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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
Project X Zone 2
Project X Zone 2Cross‑universe heroes clash in turn‑based strategy battles.
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.

Strategic turn‑based battles require careful positioning and combo chaining, while the story weaves humor and sci‑fi elements into a fantasy‑laden crossover narrative. Fans can enjoy a deep roster, flashy abilities, and a comedic tone that celebrates the source material.

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 crossover RPGs
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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Monolith Soft
publisher
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Bandai Namco Entertainment
age rating
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ESRB T, PEGI 12
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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70/100
General
msrp
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$59.99
release date
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2015-11-12
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Huge roster of recognizable characters
  • Deep combo and positioning system
  • Humorous and engaging storyline
  • High replay value with character upgrades
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Steep learning curve for combo mechanics
  • Graphics show their age on modern hardware
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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