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Animal Crossing: New Horizons, a standout title from the Nintendo Switch generation, is set to launch a Switch 2 Edition featuring enhanced performance and additional content on January 15, 2026. Traditionally, upgrades to Switch 2 for first-party titles have been priced between $10-$20, whereas New Horizons will only cost $5 for the upgrade. Moreover, Nintendo is introducing a new physical version of Animal Crossing: New Horizons for Switch 2. Consistent with all first-party games, the comprehensive game file is saved on the Switch 2 card. You can secure a preorder for New Horizons for Nintendo Switch 2 at $65 on Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition
$65 | Launches January 15, 2026
The Switch 2 version of Animal Crossing: New Horizons boasts an enhanced resolution and quicker loading times. The game will likewise leverage Switch 2 capabilities, featuring support for mouse controls with the right Joy-Con to facilitate a more fluid expression of creativity. Additionally, CameraPlay and GameChat can be utilized to engage with fellow islanders. A new addition is the megaphone, allowing players to use the Switch 2 microphone to call out to nearby inhabitants and receive responses.
Online support is expanding from eight to 12 players, complemented by a free update that will introduce the Resort Hotel, Slumber Island, and even Lego furniture. Gamers will also have the opportunity to visit a resort managed by Kapp’n and his family, where assisting them could lead to acquiring retro Nintendo devices and toys to adorn your home. Similar to the GameCube version of Animal Crossing, you will be able to enjoy retro games within your villager’s residence—if you possess a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Nintendo has affirmed support for Game Boy, NES, and SNES Switch Online titles.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons: The Official Complete Guide
$55
It is important to mention that the official Animal Crossing: New Horizons strategy guide remains available in print. Released by Future Press in June 2023, this 688-page hardcover manual serves as the most exhaustive resource for Nintendo’s picturesque island life simulation. Although it doesn’t encompass the new content from the anticipated 3.0 update, it adequately details everything present in the game now, including the Happy Home Paradise expansion. Ensure you purchase The Official Complete Guide, and not the original Companion Guide from 2020. The updated guide features about 250 pages of new insights and updates throughout.
With its high-quality pages and vibrant illustrations, this book will aid you in maximizing your island escape with practical tips, informative explanations, and engaging diagrams. It also serves as a delightful collectible and display item.
article for devoted Animal Crossing enthusiasts.
Nintendo Switch 2 possessors on the hunt for titles to enjoy this festive season have an array of thrilling recent and forthcoming Nintendo exclusives to explore. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, the newest Dynasty Warriors x The Legend of Zelda hack-and-slash title, launches on November 6 exclusively for Switch 2. On November 20, Kirby Air Riders and the retail edition of Hades II–a timed exclusive for Switch 2–will hit the shelves. The highlight for December is the highly anticipated Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, set to be accessible for both Switch and Switch 2.
Switch and Switch 2 possessors are encouraged to also explore Nintendo’s two significant October launches, Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2.
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