The Nintendo Switch 2 update includes several changes that take advantage of the device's hardware, like mouse controls, while 3.0 adds content like a special resetting service, many new items, and the aforementioned hotel,

Runs the Resort Hotel in Animal Crossing Update 3.0

For both players, Animal Crossing has been an escape over the years, especially during the pandemic and with 3.0’s release imminent, it seems poised to offer gentle distraction in a time of crisis again. “It’s comfort food for me,” Fernando said. “Especially with everything happening in [the US] specifically.”