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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
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.

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 is a simulation game where players can build and manage their own theme park. The game features various rides, attractions, and amenities that players can use to create a unique and exciting experience for their visitors.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)

Around $59.99 on Nintendo Switch.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Life & Farming Sim
City Builders & Management
Best for
Players who enjoy cozy, relaxing life sims
Theme park 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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Frontier Developments
publisher
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Atari, Inc.
age rating
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PEGI 3, ESRB E
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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84/100
General
msrp
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$39.99
release date
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2004-11-02
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Highly customizable
  • Realistic gameplay
  • Variety of rides and attractions
  • Strong community support
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Steep learning curve
  • Graphics may appear outdated
  • Limited multiplayer options
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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