Animal Crossing’s big 3.0 update has fans itching to return to the cozy life
The Verge • • technology
Key Points:
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons, released in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, became a popular virtual gathering space and has received periodic updates, with the upcoming 3.0 update coinciding with the launch of the Switch 2 console.
- The 3.0 update introduces new features such as mouse controls, 12-player online co-op, multiple item creation, the Slumber Islands, and improved player movement, aiming to enhance gameplay and address previous criticisms about villagers' lifelessness.
- Fans like YouTubers Soleil and Fernando, longtime players of the series, are excited for new content including Zelda-themed items and multiplayer decoration, though they express mixed feelings about the villagers and the challenge of potentially resetting their islands.
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