Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Details Revealed by Nintendo
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– Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launches on January 15th, featuring enhanced resolution and new Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for decoration and design.
– The new edition introduces the Megaphone item for calling residents via the console’s microphone and supports expanded online play for up to 12 players.
– A free update for all New Horizons players adds a resort hotel run by Kapp’n’s family, where players can design rooms and earn exclusive collectibles.
– The update also includes Resetti’s Reset Service for island tidying and Slumber Islands, a shared dreamscape for Nintendo Switch Online members.
– New collaborations in the update allow players to collect in-game Nintendo consoles, LEGO items, and scan amiibo from Zelda and Splatoon for new characters and items.
Gamers can look forward to a revitalized island getaway with the upcoming release of Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. This enhanced version launches on January 15th, bringing a suite of new features and visual improvements to the beloved life-simulation game. A free update will also be released simultaneously for all existing players, ensuring the entire community can enjoy new content.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition elevates the core experience with enhanced resolution, making your island paradise more vibrant than ever. Enjoy classic activities like fishing on the pier or hunting for fossils with a fresh, crisp visual presentation. This edition also introduces innovative control options, supporting Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for precise tasks like interior decorating and creating custom patterns. A fun new addition is the Megaphone item, which allows you to call out to your animal neighbors using the console’s built-in microphone.
Multiplayer and social features receive a significant boost. When playing with others who own the Switch 2 Edition, online sessions can support up to 12 players with GameChat functionality. Local wireless play accommodates up to eight islanders. For a more personal touch, connecting a compatible USB camera enables CameraPlay, letting up to four players see each other’s live reactions directly within the game.
Owners of the original Nintendo Switch version are not left behind. They have the option to purchase a separate upgrade pack to access all the graphical and control enhancements of the new edition. Furthermore, the free software update provides substantial new content for everyone, regardless of which version they play.
This update introduces a major new location: a resort hotel managed by Kapp’n’s family. Here, players can design themed guest rooms, provide outfits to visiting tourists, and craft local DIY goods to deliver. Completing these tasks earns tickets that can be exchanged for exclusive items at the hotel’s souvenir shop. Nintendo Switch Online members gain access to Slumber Islands, a shared dreamscape they can customize and explore with friends.
The update also adds practical tools, including Resetti’s Reset Service for quickly organizing and tidying your island. New collaborations bring fresh collectibles into the game. Players can find in-game Nintendo consoles to decorate their homes, and Switch Online members can even play select classic games on these virtual devices. LEGO items will make their debut, and scanning specific amiibo figures from series like The Legend of Zelda and Splatoon will invite special characters to your island and unlock themed items.
(Source: My Nintendo News)
