Best 'Animal Crossing' Titles of All Time [Updated]

The "Animal Crossing" franchise has been existing for more than two decades. Ths casual video game title features a peaceful life simulator that allows you to walk your cat or dog or do other routines with your pet.

Over the past years, the game has evolved, and new mechanics have been added for its improvement. Several spin-offs were introduced aside from the five main games.

Here are the best "Animal Crossing" titles you need to play right now.

Best 'Animal Crossing' Titles of All Time

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Here are the best "Animal Crossing" titles that you need to play right now!

From the classic "Animal Crossing" title to the most modern one, a game fan might have already tried the other versions of the said title.

Initially, the game was only playable on GameCube, one of the earliest Nintendo consoles. As the franchise expands, its console has evolved, and even the in-game graphics and gameplay.

'Animal Crossing' (Nintendo GameCube/64)

If you have played the most classic "Animal Crossing" of all time, it's good to have a throwback to the 2001 version dubbed "Dobutsu no Mori."

According to Collider, it's the pioneer game of the franchise. It was launched more than 20 years ago to select consoles such as Nintendo 64 and GameCube.

The graphics are aligned to the theme, although it's basic at first glance. For its music, it packs some punch for sim players who enjoy island life.

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'Animal Crossing: Wild World (DS)

Once a villager will always be a villager in "Animal Crossing." If you want a mix of sweet gameplay with a casual touch, the "Wild Word" version is a must-play for every player.

This is when the avid gamers start embracing the beauty of the touch screen. It's noteworthy to mention that fans really enjoy the day-and-night cycle in the game.

When "Animal Crossing" went to DS, the series became even more popular. Since then, the bandwagon fever for the game has expanded.

'Animal Crossing: New Leaf' (3DS)

The improved version of the popular sim game finally arrived on Nintendo 3DS a few years ago. The "New Leaf" version features more polished graphics and gameplay, as well as changes in daily activities.

The 3DS console also sports a more exciting gameplay thanks to the SpotPass feature.

'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' (Switch)

Per Nintendo Life, the best "Animal Crossing" game up to this date is the newest title -- "New Horizons." It's no wonder how this game excels in capturing the heart of "Animal Crossing" players who grew up with the game.

This game will welcome you to a never-before-seen nostalgia mixed with a modern touch of new-gen mechanics. On top of that, it continues to impress the fans with its casual theme for players who just want to relax while playing a virtual game on the go.

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Written by Joseph Henry