Summary
AnAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsplayer has made aMario Party-themed board that’s a surprisingly accurate representation of the Nintendo party game.Animal Crossing: New Horizonsgives players tools to shape their island as they see fit, and this player has built an awesome tribute to the other Nintendo powerhouse title.
Animal Crossingisn’t a complete stranger to party games itself.Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festivalcame out back in 2015, which tried to take on the party board game phenomenon for itself, with amiibo integration. However,Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festivalwasn’t well-received, with critics and fans calling it cute but not exciting or particularly fun to play. Its launch on the struggling Wii U probably didn’t help matters any, and the series hasn’t returned to the party formula since. However, fans are always free to create their own party games inAnimal Crossing.
Animal Crossing: New Horizonsplayer puppiggy shared their island development with fellow fans on Reddit. The video they uploaded shows their villager briefly running around the island, which has been decorated with a number of Mario-themed motifs, objects, and decorations set up. The ground has a series of colored circles denoting spots that players would move across, with threats ofThwompshanging over head and shells spinning around. Mystery Blocks and a Star are also visible, and the entire course loops around to the beginning, completing the run.
Plenty ofAnimal CrossingandMario Partyfans have been enthusiastic about puppiggy’s work, talking about how well done it is. One fan said that the creation had brought a big smile to their face, while another compared it toAmiibo Festival, saying that the fan’s creation looked like it would be more fun than the actualAnimal Crossingparty title.
Animal Crossing Creativity Keeps it Going
Although updates forAnimal Crossing: New Horizonshave long come to an end and some fans are waiting for the next game, many players continue to enjoyNew Horizons. The tools and options available toNew Horizonsplayers are arguably the most extensive the series has ever seen, and players keep finding new ways to customize their islands in ways that make them fun and interesting all over again.
For now, it remains to be seenhow Nintendo will tackle theAnimal Crossingseries going forward. Whatever game followsNew Horizonswill have to do something to build upon its formula in exciting new ways if Nintendo hopes to match the popularity of the title.
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.
