(SA)Animal Crossing - (Q1/2) - (15 marks)

Question 1

What is the age rating of AC:NH given by PEGI?

Answer 1

3, the lowest possible age rating.

Question 2

When and why did Nintendo push back the release date for AC:NH?

Answer 2

-At the Nintendo E3 2019 press conference
-Due to ensuring employee welfare

Question 3

What was the benefit of vertical integration to Nintendo?

Answer 3

-Maximising their profits
-Maintaining market exclusivity
-Attracting a loyal fanbase of gamers

Question 4

What type of game is AC:NW?

Answer 4

-An open world simulation game which allows audiences to explore

Question 5

What did the game offer to audiences, specifically during COVID19?

Answer 5

-Offered escapism, the design, creativity and travel elements.
-Which during COVID19, audiences were searching for due to the depressing nature of day-to-day life.
-Audiences were encouraged to express their own identities throughout the fully customisable avatar tool.