All articles tagged with #animal crossing
Originally Published 12 hours ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo confirms a free 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons on Switch and Switch 2, including visuals optimized for the Switch 2 display and features like Resort Hotel and expanded storage; a paid Switch 2 Edition upgrade improves graphics (4K), adds mouse controls and more multiplayer options, all due January 15, 2026.
Originally Published 13 hours ago — by Nintendo Life
Tetris 99’s 51st Maximus Cup runs Jan 8–12, 2026 to celebrate Animal Crossing, with players earning 100 event points to unlock a special Animal Crossing-themed theme inspired by the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition; that edition launches Jan 15 alongside a 3.0 update, and ACNH Switch Online icons are available through Feb 2.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by nintendo.com
A free update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons arriving on January 15, 2026, adds amiibo compatibility, allowing players to invite characters from the Legend of Zelda and Splatoon series to visit their islands by tapping compatible amiibo figures.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Nintendo Life
The article previews upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games and accessories for January and February 2026, highlighting titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Dynasty Warrior: Origins, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Mario Tennis Fever, and Resident Evil Requiem, along with new accessories and eShop credit options.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by nintendo.com
Nintendo announced a lineup of upcoming games for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2026, including titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Switch 2 Edition, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and new entries in popular series such as Fire Emblem and Yoshi, with some titles offering enhanced features and graphics for the new console.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Visual Capitalist
Since 2020, Animal Crossing: New Horizons has been the best-selling video game, with 48.2 million units sold, dominating the market alongside other top titles like Hogwarts Legacy and several Nintendo franchises, reflecting the industry's diverse offerings and regional sales trends.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Mashable
The upcoming Switch 2 version of Animal Crossing: New Horizons will feature enhanced visuals, multiplayer, and innovative mouse controls that significantly improve interior decoration and design, potentially revitalizing the game and showcasing new ways to utilize Switch 2's hardware capabilities.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by The Verge
The article discusses the upcoming free 3.0 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, launching on January 15, 2026, which aims to improve gameplay by addressing previous frustrations with decorating and terraforming systems, alongside a new Switch 2 Edition that offers additional features.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Engadget
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company announced that Pokémon Pokopia, a life simulation game similar to Animal Crossing, will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on March 5, 2026. Developed by Omega Force, the game features a Ditto character and involves building a Pokémon paradise. A trailer will be released on November 13, and an expansion is reportedly in development. Meanwhile, Animal Crossing New Horizons is receiving a major update for Switch 2 in January.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Wire
Nintendo's Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 update introduces new villagers and items unlocked via amiibo, including characters from Zelda and Splatoon series, with flexible scanning options and additional rewards, launching on January 15th.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Life
The latest update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons introduces crossover Villagers from Zelda and Splatoon, which can be unlocked by scanning specific amiibo figures. Players can invite these Villagers to their island by using the Nook Stop Terminal at Resident Services, with detailed compatibility information provided for each amiibo series. The update expands customization options for fans of both franchises.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Everything
Nintendo announced the full list of Zelda and Splatoon amiibo that unlock new villagers in Animal Crossing: New Horizons with the upcoming 3.0.0 update and Switch 2 Edition, releasing on January 15, 2026, featuring characters like Tulin, Mineru, Cece, and Viche.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Verge
Nintendo unexpectedly announced a Switch 2 upgrade and a free update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, reigniting player interest after years of minimal support, with players reflecting on their islands' states and their personal memories with the game.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo has updated its Nintendo Music app with nearly five hours of the Animal Crossing: New Leaf soundtrack from the 3DS, featuring 188 tracks, available to listen to with a Switch Online membership, as part of ongoing updates to the app.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo Music app has been updated to version 1.4.0, adding new features including time-matching Animal Crossing: New Horizons tracks and celebrating its first anniversary with more soundtracks on the way.