Overview
- The free Ver. 3.0.0 update became available on January 14, and the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launched January 15 at $64.99 alongside a $4.99 upgrade option for existing players.
- The new pier resort hotel run by Kapp’n’s family lets players design guest rooms, earn Hotel Tickets, and shop exclusive souvenirs, with visitors roaming the island as temporary tourists.
- Slumber Islands add up to three sandbox islands for collaborative decorating; access requires Nintendo Switch Online and a letter from Luna before play begins.
- Quality-of-life additions include batch crafting up to 10 items, using DIY materials directly from home storage, expanded storage capacity to 9,000 items, precise per‑tile movement by holding L, and the return of Resetti with a reset service.
- Amiibo support unlocks Legend of Zelda and Splatoon villagers and items, and the Switch 2 Edition adds higher‑resolution visuals, mouse‑style Joy‑Con 2 controls, a microphone‑powered megaphone, online sessions for up to 12 players, and CameraPlay/GameChat.