The fall update for Farming elements in slice-of-life games have become a popular standard in recent years, and adding this content into the fall update will attract players who may have been hesitant to pick up a copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons previously. Adding pumpkin farming could open the door to a whole new game element for Animal Crossing.
Farming pumpkins in Animal Crossing is a simple task for island owners. The pumpkin starts are treated a lot like trees or bushes, allowing for minimal fuss getting a crop in the ground. The player can purchase the pumpkin starts at Nook's Cranny or from the traveling salesperson Leif at a discount starting October 1st. These starts yield four different colors of pumpkin when fully grown. All players need to do is plant the starts, water twice daily, and the pumpkins will reach maturity in three to four days. The more the starts are watered, the better than chances of the plant producing up to three ripe pumpkins. Once harvested the pumpkins can be eaten, sold, or used in fall crafting recipes to make spooky decorations to set up around the island.
The introduction of a farming element like the one in games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild or Pokémon Sword and Shield. The excitement of growing or finding items and then transforming them into something delicious has gamers all over the world packing their virtual fridges with snacks.
Adding Farming To ACNH Opens Many Doors For Players
With this update, Animal Crossing is opening up a realm of new possibilities for players. With every new mechanic that is added, there is a fresh, new task to get excited for. This excitement is why updates and the inclusion of new content is so important for modern gaming. Opening up possibilities for players through updated content shows that developers are invested in creating a unique experience that makes the most out of games that are already well-loved. Adding to these games increases their playability and keeps them fresh for everyone, whether it's a first playthrough or not. It shows that these types of games are an excellent investment for anyone, and that they will have continued playability over time.
Whether players are hoping to horde a massive number of pumpkins, or use them to decorate every inch of their Animal Crossing island in spooky fall décor, the addition of a farming mechanic is sure to please players around the world. With this new and exciting task, Animal Crossing: New Horizons may have the opportunity in the future to try introducing a variety of fun crops, only adding to the relaxation and joy of owning a digital island. The addition of a pumpkin patch for every player is the perfect way to kick of the spooky season.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is available on the Nintendo Switch.
