In March 2020, amid the upheaval from the COVID-19 pandemic, many found solace in the video game Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The game's soothing gameplay became essential for relaxation and connection in a time of uncertainty. With its strong multiplayer system, players forged bonds through sharing friend codes and visiting each other's islands, creating a uniquely intimate experience. The game has since become a major success for Nintendo, ranking as its second-best-selling title. Consequently, New Horizons not only provided escapism but also a sense of community, even in the face of social distancing.
As the world started to spin apart due to the COVID-19 pandemic, solace took an unexpected form for many gamers: Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
The thirst for relaxation in 2020 was dire, and the masses converged on New Horizons, a veritable geyser of joy.
Trading friend codes felt, dare I say it, cool for a while.
It felt strangely intimate and vulnerable to show your virtual home to visitors, hoping that they’d admire your interior design chops.
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