Surprise! Nintendo dropped Animal Crossing: New Horizons' first update in nearly three years.
While it's not exactly earth-shattering – the patch notes simply mention "improved multiplayer compatibility between Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch" – this marks the game's first backend refresh since November 2022.
The exact meaning of "improved compatibility" remains unclear, but we're guessing it ensures smooth cross-platform island visits between Switch and Switch 2 players.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons will indeed work on Switch 2, though unlike games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom or Kirby and the Forgotten Land, it won't receive a dedicated Switch 2 Edition. Good news for players upgrading next week – unlike some problematic titles we've heard about.
This charming life sim lets you escape to your own deserted island paradise, complete with endless customization and community building. Four years after launch, it still holds a spot on our Top 25 Best Nintendo Switch Games in 2025 list. Our review praised it with an impressive 9/10 score, calling it "a masterful evolution of Nintendo's beloved franchise packed with delightful surprises."
