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Nintendo Revives Animal Crossing: New Horizons With Switch 2 Edition and Free 3.0 Update on Jan. 15

The two-track rollout marks the game's first major expansion since 2021.

Overview

  • The Switch 2 Edition launches for $64.99 with a $4.99 upgrade for existing owners, and pre-orders for the paid upgrade are live on the My Nintendo Store and Nintendo eShop.
  • Switch 2 features include 4K TV mode capped at 30fps, Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, a mic-enabled megaphone to locate residents, CameraPlay video chat, and online sessions for up to 12 players.
  • Some multiplayer and camera features require all participants to use the Switch 2 Edition, while the Version 3.0 content is free on both Switch and Switch 2.
  • The free update adds a resort hotel run by Kapp’n’s family, Slumber Island for collaborative builds for Nintendo Switch Online members, a Reset Service from Resetti, and expanded home storage to 9,000 items including trees and shrubs.
  • New collaborations bring LEGO furniture and outfits, Zelda and Splatoon amiibo content, and in-game Nintendo consoles with playable classic titles for Switch Online subscribers.