
As a dedicated Animal Crossing gamer, I can’t help but feel a pang of disappointment when I reflect on New Horizons. With over 40 million copies sold, making it the second-best-selling Switch title ever, its popularity and financial success are undeniable. However, in contrast to its predecessor, it seems that New Horizons didn’t receive the same level of long-term support post-launch. After its last major content update and the release of Happy Home Paradise DLC in November 2021, the game has largely fallen silent.
The decision to halt significant updates left fans scratching their heads, particularly given New Horizons’ incredible success as a title. The announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch date only serves to heighten the anticipation and longing among Animal Crossing fans for new content.
Though Nintendo has been typically tight-lipped about future plans for Animal Crossing, the advent of the Switch 2 offers a glimmer of hope to a fandom yearning for fresh experiences.