Since its release over two decades ago, theNintendo-exclusive franchise has amassed quite a following. The series has captured the hearts of players of all ages with charming characters from several animal species, relaxing gameplay that includes fishing and bug-catching, and endless customization options. Each installment brings new features and fresh experiences, typically within a few years.
However, the release of broke this pattern. Despite the longer-than-usual wait between game releases, has thrived. Many fans wonder what the future release schedule will be.
Since its initial release in 2001 on the Nintendo 64 system, has released a steady stream of games with only a few years between new releases—except, of course, when was released eight years after its predecessor,.
Luckily, though, Nintendo's schedule has mostly been just a few years between releases of the franchise. One Animal Crossing: New Horizon player debates restarting their island, losing everything they've worked towards but having more to do in-game again After the first in 2001, was released on the Nintendo DS in 2005.
came out in 2008 on the Wii, and in 2012 and 2013 on the Nintendo 3DS. Between those games there were three to four years between each release.