Summary
AnAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsplayer accidentally discovered a safe way to catch scorpions while playing the game casually by taking advantage of a unique exploit with one of the game’s major mechanics. The discovery quickly blew up online due to the rarity of scorpions inAnimal Crossingand the amount of in-game currency they typically sell for, which makes them a huge commodity.
Animal Crossinghas a wide variety of creatures to catch, ranging from fish and sea creatures to insects and arachnids, the most valuable of which are tarantulas and scorpions. Naturally, the rarity of scorpions is somewhat proportional to their value, as they are not only uncommon in the first place, but catching them can be a hassle since they often sting players and run away if they get too close.
This was not so for Reddit user No_Wave_8516, however, who shared a video to the officialAnimal Crossingsubreddit of their character encountering a scorpion before opening their camera, expecting to sting them and hoping to capture the moment. Surprisingly, though, instead of stinging them, the scorpion continues to chase them around the area and trap itself, allowing the player to catch it easily.
Animal Crossing Fan Makes Catching Scorpions Easier
The event came as a shock to not only the original poster, but other fans online as well, who were both surprised and seemingly grateful for the reveal, as it is likely to make their own experiences easier. Users in the comments pointed out that while the method works for scorpions and likely tarantulas, since they behave similarly, it remains to be seen whether it also works with wasps,one of the other dangerous creatures inAnimal Crossing.
While not likely an intended feature by Nintendo, this method of catching scorpions seems to be a quirk of using the camera app on the player’s phone inAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsthat pauses certain behaviors so that the player can take a photo. Certain quirks of the game’s mechanics can lead to some amusing and even sometimes useful results, like the ability tofarm fish bait materials infinitely inNew Horizons.
Despite having released over four years ago at this point,Animal Crossingplayers continue to discover new quirksand unintended features in the game, sometimes even providing new avenues of gameplay. Without any current information about a newAnimal Crossinggame from Nintendo, all players can do is keep playingNew Horizonsand see what else they can discover.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
WHERE TO PLAY
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game. 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 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.Show off your island utopia to family and friends—or pack your bags and visit theirs. Whether playing online** or with others beside you***, island living is even better when you can share it. Even without hopping on a flight, you’ll meet a cast of charming animal residents bursting with personality. Friendly faces like Tom Nook and Isabelle will lend their services and happily help you grow your budding community. Escape to your island getaway—however, whenever, and wherever you want.
