New Horizons originally launched on 20th March 2020, and it's no surprise that it became one of the biggest games of the COVID-19 pandemic, with its idyllic island communities (and its surprisingly compelling turnip economy) providing some excellent escapism when we needed it most.
Of course, many of us are hoping that a new Animal Crossing game is on the way. But until Nintendo announces that, a big new update and a Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade will do nicely. Let's get to explaining when these things are coming and what the difference is between them, shall we?
When is the Animal Crossing Nintendo Switch 2 Edition release date?
Nintendo confirmed this date on its official channels, and the Switch 2 Edition of the game is available to wishlist now on the Nintendo eShop.
If you don't have the base game, you can buy the Switch 2 Edition for £54.99.
The trailer below was used to announce the Switch 2 Edition, as well as the free update to the base game. For more info on both of those things, keep on reading!
View oEmbed on the source websiteYep, just to make things nice and easy to understand, Nintendo has opted to launch both of these things on the very same day.
It's a little bit sad that fans of the franchise will have to wait until after Christmas to receive this free gift, but hey, it's nice that the game is still being supported at all this long after its launch.
What to expect from the Animal Crossing Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
The Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition's will have "enhanced resolution", allowing the game to go up to 4K when the console is docked. This will mean smoother graphics, as you can see the image above.
There is also a new item, the Megaphone, which will allow you to "find your island friends by calling out their names". It will work with the Switch 2 console's built-in microphone.
You'll also be able to use the Nintendo Switch 2's Game Chat feature in this new version, as well as the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera (sold separately).
What to expect from the Animal Crossing free update v3.0
So, if you're still playing on Switch 1 for the time being, and you're not quite tempted enough to buy a Nintendo Switch 2, what can you expect to get from this shiny new update?
At the hotel, you will be able to buy Nintendo-themed items like the NES and the Game Boy. If you have a Switch Online membership, you can even play games on them!
And with additional Amiibo support being added in the update, you can get Zelda and Splatoon-themed items if you have the relevant Amiibo figures.
The Dream Islands system has also been upgraded. You can now have up to four Slumber Islands on the go while you sleep.
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