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Advance Wars
Advance WarsLead tactical armies on grid-based battlefields in this turn-based classic.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
Overview
Description

Assume command of the Orange Star Army and reclaim a war-torn world in this acclaimed turn-based strategy game. Navigate tactical grid-based maps where positioning and unit types dictate victory over rival nations. Unravel a deep campaign spanning four distinct countries, choose unique Commanding Officers with special abilities, and engage in head-to-head multiplayer battles via link cable.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a laid-back life simulation where you develop a deserted island into a personalized community, crafting, decorating, and interacting with charming animal villagers in real time.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)

Around $59.99 on Nintendo Switch.

Category
Turn-Based Strategy
Life & Farming Sim
Best for
Turn-based strategy fans and tactical gamers
Players who enjoy cozy, relaxing life sims
Specifications
General
msrp
$34.99
release date
2001-09-10
Specifications
developer
Intelligent Systems
publisher
Nintendo, iQue
age rating
ESRB E, PEGI 7
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
100/100
platforms
Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging and deep turn-based tactical gameplay
  • Charming cast of Commanding Officers with distinct traits
  • Built-in map editor allows for infinite custom scenarios
  • Accessible tutorial mode perfect for newcomers to the genre
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
Cons
  • Multiplayer requires physical link cable accessories
  • Story paths can sometimes feel restrictive based on CO choice
  • Lacks modern online matchmaking out of the box
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
8
User rating
Not enough data
4.7 (3)

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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Reviews

4.7 (3)
Verified User

Recommend Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Picked up Animal Crossing: New Horizons recently. Huge customization. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Verified User

Recommend Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Been playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons with friends. Deeply relaxing and charming. One gripe: switch-only. Would recommend.

Verified User

So much fun

Been playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons with friends. Deeply relaxing and charming. No real complaints. Would recommend.

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