Animal Crossing Flashcards
What franchise does Animal Crossing: New Horizons belong to?
A franchise of video games developed and published by Nintendo
Who conceptualized and created Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
Katsuya Eguchi and Hisashi Nogami
When was Animal Crossing: New Horizons released?
March 2020
What milestone did Animal Crossing: New Horizons achieve in digital sales?
First console game to reach five million digital sales within a month
Why were the sales of Animal Crossing: New Horizons high?
Attributed to social distancing and stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic
What award did Animal Crossing: New Horizons win at The Game Awards 2020?
Best Family Game
How many copies of Animal Crossing: New Horizons were sold within its first six weeks?
37.62 million sales
What was the estimated gross revenue of Animal Crossing: New Horizons in its first year?
$2 billion
Define ‘digitally convergent media’
Devices that can access multiple media forms, including gaming, social media, and streaming
What does the term ‘production’ refer to in media studies?
All phases of designing, developing, and making the media product
What does ‘distribution’ entail in the context of media?
Processes linked to delivering the media product to audiences
What is the value of the consumer game software market in 2021 according to UKIE?
£4.28bn
What was the percentage growth of the consumer game software market from 2019 to 2021?
11.4%
What is the significance of the golden age of video games?
Combined revenue of US arcade and home video games peaked at US$11.8 billion between 1978 and 1983
What are some criticisms of the video game market in the 1980s?
Rival consoles, poorly designed games, and lack of quality control
What is a franchise in media?
A series of games linked by character, theme, or multiverse
What is the gameplay objective in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
Bringing civilization to a deserted island
How does Animal Crossing: New Horizons structure its gameplay?
Few set missions, freedom to play at their own speed
What feature allows players to experience in-game time in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
Follows the circadian rhythm of a real-world day
What multiplayer options does Animal Crossing: New Horizons offer?
Party Play, Wireless Play, Online Play
True or False: Animal Crossing: New Horizons offers micro-transactions or loot boxes.
False
What is the limitation regarding save files in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
Only one game can be saved per console
What is the critical reception rating of Animal Crossing: New Horizons on Amazon?
4.8 out of 5
What major awards did Animal Crossing: New Horizons win?
- BAFTAs 2021: Game Beyond Entertainment
- BAFTAs 2021: Best Multiplayer
- AIAS DICE Awards 2021: Family Game of the Year
- Golden Joystick Awards 2020: Nintendo Game of the Year
- NAVGTR Awards 2021: Game, Franchise Family
- The Game Awards 2020: Best Family Game
What is a key feature of the production process for Nintendo games?
Development is kept in-house to maximize profits
What is the PEGI rating for Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
PEGI 3
What does the term ‘consumption’ refer to in media studies?
How audiences use media products for pleasure and the rise of user-generated content
What type of content is often shared by prosumers in relation to Animal Crossing?
- Tips and tricks
- Walkthroughs
- Reviews or commentaries
Fill in the blank: Animal Crossing: New Horizons is exclusive to the _______ platform.
Nintendo Switch
What is the PEGI rating for Animal Crossing?
PEGI 3
This rating indicates that the game is suitable for all ages.
What does the ESRB rate Animal Crossing?
E (suitable for everyone)
ESRB uses different criteria than PEGI for rating games.
What has contributed to the global and commercial success of Animal Crossing?
High-profile praise and a large following
Several wikis and fan accounts discuss updates and tips.
How are mobile and hand-held devices impacting the sales of Animal Crossing?
Driving sales forward by appealing to a new generation of gamers
Many gamers prefer hand-held devices over traditional consoles.
What is a significant feature of Animal Crossing that appeals to diverse audiences?
Customization of characters and avatars
Players can personalize their in-game experience significantly.
How has Animal Crossing been used for social activism?
Gamers staged in-game protests wearing Black Lives Matter caps
This demonstrates the game’s capacity for community engagement.
