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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
Praetorians
PraetoriansLead Romans, Gauls, or Egyptians in epic RTS battles across historic lands.
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 into the sandals of a Roman general and command three distinct civilizations—Romans, Gauls, and Egyptians—through diverse terrains from Egyptian deserts to snowy Gaulish mountains. Over 20 single‑player missions and intense multiplayer matches test your tactical prowess and strategic planning. Praetorians blends historical warfare with deep RTS mechanics, offering terrain‑aware AI, up to eight players online, and a rich campaign that spans the heart of the ancient empire. Experience a combat‑heavy adventure that rewards careful positioning and unit management.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)

Around $59.99 on Nintendo Switch.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Life & Farming Sim
Real-Time Strategy
Best for
Players who enjoy cozy, relaxing life sims
Strategy enthusiasts and history 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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Pyro Studios
publisher
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Kalypso Media, Eidos Interactive
age rating
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ESRB T, PEGI 12
multiplayer
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Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
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84/100
General
msrp
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$49.99
release date
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2003-02-28
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Deep strategic depth with three distinct factions
  • Rich variety of terrains affecting gameplay
  • Robust multiplayer supporting up to eight players
  • Extensive single‑player campaign with diverse missions
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited unit customization options
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
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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