Why Animal Crossing: New Horizons Attracts Millions of Players?

Published 07/23/2020, 2:05 PM EDT

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It is time to answer an age old question. A lot many players over the world has always wondered what is it with Animal Crossing. The life simulation game enjoys a massive fan following, but the real question is why?

The first Animal Crossing title was released way back in 2001. The game has exclusively been developed and published for Nintendo consoles; with the latest titles being made for Nintendo Switch. Animal Crossing series has been critically and commercially successful and has an active fan base.

What is the hype behind Animal Crossing?

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Now, the plot behind the game is simple. So, simple, several may even ask why it exists. In every game, players start off inhabiting a place. They then collect, and build. Well, you can collect various items, catch various things and on top of that, there is actual seasons according to your time zones.

But how is the game different? Well, there is no ending to the game. There are no missions you can complete like in other games. You can complete achievements but there ends the competitive integrity of Animal Crossing.

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Maybe that is why there are many to play the game. For a certain amount of players, it could be a getaway from reality; a world where you can calm yourself by doing close to nothing. The backdrop of the game is calming and for those group of people, it is just what they are looking for. End of the day, you do what’s best for your character and village.

You can spend your money on in-game items and many do so. Completing achievements are relaxing and motivating, like any other game. However, what is the point of playing a game that has no ending?

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This very game has attracted many celebrities and other personalities to take up the game. In fact, some of the most famous persons in the world are in partnerships to promote the game even further. All that has actually attracted others to try out the game.

Is this game for you?

For a lot of players, this game has been comforting, a sort of companion during their hard times. For others, they consider their village/island a zone of solitude. With much to explore, the game has also garnered fans who are keen on finding such things.

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While many games out there are violent and competitive, this one is entirely different. Not only can you calm yourself, but you could bring in your friends to have the most chilled moments in the game. Nintendo makes life easier for you that way.

This is in no way a game for every person out there. However, it stays different and provides you with a different experience, something that could just enough, especially during times such as this. When your mind is perplexed and tired after some game like Dark Souls or Call of Duty, this could be your relaxing pill.

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Hrithik Unnikrishnan

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Hrithik Unnikrishnan is an eSports and WWE author at EssentiallySports since April 2020. A journalism undergraduate with experience in creative design, Hrithik has a profound love for everything competitive. He grew up watching WWE and playing various titles like Call of Duty, FIFA, and Hitman.
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