Animal CrossingSimulation
Animal Crossing: New Leaf
Developer: Nintendo · Published by Nintendo · 2013
Become mayor of a charming town that runs in real time.
About This Game
Animal Crossing: New Leaf is a 2013 life-simulation game by Nintendo for the 3DS. This time you arrive as the town's mayor, customizing your village with public works and ordinances while fishing, bug-catching, decorating and befriending animal villagers in real time. It's a relaxing, open-ended game for all ages.
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POCG Review
4.5
Excellent
Review Verdict
Animal Crossing: New Leaf
A relaxing, all-ages life sim that makes you mayor of a charming real-time town. Endlessly replayable and full of personality.
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Original Hardware
A Nintendo 3DS, in digital or cartridge form.
Modern Re-release
Playable on any 3DS family system; the 'Welcome amiibo' update added extra features.