Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Hisashi Nogami, Aya Kyogoku · 2020 · Video Game
Provided a massively popular, calming, and creative escape during a global pandemic, offering a unique blend of simulation, social interaction, and self-expression that resonated deeply with a wide, all-ages audience, including middle-graders.
What it is
Players move to a deserted island and, with the help of Nook Inc., build their own community from scratch. The game emphasizes customization, crafting, fishing, bug catching, and interacting with anthropomorphic animal villagers in a relaxed, open-ended environment.
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