That’s right, it’s cross-promotion time! As we gear up for holiday launches, what better way to promote two Nintendo games than by adding a special tie-in? It’s pretty cool, we think, and makes a strange kind of sense. Animal Crossing: New Horizons players will be given a free Ring-Con to display in-game via the free fall update coming on September 30th.
It’s the perfect item to display in your virtual home, might we suggest next to your Switch and TV (you have those, right?)—and maybe it’ll look so nice you’ll be tempted to pick up a real Ring-Con for yourself by purchasing Ring Fit Adventure. If you can find one, that is, as they’ve been difficult to come by—but Nintendo is ramping up production of certain products, so we can only assume (and hope) there will be more available soon, if it’s not already.
For more Halloween fun coming to Animal Crossing, check out the trailer below, as well as this official list of everything to get hype for:
- Growing Pumpkins – Deck out your home and island for all your awesome autumnal occasions by first purchasing pumpkin starts in-game from Leif year-round or from Nook’s Cranny during October. Once your pumpkins are grown, they can be harvested and put to use in pumpkin-based DIY projects.
- Prepare for Halloween – Pumpkins are just the beginning of the Halloween-themed festivities coming to your island. With the big day just around the corner, you can start stocking up on candy early. Find your style for Halloween night by purchasing costumes, like a mage’s dress, at the Able Sisters shop during the month of October. You can even procure body paint and colored eye contacts by exchanging Nook Miles. You’ll also be able to learn Halloween DIY projects from your fellow residents. On Halloween night, your neighbors will be getting in the holiday spirit with costumes of their own.
- Halloween Night Celebrations – When Halloween night arrives on Oct. 31, after 5 p.m., neighbors will gather in the plaza, which will be adorned with an array of Halloween decorations. You’ll also receive a visit from a mysterious guest, Jack, the “czar of Halloween.” By giving Jack lollipops and candy, you’ll earn spooky in-game rewards. Be sure to save some candy for your neighbors, too, or you might get pranked! Luckily, you can learn a couple of new Reactions to properly express your feelings of fear.
- Revisiting Dreams – The ability to take a nap and visit other islands within dreams was introduced this summer. Now, you’ll be able to easily revisit dreams from a list, making it even easier to visit some of your favorite islands.***
- NookLink App Update – The NookLink Service in the Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app is also receiving an update in early October. With the update, you’ll be able to use your smart device to perform Reactions in the game.**** How about trying it out for this occasion to let your island visitors know exactly how you feel about their mischievous tricks and treats?
