Last Updated on December 18, 2020 by Mark P.
Without a doubt, Animal Crossing: New Horizons has become one of the most popular games on the Nintendo Switch since its release, in part due to the pandemic, and mostly due to the fact that it’s a great game. However, people do have a few questions about it, so we’ve compiled some of the most frequently asked in this article for your convenience.
What is Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
See a video breakdown from Nintendo of this popular Nintendo Switch game.
Is Animal Crossing Free?
This might sound like a weird question at first, but there are more and more free games coming around these days that profit off of in-game content instead of an initial sale. That being the case, some people may be curious to know if Animal Crossing is such a game. Unfortunately, the answer is no. Animal Crossing is not free, and it costs approximately $60, though you may be able to find a physical copy at a physical retailer for $50.
Why is Animal Crossing so Expensive?
We understand why some people may feel that $60 is expensive, as $60 can serve you very well in a number of different ways. However, $60 isn’t expensive: it’s the norm. Nine times out of ten, new games are $60, regardless of what console is in question. Xbox, PlayStation and Switch games are traditionally $60 when they’re new, and this has been the case for years.
Of course, Animal Crossing has been out for a little while now, so why is it still $60? Well for one, it’s been less than a year since its release, and there’s no newer entry in the franchise to make this one obsolete. Moreover, it’s a very popular game, and Nintendo knows they can continue to charge $60 and still have people buy it.
That probably doesn’t make you feel better about spending $60 if you feel that’s expensive, but just keep in mind that this is the normal price for new and popular video games, so it’s not like you’re being ripped off. If you really want to get it cheaper, you can look for a physical copy at a retailer or try to find someone selling the game for cheaper online via Amazon or similar services.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch Trailer
The original trailer.
Can You Play Animal Crossing on the Switch Lite?
Short answer, yes. The Switch Lite is slightly inferior to the regular Switch in a few ways, but it’s mostly things like TV connectivity, controller removal, screen size, etc. The Switch Lite can still play all the same games as the regular Switch, which includes Animal Crossing.
Can You Play Animal Crossing on the Switch Without Internet?
If you don’t have regular access to the internet or your WiFi just isn’t the best, you may be concerned regarding whether or not internet is needed to play Animal Crossing. Fortunately, you do not require an internet connection to play Animal Crossing. However, you do need an internet connection to enjoy some of its features, which includes anything to do with multiplayer. You’ll be able to play 95% of the game without internet, you just won’t be able to interact with other real players.
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More Animal Crossing FAQs
Is there an end to animal crossing new horizons?
Yes, there is an ending in Animal Crossing new horizon. In order to access the ending you will need to go to the credits. The credits will start to roll after normally 50 hours of gameplay, and about two weeks after you start the game for the first time.
However, reaching the end will depend on how you play the game. Depending on if your main objective is completing side missions, crafting furniture, or gathering bells you might see the final cutscene later than anticipated.
Although the game does have a story with a final cut scene Animal Crossing is meant to be played the way you like it. The main story of the game where you develop your island is not the main objective since it is a free-roaming game. With animal crossing, you are able to end the game whenever you feel the time is right.
Can you be in a relationship in Animal Crossing New Horizons?
Unfortunately, no if you are looking to marry one of the residences or start a relationship with them you would not be able to. Although marriage cannot be obtained in the virtual world of Animal Crossing you can still become best friends with the villagers by offering them gifts or talking to them frequently.
While you cannot get married in the game you can arrange a fake wedding ceremony. In order to do this, you will need to gather residents in one place and give them some firecrackers or any appropriate celebratory item. You can also dress them in accordance with the celebration.
What is the point of Animal Crossing?
For some, the point of Animal Crossing is escaping their reality and be in control of your own world within the video game.
Players get to design their own character the way they want, pick an island, and spent time trying to gather resources in order to make their island flourish. By picking and choosing your island and what makes up your island, you are able to build a utopia with neighbors who can become your best friends.
The main goal of the game is to try to fully upgrade your house and try to pay off the debt for each said upgrade. You are able to catch and sell bugs, fish as well as dig fossils, make friends with local animals. With animal crossing you are able to just roam free and take in the magnificent scenery around you.
Animal Crossing New Horizons uses a real clock system meaning that depending on the time it may affect your gameplay. You can find different types of fish and insects within the game depending on the time and month.
To get most of the game you will have to interact and check in with your residence as often as possible to make sure they are happy. If you begin to ignore your residence in the village, they may decide to leave your island and go elsewhere.
Animal Crossing is great for people who have free time on their hands. You can venture into the world you created and have fun doing tasks all around the island.
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