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Here’s a list of mainline Animal Crossing games and their release dates:
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Animal Crossing (originally released as "Doubutu no Mori" in Japan)
- Japan: April 14, 2001
- North America: September 15, 2002
- Europe: March 14, 2003
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Animal Crossing: Wild World
- Japan: November 23, 2005
- North America: December 5, 2005
- Europe: March 31, 2006
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Animal Crossing: City Folk (also known as "Animal Crossing: Let's Go to the City" in Europe)
- Japan: November 16, 2008
- North America: November 16, 2008
- Europe: December 5, 2008
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Animal Crossing: New Leaf
- Japan: November 8, 2012
- North America: June 9, 2013
- Europe: June 14, 2013
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Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer
- Japan: July 30, 2015
- North America: September 25, 2015
- Europe: October 2, 2015
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Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festival
- Japan: November 21, 2015
- North America: November 13, 2015
- Europe: November 20, 2015
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
- Worldwide: March 20, 2020
In addition to these main titles, there have been various spinoffs and mobile games, such as Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp (released in 2017), and various seasonal updates and events for Animal Crossing: New Horizons that expand its content significantly.
If you're interested in specific features or gameplay mechanics for any of these titles, let me know!
Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festival is a party game released for the Wii U in November 2015. Unlike the mainline Animal Crossing games, which focus on open-ended life simulation, Amiibo Festival is structured more like a board game. Here are some key features:
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Amiibo Integration: The game is designed to work with Animal Crossing Amiibo figures. Players can use these Amiibo to bring characters into the game and influence the game board.
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Board Game Mechanics: Players move around a board, similar to games like Monopoly. They take turns rolling dice and progressing through various spaces, with different events occurring based on the spaces landed on.
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Mini-Games: There are various mini-games that players can partake in, and these are often tied to scoring points or rewarding items.
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Seasons and Events: The game has seasonal themes and events, reflecting the various holidays and changes that occur in the Animal Crossing universe.
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Focus on Social Play: It's meant to be a multiplayer experience, supporting up to four players, and is more about fun and interaction than deep gameplay mechanics.
Overall, while it has the charming aesthetic and characters of the Animal Crossing series, Amiibo Festival received mixed reviews due to its gameplay style, which differs significantly from what fans might expect from the franchise. If you enjoy party games or have friends who are into social gaming, it could be fun to try it out! Otherwise, some players found it less appealing than the more traditional Animal Crossing experiences.
As of my last knowledge update in October 2023, Nintendo had not officially announced any new mainline Animal Crossing games following Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which launched in March 2020. However, the success of New Horizons and its continued updates suggested that there could be future content or new games in the franchise.
Nintendo often keeps its upcoming projects under wraps until they're ready for announcement, so it's always possible that new titles or spin-offs could be in development. The company frequently uses Direct presentations to reveal new games, and fans of the series keep an eye out for announcements regarding any potential sequels or expansions.
For the most current information, I recommend checking official Nintendo sources, such as their website or social media channels, for any announcements concerning future Animal Crossing games or collaborations. If you're interested in any specific features or ideas you hope to see in future Animal Crossing titles, feel free to share!