Ahoy, Hero of Time (or should I say, Island Resident)!
Big news has landed on the shores of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and if you’re a The Legend of Zelda fan, you’re going to want to pack your bags and move back to your island immediately!
The massive new content update arriving on January 15th is bringing some truly legendary characters and items from Hyrule to your getaway.
New Zelda Items and Friends Arrive!
Get ready to give your island an ancient Hylian makeover. By tapping your compatible The Legend of Zelda series amiibo, you can unlock incredible new furniture and fashion items inspired by the series, including the iconic Triforce and the new Zonai authentication crest!
But the most exciting news? Two beloved characters from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are sailing to your island: Tulin and Mineru!
Yes! You can now meet the Rito Sage of Wind and the Sage of Spirit right on your home island. And, of course, what’s better than a visit? You can invite them to come live on your island and become permanent residents! Imagine catching a fish with Mineru or watching Tulin soar over your plaza.
A Whole New Horizon on Nintendo Switch 2
If you’re planning to upgrade to the new Nintendo Switch 2 system, you’ll be able to grab the Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. This version is packed with enhancements to make your island life shine:
- Gorgeous 4K Graphics: Enjoy your palm trees and flowers in stunning 4K resolution (in TV mode)!
- Mouse Controls: Get precision when decorating indoors and designing Custom Designs using the right Joy-Con 2 controller.
- Megaphone Calling: Need to find a villager? Just call out their name using the new in-game megaphone and the Switch 2’s built-in mic!
- Bigger Online Play: Invite up to 12 players for massive online island sessions.
- CameraPlay: Connect a compatible USB camera and see your friends’ reactions right in the game!
The new edition will be available for $64.99 MSRP, and if you already own the original game, you can snag a paid upgrade pack for just $4.99 MSRP.
Free Update for Everyone: Your Island Just Got Better!
Don’t worry, Nintendo Switch players—you’re getting a huge piece of the action, too! A free content update arrives for both versions of the game on January 15th, bringing new activities and convenience.
- Kapp’n’s Resort Hotel: The sea shanty singing family is back! Help Kapp’n’s relatives run a new resort hotel on the pier by decorating guest rooms and discovering new souvenir items.
- Island Convenience: Tired of a messy island? Resetti is offering a handy Reset Service to tidy up! Plus, you can now upgrade your home storage to a massive 9,000 items and even store your trees, shrubs, and flowers!
- Slumber Island: A huge perk for Nintendo Switch Online members! You can now design and save up to three unique “Slumber Islands” to play collaboratively with friends online.
- Awesome Collaborations (Aside from Zelda!): Look out for new in-game Nintendo items like the Ultra Hand, classic Nintendo consoles, and brand-new LEGO® items! You can even unlock new content using select The Legend of Zelda and Splatoon amiibo.
Get ready to sail into the new year with a fresh, exciting island life! Mark your calendars for January 15th—it’s going to be a huge day for Animal Crossing!
Source: Nintendo News Press
