Among a growing number of complaints that there has been nothing to do in life simulation game Animal Crossing: New Horizons for a while now, Nintendo has confirmed that their first free update of the summer is due to go live on 3 July 2020. Much, I am sure, to the chagrin of villagers residing on Southern Hemisphere islands where it is snowing, this update will feature both swimming and diving as a new mechanic. While there is much to see and do on land, exploring the depths of your island’s coastline will yield new creatures and other additions for your museum.
A full list of major inclusions in Animal Crossing’s first summer update can be found below:
Swimming and Diving
Grabbing a wet suit, players can get aquatically acquainted with island marine life when swimming and diving arrive to Animal Crossing: New Horizons. When swimming in the inviting waters off the coast of their island, players can dive to discover and scoop up sea creatures that inhabit their island’s ecosystem. It’s worth looking out for any prospective additions to the museum and hearing fun facts from Blathers when donating discoveries.
Pascal Brings Rewarding Recipes
While swimming, players might meet someone new! The friendly visitor Pascal seems to love scallops, and if players discover one while diving, he’ll ask if he can have it. As a thank you, he’ll share some of his mermaid-themed DIY recipes.
Gulliver?
After downloading the free update, someone looking familiar, but with slightly different, pirate-like clothing, occasionally washes up on the shore. Once players offer him a hand, he will send a special reward to show his gratitude for the help.
This is the first of at least two summer updates planned for Animal Crossing: New Horizon’s, the second expected to go live in early August.
