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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
Pathway to Glory: Ikusa Islands
Pathway to Glory: Ikusa IslandsLead a veteran squad through the brutal Pacific Theatre.
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.

Commanded by the seasoned navy veteran McDouglas, a tight‑knit squad of allied soldiers battles the horrors of the Pacific Theatre. Their survival hinges on strong bonds and disciplined tactics. Set in World War II, the turn‑based tactical experience challenges players to manage resources, position troops, and make hard decisions under fire, delivering a gritty narrative of camaraderie and sacrifice.

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
Fans of tactical WWII games
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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RedLynx
publisher
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Nokia
age rating
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ESRB T
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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50/100
General
msrp
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$19.99
release date
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2005-11-08
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Deep squad‑level tactical gameplay
  • Authentic WWII Pacific setting
  • Strong narrative focus with veteran commander
  • Turn‑based system allows thoughtful planning
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Mixed critical reception with a 50/100 score
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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