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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D
RollerCoaster Tycoon 3DBuild, design, and manage thrilling coasters in full 3D fun.
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 shoes of the Rocket Coaster Company, a small but ambitious team led by a legendary coaster designer. Your father’s brilliant ideas need a steady hand, and you’ll take charge of turning those dreams into real theme parks while juggling jobs and mentorship from industry veterans. In this single‑player simulator you’ll design custom roller coasters, complete contracts for clients, and grow your own park empire. Manage finances, staff, and guest satisfaction as you push the RCC to the top of the coaster world.

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
Fans of theme park simulation
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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n-Space
publisher
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Bandai Namco Entertainment, Atari, Inc.
age rating
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ESRB E
multiplayer
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Single player
General
release date
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2012-10-16
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Intuitive 3D coaster building tools
  • Engaging career storyline with varied contracts
  • Balanced depth for both casual and hardcore players
  • Bright, colorful graphics suitable for all ages
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Limited platform availability (PC only)
  • No multiplayer or online sharing features
  • Some UI elements feel dated compared to newer sims
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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