ThoughAnimal Crossing: New Horizonshas been out for a few months, the game continues to see play thanks to major content additions such as this July’sSummer Update - Wave 1that put in swimming, diving, and sea creatures. That mechanic actually returns from the 3DS entryAnimal Crossing: New Leaf, which also introduced fan-favorite character Isabelle, now back to being the figurehead for the series' official Twitter account.
When the marketing forNew Horizonswas in full swing, Tom Nook took over theAnimal CrossingTwitter account to advertise his island getaway package, the inciting crux of the game’s adventure that brings players to the deserted island they can decorate to their heart’s content. Starting this month, Isabelle is back in charge according to a Tweet that cleverly plays it as part of her job while running the in-game Resident Services.
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While Tom Nook is probably a better representative for the series, having made an appearance in every game since the original GameCube title with anarguably kinder demeanor each time, Isabelle’s explosion of popularity thanks toNew Leafmakes her a perfect icon for the social media era. That said, many in the comments of her return have complained about the restricted role Isabelle has inNew Horizonsthat leaves her without any real news to discuss more often than not.
Regardless of one’s thoughts about Isabelle’s position in Resident Services, the popular Nintendo Switch game has only continued to grow in scope since March.New Horizonswas the fastest-selling game on the console, and as of now it is also thebest-selling physical game in Japan— even surpassingSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate.
The larger updates that have been coming toNew Horizonsare just one reason the game has retained its fanbase, as its inherent structure means there is more content to find every month. For instance, July in the northern hemisphere has brought with it a myriad of cicadas and beetles, some of which have formed a kind ofbug fight club in the museum.
Following the swimming update,Animal Crossingdevs have teased a second new addition for the summer coming in August. Those who want to find out more about what that will entail as theycatch all the new sea creaturesshould watch the game’s social media feed, even if Isabelle might spend a couple days talking about her favorite television shows.
Animal Crossing: New Horizonsis available now on Nintendo Switch.
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