Nintendo Ends Animal Crossing Mobile Game, Plans New Paid Version

Nintendo has announced the upcoming shutdown of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, which will take place on November 29, 2024, marking the end of its seven-year run since its launch on mobile devices. While the game has captured the hearts of many players, Nintendo intends to replace it with a paid offline version that will allow users to transfer their save data. This new app will maintain the core gameplay mechanics but eliminate in-app purchases and online features, such as Market Boxes and Leaf Tickets. Pricing and release details for this offline version are expected to be shared in October 2024. The response from the community has been mixed, with some expressing sadness over Pocket Camp’s closure and others appreciating the chance to continue playing in a new format.

Your save data can be transferred to the new paid offline version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, ensuring that you can continue your gaming experience without losing progress.

Launched in 2017, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp brought the beloved life simulation series to mobile platforms. While the game received positive reviews and had a dedicated player base, Nintendo's past ventures into mobile gaming have seen varied success. The company has shifted focus towards its flagship console games, particularly following the explosion of interest in Animal Crossing: New Horizons during the pandemic. As fans eagerly await news of future entries in the franchise, the impending transition from Pocket Camp to an offline version represents a significant moment for the series' mobile gaming journey.