fun, and i was REALLY exited. Well, my mom got on the game first and selected an island, and now she owns the game, and the ONLY POSSIBLE GAME SAVE. i cant contribute ANYTHING meaningful to the game, other than collecting sticks and crafting things. She gets to make every decision on the island and my WHOLE family has to share this one island, and all of it's resorces. We ran out of stones to get iron & gold from. The couch co-op mode is terrible too. As a second player all of your items get directly sent to the "town lost and found" and anyone can take it out of the box, except for you, WHO COLLECTED IT. This would make sense if it was a 50 dollar consol or something that each person in our family could have but to spend 300 BUCKS to fully play a game on your own is ridiculous. So basically, i cant even play the game, i cant help move out island in the right direction, and i cant play an important role as a second player. And this is all on a 60 dollar game that my dad bought. Glad ONE person gets to enjoy it.… Expand
  93. Moemoe21
    May 15, 2020
    0
    Good game. But the fact that I cannot play my own game if my wife plays hers first is ridiculous.
  94. Whiplash3
    May 16, 2020
    0
    Only allowing one island per console is so insane that it didn’t even cross my mind as something I would have to worry about when I bought the game. Every other game I can think of allows for multiple profiles/saves. It’s baffling. It would be cool to visit other locally created islands but still control your own. But instead everybody in a house has to be beholden to the game progress ofOnly allowing one island per console is so insane that it didn’t even cross my mind as something I would have to worry about when I bought the game. Every other game I can think of allows for multiple profiles/saves. It’s baffling. It would be cool to visit other locally created islands but still control your own. But instead everybody in a house has to be beholden to the game progress of the first person to play the game. The switch is a family console, yet only one person gets to enjoy the full experience of this game? It really just doesn’t make any sense to me.… Expand
  95. dejarneman
    May 18, 2020
    0
    1 island per switch??? how greedy can you be. this is so anti consumer its not even funny!!
    This gets an instant 0 for me.
  96. JetStream917
    May 18, 2020
    0
    The experience when you're an additional player is complete and utter garbage. Great game when you're the mayor, otherwise it's just pocket camp with a new coat of paint.
  97. Briiko
    May 27, 2020
    0
    I played this game for 3 straight hours, running around having a ball with my partner. Only to find out when she had left I am unable to progress the storyline as I am not the "citizen representative". For the price of a triple A game to only have one "shared" save file is ruthlessly corrupt. Dont buy this game if you have a husband, a wife, a boyfriend, a girlfriend, son, daughter,I played this game for 3 straight hours, running around having a ball with my partner. Only to find out when she had left I am unable to progress the storyline as I am not the "citizen representative". For the price of a triple A game to only have one "shared" save file is ruthlessly corrupt. Dont buy this game if you have a husband, a wife, a boyfriend, a girlfriend, son, daughter, brother or sister. I guess what I'm saying is, don't buy this game.… Expand
  98. paigeegiap
    May 27, 2020
    0
    My friend & I pooled our money to buy a switch & ACNH. It was the one thing I was looking forward to (& a major investment) after my life has been completely upended by the pandemic. To say that this is the most disappointing purchase of my life is an understatement. My friend started the game first, & I didn’t realize how much it sucks to be the second player. I was basically plopped onMy friend & I pooled our money to buy a switch & ACNH. It was the one thing I was looking forward to (& a major investment) after my life has been completely upended by the pandemic. To say that this is the most disappointing purchase of my life is an understatement. My friend started the game first, & I didn’t realize how much it sucks to be the second player. I was basically plopped on her island (with Resident Services, Nooks Cranny, & the Museum already built) with a tent & no in-game instructions or prompts to do anything or what my overarching game goals were. I forged ahead, playing for 2 days looking up articles all the time to figure out how to do things. I finally came across other reviews & realized its not just me - it’s the entire 2nd player experience. I wish I had spent my money on groceries instead.… Expand
  99. InklingMain
    May 29, 2020
    0
    When they fix this game, the score will go to 9, it will stay on 0 for now because of 1 switch, and for Nintendo prizing to you just because someone else plays on your switch a incomplete experience for free for 60 dollars
  100. Nerdrage613
    May 30, 2020
    1
    Might be a good game but I'll never know without buying a second switch as I'm stuck behind the 1 island per switch rule.
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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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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 111 Critic Reviews

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