Stuart Cullen
TechStomperAnimal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review - Refurbished
Published 3/2/2026
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Switch 2 - 1/15/2026
Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
A carefree new life is just beyond the horizon! Step off the plane and onto your very own deserted island where new friends, discoveries and opportunities are waiting for you. Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy the sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round. The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Animal Crossing: New Horizons uses the unique features of the console to offer even more ways to enjoy your island paradise!
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- Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 5
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- Nintendo
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The critic average is 81 across 12 scored reviews, with a 40-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Trevor Gould
Pure NintendoReview: Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Published 2/24/2026
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60
-21 vs critic avg
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Read originalWill Silberman
Digital ChumpsAnimal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Review
Published 2/6/2026
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90
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Read originalJoonatan Itkonen
Region FreeAnimal Crossing Nintendo Switch 2 Edition delivers a lovely facelift to a modern classic
Published 1/30/2026
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80
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Read originalMatt Sowinski
But Why Tho?REVIEW: ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + 3.0 Update’ Makes Island Living Better Than Ever Before
Published 1/25/2026
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Read originalLander Van der Biest
Gaming BoulevardReview: Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Published 1/24/2026
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Read originalMaddie Fisher
DualShockersAnimal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Review
Published 1/22/2026
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70
-11 vs critic avg
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Read originalBrandy Berthelson
Restart.runAnimal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Review: Coming Home
Published 1/20/2026
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Read originalJaz Sagoo
COGconnectedAnimal Crossing: New Horizons (Switch 2) Edition Review – Minimal Upgrade, Maximum Enjoyment
Published 1/19/2026
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85
+4 vs critic avg
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Read originalDayna Eileen
CGMagazineAnimal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Review
Published 1/19/2026
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