Upcoming 2025 Nintendo Switch Games for Animal Crossing Enthusiasts

As we look ahead to 2025, cozy game enthusiasts can anticipate a wonderful array of new titles that promise to build on the success of 2024’s beloved entries, including Bandletale, Fields of Mistria, and Infinity Nikki. While Animal Crossing: New Horizons continues to reign as a premier cozy experience on the Nintendo Switch, many developers are inspired to craft their own life simulation and farming games that echo its essence. The challenge for these new titles lies in capturing the charm and endless gameplay possibilities that make Animal Crossing a timeless favorite.

In 2025, players of Animal Crossing can explore a variety of upcoming cozy games that offer distinct features while feeling familiar. The ability to craft personalized characters, customize homes, and restore charming communities are all shared characteristics that many of these titles will exhibit. With elements like building quaint villages or lively islands, combined with delightful social interactions with in-game characters, there is plenty for gamers to look forward to. Below is a curated list of cozy games set for release on the Nintendo Switch in 2025 that may resonate with fans of Animal Crossing.

10 Everbloom

Everbloom key art showing anthropomorphic animals working on a farm.

For gamers who crave a snug and comforting experience, Everbloom is a title to watch. Although its release date is yet to be confirmed for the Nintendo Switch, this enchanting farming simulator features an all-animal cast. Its delightful aesthetics are paired with inventive farming concepts, such as cultivating popcorn and feeding cows candy bars to obtain chocolate milk. This whimsical take on the farming genre is sure to entice fans of Animal Crossing.

9 Cattle Country

Screenshot of Cattle Country's pixel art graphics.

Cattle Country embraces a charming 2D pixel art style, inviting players to indulge in a more traditional farming experience. Players will not only customize their own farm and community but also face the joys and challenges of farm management, encompassing activities like fishing, farming, and mining. Romantic subplots and interactions with bandits further enrich the gameplay, making it a well-rounded addition to the cozy sim landscape.

8 Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time

Scheduled for release in April 2025, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time offers players a chance to create unique characters and choose from an extensive variety of jobs, such as a cook, carpenter, or blacksmith. Its gameplay draws parallels to Animal Crossing, as players can customize their homes and towns while engaging in various life simulation tasks.

7 Pixelshire

Pixelshire screenshot of two characters in the woods near a building that looks like a sailing ship.

The upcoming title Pixelshire brings pixel RPG elements to the cozy game genre. Featuring a visually charming art style reminiscent of Stardew Valley and Sunhaven, players will navigate a resource-rich world, engaging in town-building and light combat. The player-driven customization is a key aspect that promises to resonate with cozy game fans.

6 Sugardew Island

Sugardew Island art showing a woman holding a large hammer in front of a shop next to a sign that reads,

Set to launch in March 2025, Sugardew Island is a vibrant and colorful title where players care for adorable animals while operating a farm shop. As they harvest goods, they can sell them on the island while building relationships with the community and their animal companions. Its art style aligns closely with the cozy aesthetics characteristic of Animal Crossing, focusing on the mission to rejuvenate the island.

5 Discounty

Discounty screenshot of characters gathering outside a shop. One's text bubble says, 'Fellow citizens. Today's a big day for our little town.'

While not a farming simulator like Animal Crossing, Discounty offers a cozy gameplay experience where players run their customizable supermarket. With adorable animations that evoke the style of Stardew Valley, players can engage in inventory management, build friendships with characters, and contribute to a thriving community around their store.

4 Loftia

A small cottage with a garden on a floating island in a screenshot from Loftia. Four characters mill about in front of the house, while steam pours from its chimney.

In development and poised for release on the Nintendo Switch in 2025, Loftia introduces a solarpunk theme as players build a sustainable world. Drawing inspiration from Animal Crossing’s beloved visuals, Loftia fosters community engagement and even offers players the chance to adopt charming pets.

3 Tales Of The Shire: A The Lord Of The Rings Game

Generating buzz in the cozy gaming community, Tales of the Shire: A The Lord Of The Rings Game, arriving on March 25, 2025, brings a delightful hobbit-centered experience. Gamers can create their hobbit character, explore the serene landscapes of Middle-earth, socialize with other hobbits, and manage gardens. The game’s charming visuals emphasize food preparation and community life, promising a soothing gameplay experience that fans of Animal Crossing will appreciate.

2 Ritual Of Raven

Ritual of Raven screenshot showing a character standing by planted crops.

From the creators of the celebrated Sticky Business, Spellgarden Games presents Ritual of Raven, a magical farming sim with a strong story focus. This enchanting title will appeal to fans of both cozy and witch-themed games, combining the joys of gardening with narrative-driven quests. With a vibrant 2D art style, players can indulge in the excitement of cultivating their magical crops.

1 Hello Kitty Island Adventure

Perhaps the most closely related to Animal Crossing on this list, Hello Kitty Island Adventure, is slated for release on January 30, 2025. As the title implies, this game immerses players in a vibrant island adventure with beloved Sanrio characters. Featuring the quintessential elements of farming simulation, players can design their characters, personalize their living spaces, and enjoy crafting and cooking in an open-world environment. The multiplayer functionality enhances the social aspect, allowing players to visit friends in a shared cozy experience that evokes fond memories for longtime fans of Animal Crossing.

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