A 2020 social simulation game by Nintendo for the Switch in which players develop a deserted island into a community of anthropomorphic animal villagers.
Origin
The fifth main entry in the Animal Crossing series, New Horizons released globally in March 2020. Players land on a deserted island and gradually shape its terrain, buildings, and infrastructure under Tom Nook’s “Deserted Island Getaway Package.”
Gameplay
The game runs on real-world time, with events tied to seasons and holidays. Players collect bugs, fish, and fossils, customize their character’s home and clothing, and visit each other’s islands online.
Legacy
Releasing during the early COVID-19 pandemic, New Horizons became a comfort game for millions, selling over 46 million copies. It is the second-best-selling Nintendo Switch game and helped drive Switch hardware sales worldwide.
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