Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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Preview: Genshin Impact Dev Takes on Animal Crossing with New Cozy Game
HoYoverse, the developer behind Genshin Impact, is developing a new cozy life simulation game called Petit Planet, which bears a strong resemblance to Nintendo's Animal Crossing series. Currently confirmed for PC and mobile, the game is expected to launch on PlayStation 5 and potentially the Switch 2. While the monetization model is still being refined, the game features familiar gameplay loops like fishing and bug catching, alongside a charming art style and extensive decoration options.
Rumour: Ubisoft Cancels Animal Crossing Competitor After 3 Years in Development
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled Alterra, a life simulation game described as an Animal Crossing and Minecraft competitor, after three years of development. Developers were informed of the decision this week, though it is unclear if any layoffs will occur, with staff likely being reassigned to other projects.
Ubsioft confirms that it canceled its multiplayer cozy RPG, Alterra
Ubisoft has canceled its multiplayer cozy RPG, Alterra, after three years of development. The company stated that the decision was part of its ongoing portfolio management and project assessment. This cancellation follows a period of significant challenges for Ubisoft, including layoffs and studio closures, though no employees are being laid off due to Alterra's discontinuation.
Report: Ubisoft cancels social-sim game Alterra
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled its social-simulation game Alterra, which was inspired by Animal Crossing and had been in development for nearly three years at Ubisoft Montreal. Employees working on the title have been reassigned to other projects, and the cancellation is not expected to result in job cuts. This news follows a series of cost-saving measures by Ubisoft, including studio closures and layoffs.
Ubisoft have reportedly cancelled Alterra, a life sim blending Animal Crossing with Minecraft, after almost three years of dev work
Ubisoft has reportedly cancelled its unannounced life simulation game, Alterra, after nearly three years of development. The game, which blended elements of Animal Crossing and Minecraft, was being developed at Ubisoft Montreal. This cancellation follows a series of other project cancellations and layoffs at Ubisoft earlier this year.
Ubisoft Axes Animal Crossing-Style Game Alterra
Ubisoft has cancelled its upcoming life-simulation game Alterra, which was inspired by Animal Crossing. The cancellation, reported by Insider Gaming, comes amid a period of financial difficulties and project cutbacks for Ubisoft. The article suggests that Ubisoft's corporate approach was ill-suited for the charm and authenticity required by the life-sim genre, and that the genre is better served by developers with a clearer vision and passion.
Ubisoft reportedly cancels life-simulator project Alterra
Ubisoft has reportedly cancelled its life simulator project, codenamed Alterra, with affected employees being reassigned to other projects. The game, described as an Animal Crossing-style title with voxel creation, had been in development for about 18 months at Ubisoft Montréal. This cancellation follows Ubisoft's recent introduction of a Creative House structure and other cost-cutting measures, including the discontinuation of three other games and studio closures.
These Delightful Hori Animal Crossing Controllers Will Hold You Over The Series Returns
Hori is releasing a new line of Animal Crossing: New Horizons themed accessories for the Nintendo Switch, including controllers, carrying pouches, and card holders. The collection, featuring designs inspired by Celeste and the game's characters, will be available on June 30, with prices starting at $10. These accessories are designed for all Nintendo Switch models and are currently available for preorder.
Ubisoft cancels Animal Crossing and Minecraft-inspired cozy life sim game Alterra
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled Alterra, an unannounced cozy life simulation game inspired by Animal Crossing and Minecraft, which had been in development for nearly three years at Ubisoft Montréal. Meanwhile, Microsoft has reduced the prices of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and will no longer include new Call of Duty titles as day-one releases on the service.
Ubisoft Cancels Animal Crossing-Inspired Project Alterra – Rumor
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled its Animal Crossing-inspired project, codenamed Project Alterra, after approximately three years of development. This cancellation is part of a larger restructuring and layoff effort within the company. The talent behind Project Alterra is expected to be reassigned to other projects.
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A rumor suggests that Ubisoft has canceled an upcoming game that was inspired by Nintendo's Animal Crossing series. Further details regarding the project's cancellation or its development status have not been officially confirmed by Ubisoft.
Drop-In, Drop-Out: Best Games for Unpredictable Schedules | TAG
This guide highlights games suitable for players with unpredictable schedules, focusing on titles that allow for easy pausing and resuming without penalty. It emphasizes features like frequent autosaves, low memory burden, and self-contained sessions. Games like Vampire Survivors, Stardew Valley, and Forza Horizon 5 are recommended for their interruptible nature, while console features like Xbox Quick Resume and Nintendo Switch Sleep Mode are noted as crucial aids.
Ubisoft Cancels Animal Crossing-Inspired Game - Report
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled its upcoming Animal Crossing-inspired game, Alterra, which was in development at Ubisoft Montreal for three years. Staff working on the voxel-art title, which featured building mechanics similar to Minecraft, have been reassigned to other projects. This cancellation is part of Ubisoft's broader cost-cutting measures, though the company also confirmed new IPs and installments in the Assassin's Creed and Far Cry franchises are planned.
Petit Planet Preview – Taking a cosy break from your Genshin Impact
Petit Planet is a new life simulation game from HoYoverse, moving away from their typical gacha RPGs like Genshin Impact. It focuses on cozy gameplay inspired by titles like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley, where players nurture their own planetoid. The game features deep character stories and social elements, with players managing resources and interacting with neighbors.
Petit Planet is exactly the Animal Crossing clone it looked like, but after 15 hours of it I'm shocked by how many…
Petit Planet is a blatant clone of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, featuring similar gameplay mechanics like terraforming, fishing, and collecting items. Despite its derivative nature, the game introduces improvements such as bulk crafting and streamlined exploration, alongside charming characters and a unique AI companion named Nalo. Concerns remain regarding its monetization strategy and multiplayer privacy safeguards.
Bandai Namco Preparing Animal Crossing Character Magnets
Bandai Namco is releasing a new set of Animal Crossing Chara-Magnets featuring 24 different characters, including popular NPCs like Tom Nook and Isabelle, along with eight villagers. Each blind-bagged package will cost approximately $1.70 and include one magnet, one of ten stationary card designs, and a soda-flavored piece of gum. The collection is set to debut in Japan in August 2026.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pragmata come out swinging
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending April 18, 2026, sees new releases Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pragmata debut at #1 and #2 respectively. Nintendo Switch accounted for a significant portion of sales for both titles, with Pragmata seeing 13 percent of its sales from the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo secretly opened a dedicated London store and didn’t tell anyone
Nintendo has secretly opened a new, permanent "Nintendo Experience Zone" store in London, located inside an Argos on Tottenham Court Road. Unlike a previous pop-up store, this new location offers a wide range of merchandise from various Nintendo franchises, including Super Mario, Pokémon, and The Legend of Zelda. The store's duration is unconfirmed, but it is expected to remain open for several months.
Surprise! Nintendo launches new pop-up store in London
Nintendo has launched a limited-time pop-up store called the Nintendo Experience Zone within an Argos store on Tottenham Court Road in London. The store offers a variety of Nintendo games, consoles, accessories, and merchandise from franchises like Mario, Zelda, Pokémon, and more. This initiative is a partnership between Nintendo and Argos, with the store expected to run for a few months.
Mailbox: The Wii U's Legacy, Mii Singing, Hippos - Nintendo Life Letters
This month's Nintendo Life Mailbox features discussions on favorite Nintendo hippos, the legacy of the Wii U in light of Switch ports, and creative ways players customize their experiences in games like Tomodachi Life and Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The segment also touches on the creative use of puns in Nintendo Life articles and briefly mentions Shigeru Miyamoto.
