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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
Game Boy Wars
Game Boy WarsLead the Red Star forces to victory in this classic turn-based tactics game.
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.

Game Boy Wars is a classic turn-based tactics game for the Game Boy and the second installment in the renowned Nintendo Wars franchise. Set against the backdrop of a fierce conflict between the neighboring countries of Red Star and White Moon, players must strategically command their military units to conquer rival forces and secure ultimate victory. Developed collaboratively by Nintendo R&D1 and Intelligent Systems, the game delivers deep tactical gameplay suited for handheld platforms. Whether engaging in single-player campaigns or competitive multiplayer matches, players must expertly manage their units and territory to outsmart the enemy on the battlefield.

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 strategy and turn-based tactics fans
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
Nintendo Switch
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deployment
Game
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open source
No
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api available
No
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developer
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Nintendo R&D1, Intelligent Systems
publisher
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Nintendo
multiplayer
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Single player, Multiplayer
General
msrp
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¥3,900
release date
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1991-05-21
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Foundational entry in the beloved Nintendo Wars franchise
  • Engaging and deep turn-based tactical gameplay
  • Includes both single-player and multiplayer modes
  • Developed by veteran studios Nintendo R&D1 and Intelligent Systems
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Limited by original Game Boy graphical and audio hardware
  • Lacks modern quality-of-life interface improvements
  • Availability restricted to vintage hardware or retro markets
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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