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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
Defender of the Crown
Defender of the CrownLead the Saxon knights to victory, conquer the Normans, and claim the Crown of England!
Overview
Description

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.

Step back into the Age of Chivalry where King Richard has been murdered and England is plunged into a brutal civil war. As a bold Saxon knight, you are chosen to lead your people into battle against the hated Normans, testing your skills as both a swordsman and a military leader. Fight for victory to win not only the Crown of England but also the love of many a beautiful damsel. Navigate a world of lusty wenches, black-hearted villains, clashing steel, and the thunder of charging steeds in this classic medieval adventure.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)

Around $59.99 on Nintendo Switch.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Life & Farming Sim
Turn-Based Strategy
Best for
Players who enjoy cozy, relaxing life sims
Retro gamers and strategy enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Master Designer Software, Inc.
publisher
Cinemaware, Ubi Soft Entertainment, Mirror Image Games, Philips Interactive Media, Mirrorsoft, Mindscape, Manomio
age rating
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
General
release date
1986-11-01
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Immersive medieval atmosphere and cinematic presentation for its era
  • Engaging mix of strategy, jousting, and swordplay
  • Available across multiple modern and classic platforms
  • Classic historical fantasy narrative with memorable objectives
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Limited replayability compared to modern grand strategy titles
  • Dated audiovisual presentation for modern players
  • Simple mechanics may feel repetitive over time
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
8
0
User rating
4.7 (3)
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What reviewers say

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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