Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition Should Remove Island Limit

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As Nintendo prepares to launch its new Switch 2 console, there’s speculation that popular games like “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” might receive a special edition tailored for the new system. Given that Nintendo is planning updates for existing Switch games to take advantage of the Switch 2’s capabilities, and without any official confirmation, it’s worth considering what a Switch 2 Edition of “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” could offer. One potential game-changer could be the introduction of a single, impactful new feature.

Instead of previous versions of “Animal Crossing” that focused on small rural towns and communities, “AC: New Horizons” revolutionized the series by allowing players to customize, develop, and adorn their own deserted island. However, although the initial game content and subsequent updates expanded the creative possibilities, “AC: New Horizons” only permitted one island per save file. But since the Switch 2 editions of “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” and its sequel, “Tears of the Kingdom”, will accommodate multiple save files, Nintendo can now address this limitation in “AC: New Horizons” as well.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Could Benefit From A Switch 2 Edition

As a dedicated fan, I’d say at its heart, Animal Crossing is all about the social simulation genre and the captivating experience of real-time gameplay. It invites us to visit our virtual world daily, interacting not just with non-player characters (NPCs), but also with fellow players. But with Animal Crossing: New Horizons and its innovative terraforming feature, it’s taken a leap beyond previous games in the series, offering unprecedented levels of creative control for these island communities.

However, while having only one town per save file in past Animal Crossing games wasn’t much of an issue, it now seems to hinder the new possibilities that New Horizons has to offer. In essence, the limitation is no longer a minor detail; it’s a challenge for the game’s promising future potential.

Similar to the post on Reddit, gamers voiced their grievances regarding the single-island constraint in Animal Crossing: New Horizons on various social media platforms. They also proposed various strategies, including starting the game anew or employing different game copies and Nintendo Switch consoles as possible solutions.

While it might seem like a departure from the usual, the Animal Crossing series could potentially expand its gameplay by enabling players to establish multiple towns, islands, or communities. This could be achieved either within the game itself or across various save files. If fans are willing to create numerous islands, Nintendo could gradually introduce this change into the Animal Crossing formula, perhaps starting with an upgraded Switch 2 Edition for New Horizons.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Switch 2 Edition Could Deliver Multiple Saves

New Horizons”‘ Airport as a means of transportation.

It’s the Perfect Time for Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Switch 2 Edition

Regardless of being launched in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, Animal Crossing: New Horizons thrived as a popular choice among gamers confined at home and loyal Nintendo enthusiasts. Although it might appear older than games like Kirby and the Forgotten Land (2022) or The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (2023), its early release in 2017, similar to Breath of the Wild, indicates that its age may not hinder its potential for a Switch 2 Edition. In fact, an upgraded version could offer a second opportunity for Animal Crossing: New Horizons on the Switch 2, providing players with entertainment until the next Animal Crossing game arrives.

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2025-05-24 05:04