Ahead of Switch 2's imminent release, Nintendo has updated New Horizons for better multiplayer compatibility between Switch and Switch 2

May 28, 2025 | 02:43am

Ahead Of Switch 2's Launch, Animal Crossing: New Horizons Gets First Update In Years

Ahead of Switch 2's imminent release, Nintendo has updated New Horizons for better multiplayer compatibility between Switch and Switch 2

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Prior to this, its last update came back in November 2022, when Nintendo wrapped up its ongoing support for the game. New Horizons originally launched in March 2020 at the onset of widespread lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic, which supercharged its popularity. However, despite its adoption rate by Switch owners, Nintendo has not announced plans for a specific Switch 2 version of the game, unlike other headliners such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.

Ahead of the hotly anticipated launch of Switch 2 next week, a steady stream of news about the console has emerged. For example, Nintendo has gradually revealed the cross-platform games that are getting Switch 2 enhanced editions. Relatedly, Pokemon Legends: Z-A comes out in October for both consoles, and the Switch 2 version will have improved graphics and performance.

Every Game Getting "Switch 2 Edition" Enhanced Versions