UK news publication The Guardian have published their annual Game of the Year list and this year is no different. The picks were put together by veteran video games journalist Keza MacDonald and the rest of The Guardian Games team. It's a solid list if you are a multiplatform owner and the game which came up trumps for 2020 was the adorable Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch. You can read their full thoughts on each pick in the feature here.
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If your friends like what you've done, they may even give you kudos! The great outdoors has so much to offer! Notes: This game is free to start, with in-app purchases available. Internet connectivity is required to play Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. Data charges may apply. May include advertising. Colder weather may be arriving, but luckily, it's also ushering in warm holiday cheer in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game for the Nintendo Switch system. Alongside the auburn-colored maple.
15. Spelunky 2
14. Among Us
13. Spiritfarer
12. If Found…
11. Spider-Man: Miles Morales
10. Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout
9. Doom Eternal
8. Yakuza: Like a Dragon
7. Microsoft Flight Simulator
6. Kentucky Route Zero
5. Ori and the Will of the Wisps
4. Demon's Souls
3. The Last of Us Part II
2. Hades
1. Animal Crossing: New Horizons
The star game of lockdown, the deserted-island alternate-life simulator that provided an outlet for millions of players' creativity, let us all hang out with our friends, and birthed a thousand memes. Animal Crossing has always been good but this version arrived at just the right time, offering us a soothing escape from a real world that was becoming scary and unpredictable. For many, 2020 will be remembered as the Animal Crossingyear as much as the pandemic year.
What we said: 'The absence of noise and urgency on my little island has made it a vital sanctuary, and it looks as if it will be greatly needed in the weeks and months to come.'
Bundle up, it's sweater weather! Colder weather may be arriving, but luckily, it's also ushering in warm holiday cheer in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game for the Nintendo Switch system. Alongside the auburn-colored maple leaves that are beginning to drift down from the trees, islands located in the Northern Hemisphere will be visited by tranquil blankets of snow. Plus, on Nov. 19, a free update* will arrive for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, introducing holiday events and enhancements, giving you opportunities to connect** with friends and family and enjoy island life together with your Animal Crossing: New Horizons residents.
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If you're looking to spend quality holiday time with friends and family virtually, special occasions*** such as Turkey Day on Nov. 26 and Toy Day on Dec. 24 will be added with the new update, delivering holiday events that can be experienced with others. It's a great time of year to welcome visitors over and show off your island while enjoying each other's company. The winter update also brings new Reactions and hairstyles to Animal Crossing: New Horizons, an upgrade option for expanded in-game home item storage, and save data transfer capabilities.*
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Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.
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Show off your island utopia to family and friends—or pack your bags and visit theirs. Whether playing online* or with others beside you**, island living is even better when you can share it. Even without hopping on a flight, you'll meet a cast of charming animal residents bursting with personality. Friendly faces like Tom Nook and Isabelle will lend their services and happily help you grow your budding community. Escape to your island getaway—however, whenever, and wherever you want.
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- Build your community from scratch on a deserted island brimming with possibility
- Create your personal getaway and customize your character, home, decorations, and even the landscape itself
- Collect materials to construct everything from furniture to tools! Then, use what you create to give your island a personal touch
- Watch as the time of day and seasons match real life—even your hemisphere! Each day holds potential for surprises and discoveries
- Get to know the island residents, garden, fish, decorate, hunt for fossils, and more!
- Show off your paradise – play on the same system with a total of 4 people**, or play together online* or over local wireless** for fun with up to 8 players
