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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution
Sid Meier's Civilization RevolutionLead one of 16 civilizations from dawn of man to space age in this streamlined strategy game.
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.

Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution brings the legendary turn-based strategy franchise to consoles, offering an accessible yet deep tactical experience designed specifically for controller play. Players guide a nation through history by researching technologies, waging war, and constructing legendary Wonders of the World. Featuring 16 distinct historical civilizations, randomly generated maps, and multiplayer support, the game emphasizes fast-paced pacing and strategic decision-making. Whether conquering rivals through military might or achieving a technological victory, every playthrough offers a unique journey of empire building.

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
Console strategy fans and history enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Firaxis Games
publisher
2K Games
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
81/100
General
msrp
$29.99
release date
2008-06-13
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Accessible entry point for console strategy gamers
  • Engaging multiplayer and single-player modes
  • High replay value with random map generation
  • Well-paced mechanics tailored for controllers
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Simplified mechanics compared to PC entries
  • Limited to PS3 and Xbox 360 hardware generations
  • Diplomacy options can feel somewhat rigid
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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