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Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Sandbox

Kids

Open world

Simulator

Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.

4.3

External Ratings

501 ratings
Release Date:

20 Mar, 2020

Last Updated:

21 Jun, 2026

About this game

Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and ...

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Storyline

If the hustle and bustle of modern life’s got you down, Tom Nook has a new business venture up his sleeve that he knows you’ll adore: the Nook Inc. Deserted Island Getaway Package! Sure, you’ve crossed paths with colorful characters near and far. Had a grand time as one of the city folk. May’ve even turned over a new leaf and dedicated yourself to public service! But deep down, isn’t there a part of you that longs for…freedom? Then perhaps a long walk on the beach of a deserted island, where a r...

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Details

platform

Platforms:

Nintendo Switch

release date

Release Date:

20 Mar, 2020

mode

Modes:

Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen

theme

Themes:

Sandbox, Kids, Open world

genre

Genres:

Simulator

perspective

Player Perspectives:

Bird view / Isometric

IGDB Rating

4.1 ;
IGDB User Rating

4.1

User Rating

IGDB User Rating Count

490

User Rating Count

IGDB User Rating

82%

Rating %

Critics Rating

4.3 ;
IGDB User Rating

4.3

Critics Rating

IGDB User Rating Count

501

Critics Rating Count

IGDB User Rating

86%

Critics Rating %

Main Developers

Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 5

Supporting Developers

-

Publishers

Nintendo

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