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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New HorizonsA relaxing island life sim about crafting, decorating, and community.
War Diary
War DiaryCommand historic battles in real‑time strategy mode.
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.

War Diary is a classic real‑time strategy game set in historical wartime scenarios. Developed by Trigger Soft and published by cdv Software Entertainment, it offers deep tactical control over units and resources. The 1997 release features an isometric view, detailed unit customization, and a challenging single‑player campaign that immerses players in the strategic complexities of war.

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
Fans of classic RTS and historical strategy games
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Trigger Soft
publisher
cdv Software Entertainment
multiplayer
Single-player only
General
release date
1997-12-31
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply relaxing and charming
  • Huge customization
  • Great for all ages
  • Real-time seasonal charm
  • Deep tactical gameplay
  • Authentic historical settings
  • Robust unit customization
  • Challenging AI opponents
Cons
  • Switch-only
  • Slow, repetitive loop for some
  • Limited without online play
  • Outdated graphics
  • Limited multiplayer 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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War Diary Reviews

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