Step into a brighter, more connected island life with Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition — the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive that unlocks enhanced visuals, smarter creative control, and bigger social possibilities. This edition is playable only on Nintendo Switch 2. If you drop the game card into a standard Nintendo Switch, you’ll still enjoy the classic Nintendo Switch version without the exclusive Switch 2 features. And if you already own Animal Crossing: New Horizons for Nintendo Switch, you can upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition with the upgrade pack to access the full experience.
What makes the Switch 2 Edition uniquely yours
- Deserted Island Getaway Package, reimagined — A sunlit, carefree new life awaits as you step off the plane onto your own island full of new friends, discoveries, and opportunities.
- Stunning 4K resolution — See your island and its residents with unprecedented clarity on Nintendo Switch 2, bringing every palm frond, shoreline sparkle, and character detail to life.
- Mouse-style controls for creative precision — Use the Joy-Con 2 controller’s intuitive mouse-like options to redecorate rooms, tune furniture layouts, craft Custom Designs, and even draw bulletin-board posts with surgical precision.
- Megaphone — a new way to connect — Buy the Megaphone from Nook’s Cranny and call out to island residents. The built-in microphone on Nintendo Switch 2 helps you locate friends who might be nearby or spread across your island, making meetups feel effortless.
- Expanded multiplayer — Up to 12 players can share one island online, or up to eight players can play locally. GameChat lets you chat with friends in real time, while a compatible USB-C camera (sold separately) lets everyone see your expressions as you play.
What’s included and how it elevates your island life
- Enhanced resolution for crisper landscapes, more vivid sunsets, and clearer character expressions during island tours and shopping trips.
- Mouse controls support that target decorating and design tasks with accuracy, making home styling and custom artwork feel natural and responsive.
- New item: Megaphone to locate friends and coordinate gatherings, turning spontaneous island meetups into shared adventures.
- Enhanced multiplayer features for bigger island communities, smoother online sessions, and richer in-game social play with GameChat integration.
- Deserted Island Getaway Package theme — a fresh narrative frame for your island life, inviting creative exploration and new opportunities at every turn.
Is this edition right for you?
Ideal for dedicated Animal Crossing fans who crave higher fidelity visuals, more precise creative control, and expansive social play, all optimized for Nintendo Switch 2. It’s also perfect for players who want to elevate existing island saves with richer multiplayer experiences and new in-game tools. If you’re upgrading from the original Nintendo Switch version, the upgrade pack unlocks the Switch 2-exclusive features so your island life can evolve in tandem with your console’s capabilities.
Tips to get the most from Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition
- Plan room layouts with mouse-style controls first, then fine-tune with traditional button inputs for perfect furniture alignment.
- Coordinate island events and friend visits using the Megaphone to maximize your social sessions and resource sharing.
- Invite larger online gatherings to take advantage of the 12-player limit—great for island tours, shop hops, and design showcases.
- Consider a USB-C camera setup if you want to share real-time expressions with friends during joint island projects.
With Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Edition, your island becomes more than a place to visit — it becomes a living, shared universe where creativity, friendship, and discovery flourish in 4K clarity. Embrace the Deserted Island Getaway, explore new ways to play, and watch your community grow one sunrise at a time.