New Animal Crossing: New Horizons patch released to fix broken multiplayer compatibility with Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo recently rolled out an update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and while it isn’t a significant content expansion (which many players are eagerly waiting for), this patch enhances the game to better work with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

On the newly released Switch 2, most previously available OG Switch games should function smoothly. However, some games are not compatible with the updated hardware. Fortunately, Animal Crossing: New Horizons was not among those incompatible titles. Unfortunately, it seems that multiplayer gameplay between players on both systems encountered some issues with this specific title.

New Animal Crossing: New Horizons patch notes 

New Horizons, changes have been made to enhance the game’s playability for both original Nintendo Switch users and those with the newer Nintendo Switch 2 model.

It’s unclear exactly what the problems were between the two devices, but it’s possible that certain games might exhibit unusual behavior when played on both systems.

According to the update details, they’ve enhanced the ability for playing together in multiplayer modes between the new Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch.

As a devoted gamer immersed in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, I was taken aback by the recent update news. Unlike other popular games such as Super Mario Odyssey and ARMS, which are getting resolution and frame rate enhancements for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, our beloved life simulator remains untouched by this update wave.

Moreover, it’s worth noting that New Horizons isn’t the sole game getting a makeover for better multiplayer performance; Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has too! This popular title has been updated to enhance its multiplayer capabilities, enabling seamless play between Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 systems.

It’s likely that most multiplayer games made backward compatible on the new Nintendo Switch will function smoothly in multiplayer sessions, considering the potential for errors with numerous third-party games available on the original device.

Furthermore, we’re anticipating that Animal Crossing: New Horizons might get additional support on the Nintendo Switch 2, potentially with enhanced graphics or content upgrades. Though there’s a new game coming out in the series, it seems like a pity not to continue supporting the most beloved title in the series yet.

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2025-05-28 12:10