Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Reviews

Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is ranked in the 75th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7.8 / 10.0
Jan 17, 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ 3.0 update doesn’t try to reinvent the game or compete with the promise of a brand-new entry. Its greatest strength lies in understanding its community and supporting it with systems that respect the player’s time, calm, and creativity. It doesn’t deliver major narrative surprises or intense challenges, but it does offer genuine reasons to return, stay a little longer, and play without pressure. A solid, generous update that remains true to what Animal Crossing has always been: a refuge that evolves with you.

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Essential
Jan 16, 2026

Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is simply the game at its best. The 3.0 update added a surprising amount of new content and quality-of-life improvements that are truly game-changing. From streamlined crafting to improved controls and more, it would be difficult to return to the original version. While the Switch 2 upgrade itself doesn't offer much beyond 12-player multiplayer and visual boosts, it remains the definitive way to experience the game. Whether you are a returning fan or a new player, there has never been a better time to jump into the world of Animal Crossing.

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