TheAnimal Crossinggames have many events involving active participation, but there are two that breed healthy sportsmanship and are a ton of fun to take part in. With their current iteration known as C.J.’s Fishing Tourney andFlick’s Bug-Off Competition, these contests have become a popular mainstay in the franchise as they reward players for simply doing two daily activities. As great as the two already are, they can still be improved and the nextAnimal Crossinghas a chance to do that by adding one simple feature.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons' take on the Fishing Tourney and Bug-Off contest shows that there’s a way to make players compete against each other or themselves. Both events require participants to capture as many creatures as possible within three minutes to gain points. While many usually aim for the rewards obtained by getting high enough scores, some take on a more personal challenge of seeing just how many creatures they can acquire within the time limit. Since it’s shown that players are willing to do such a task, Nintendo could consider adding an online leaderboard for both events. This can elevate the status of both competitions and give players a bigger reason to participate in them.
Why the Fishing Tourney and Bug-off Should Have a Leaderboard
Having an online leaderboard seems likea great new feature for the nextAnimal Crossingand its bug and fish-catching competitions, assuming both stick to the mechanics ofNew Horizons. A few reasons why Nintendo should consider implementing it in the franchise’s next mainline entry include:
If online leaderboards are implemented, then it’s very likely that more players will look forward to both contests more than ever. Constantly checking who’s at the top and trying to become the best will give players an achievement they’ll continuously reach for, ensuring the game thrives. This isthe one big change for the nextAnimal Crossingthat Nintendo should strongly consider, as it seems like a simple yet effective step in promoting and improving both events.
The Other Benefits of Having Leaderboards in Animal Crossing
Regardless ofthe nextAnimal Crossing’s setting, it will likely still have events with a scoring system like the Bug-off or Fishing Tourney. If an online leaderboard can successfully expand the popularity of such competitions, then there is a chance that future installments will have more of them. Nintendo can take it a step further from capturing as many bugs or fish as possible to contests where players gather scattered materials in the shortest amount of time. Such ideas can give Nintendo extra opportunities to promote the franchise while giving its community more things to look forward to and do.
Having a leaderboard can also help the longevity of every mainline entry in the franchise.The nextAnimal Crossinghas a golden opportunityto implement the online feature as it’s a way to ensure that people will keep playing even after achieving the other in-game objectives. Many try to show they’re the best at something and will constantly try to outdo anyone to prove they are. With an online leaderboard, these people have a reason to give it their all in any contest to obtain bragging rights. Since it can be a never-ending cycle with players constantly trying to outdo one another, it ensures the game continues to thrive potentially even after its foreseen lifespan.
While there’s no tellingwhat’s next forAnimal CrossingafterNew Horizons, there’s hope that Nintendo will consider adding leaderboards for future entries. Other than benefiting the Bug-Off and Fishing Tourney events, it may also lead to newer content that can take the franchise to greater heights.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
WHERE TO PLAY
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.Show off your island utopia to family and friends—or pack your bags and visit theirs. Whether playing online** or with others beside you***, island living is even better when you can share it. Even without hopping on a flight, you’ll meet a cast of charming animal residents bursting with personality. Friendly faces like Tom Nook and Isabelle will lend their services and happily help you grow your budding community. Escape to your island getaway—however, whenever, and wherever you want.
