Japan Loves Animal Crossing: Surpasses Pokémon Red & Green with Over 8 Million Sold

As a gamer who’s been through the virtual trenches since the era of Gameboy Advance SP, I must admit that Animal Crossing: New Horizons was a beacon of hope during those isolating times of 2020. It was like finding a cozy corner in my tiny apartment during a global storm, and it’s heartwarming to see the game reaching new heights with its recent milestone of being the best-selling game ever in Japan.

Playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons may evoke memories of about half a decade ago, as that’s around the time it initially came out.

Launched on March 20, 2020, amidst the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Animal Crossing: New Horizons emerged as a comforting sanctuary for numerous gamers during their periods of isolation and quarantine. Over time, this game gained significance among countless players and attracted new followers to the series.

5 years after its release, Animal Crossing: New Horizons has shattered a significant record by selling over 8 million physical copies in Japan alone. When combined with digital sales, it has now become the top-selling video game in Japanese history, outpacing the iconic Pokemon Red and Green games as reported by Famitsu.

Amidst widespread online chatter regarding the potential Nintendo Switch 2, there remains no official word from Nintendo about a new generation Animal Crossing game. After the launch of the premium offline version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, many enthusiasts eagerly anticipate seeing how Nintendo might develop the franchise for the next generation.

For those passionate about Animal Crossing: New Horizons, there’s no need to fret about playing it only on current generation consoles. Nintendo has assured us that the new Nintendo Switch 2 will support playing games from the previous console version as well, thanks to its backward compatibility feature.

Experiencing Animal Crossing: New Horizons in 2025 on a more expansive display with oversized controllers (Joy-Cons) might offer one of the most enjoyable gaming experiences.

As a gaming enthusiast, I can’t help but marvel at the extraordinary titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Mario Odyssey, which have left an indelible mark within the Nintendo Switch generation without a single sequel to follow. It feels like these two colossal games are longing for their rightful continuations, and with the anticipated arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2, it seems only natural that they’ll finally get the sequels they truly deserve.

If you’re looking forward to ringing in 2025 with Animal Crossing: New Horizons or partying with Super Mario Jamboree, make sure to keep yourself informed about the newest gaming updates and tales by following Gfinity Esports.

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2024-12-27 14:42