Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp - All of Triumph's Hate and Himu's Love

[HardcoreRetro]

Have you not played New Leaf? if you haven't, it'll honestly just come off as trolling because you seem uninformed.

I played the game for like 30 hours and still don't see the point of anything I did in the game. I'm a sucker for fishing minigames and collecting stuff though.

I guess it's just like a Minecraft thing were I don't understand the appeal either. Seems the appeal of the game are the goals you set for yourself. But the game isn't programmed to react to any of the stuff you decide to do on your own.

[seagrams hotsauce]

wait, I get how AC can be kind of obtuse, but how can you not see the appeal of minecraft? It's not for me but "digital Legos" seems like a pretty obvious hook imo

[HardcoreRetro]

wait, I get how AC can be kind of obtuse, but how can you not see the appeal of minecraft? It's not for me but "digital Legos" seems like a pretty obvious hook imo

By that same coin Animal Crossing is basically a digital puppethouse. I guess it's just that I expect more from a game than just a tool for expression.

[thisismyusername]

wait, I get how AC can be kind of obtuse, but how can you not see the appeal of minecraft? It's not for me but "digital Legos" seems like a pretty obvious hook imo

I mean, yeah... but in Minecraft's case I can't get into it's "survival" mode at all. I've tried like 2-3 times and it's just boring sitting there hitting blocks to build things quickly to avoid monsters. It's kinda the same with Animal Crossing: Once you've done the tutorial and stuff, it's like "welp."

[Himu]

Have you not played New Leaf? if you haven't, it'll honestly just come off as trolling because you seem uninformed.

I played the game for like 30 hours and still don't see the point of anything I did in the game. I'm a sucker for fishing minigames and collecting stuff though.

I guess it's just like a Minecraft thing were I don't understand the appeal either. Seems the appeal of the game are the goals you set for yourself. But the game isn't programmed to react to any of the stuff you decide to do on your own.

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What's the point of any game then? To win? Some arcade games like Donkey Kong were so hard you could never beat them. Donkey Kong even kills you at level 22. You can't "beat" Donkey Kong. Is there no point to Donkey Kong then? What's the point of playing a fighting game in single player mode? You're just playing shitty AI that reads your inputs. But a lot of people like that. Is there no point there? Some people play metal Gear Solid games for the story, I play them for the gameplay. I played GTA games for creative mission design and different ways of doing things, others just buy them to kill random NPC's and go ham.

I don't understand why there has to be an inherent "point" to a games appeal and don't see why this is any different than any other game.

[HardcoreRetro]

Hey! Donkey Kong is about that sweet high score. Cranky Kong also gave me a coin for beating it twice.

[Freaky Fred]

This game is real relaxing. I don't even know why I keep playing...I think I just want a cool pair of pants.

Just hit level 20, I hope I can switch my region to USA when it actually releases.

Should I try New Leaf or do you guys really think a switch game is coming any time soon?

[CrazyDiamond]

Considering Nintendo is still about to release this, I'd be surprised to see Animal Crossing Switch in the next year or so

[Corporal]

Considering Nintendo is still about to release this, I'd be surprised to see Animal Crossing Switch in the next year or so

I'm not so sure I agree, to be honest. If they added even a tiny smidgen of interconnectivity between an as of yet theoretical switch title and this mobile one, they could make quite a bit more moneys. Cross promotion can do terrible damage to weak willed consumers. And frankly, the AC fanbase are ripe for this kind of abuse.

W're sheep. Baaaah.

[CrazyDiamond]

I figure they'd milk this for all its worth before moving on to the next game (and possibly milking again with cross interconnectivity or whatever)

And even if they do announce it before the end of the year I don't think it would be released in less than six months

[Corporal]

I figure they'd milk this for all its worth before moving on to the next game (and possibly milking again with cross interconnectivity or whatever)

And even if they do announce it before the end of the year I don't think it would be released in less than six months

Iunno, mang, they already have HD assets and probably a few leftover bits from the AC board game/Mario Party knockoff on WiiU. And the AC channel. I mean, it seems pretty obvious they were halfway through an AC when the WiiU cratered. Which means, a recycling/salvaging of that project shouldn't be all that far-fetched for them since it'd be cheap and cost effective.

I guess we'll see how it goes. Six months feels kinda tight. Nine to twelve, though? That'd be quite possible, I guess.

[CatsCatsCats]

When is this out stateside?

[CrazyDiamond]

Either way it's not like I'll get a Switch anytime soon so I don't mind waiting a couple months.

When is this out stateside?

All they said is november so anytime now

[Tasty]

It's out today! (A day early.)

Installed and checking it out.

Some official arts:

[Tasty]

[demi]

Dont forget to grab the free shit on MyNintendo

[Tasty]

Here's a great guide I found on Reddit:

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp [The Extensive Guide]

[CatsCatsCats]

Awwww shit count me in

[Himu]

Omg

[Tasty]

Dont forget to grab the free shit on MyNintendo

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All MyNintendo rewards for Pocket Camp are available here: https://my.nintendo.com/reward_categories/animal_crossing_pocket_camp

[Positive Touch]

ok what's yall's friend codes? mine's 7570 8043 393

[Tasty]

3613 8786 706

[Human Snorenado]

[Positive Touch]

JOIN IN THE FUN TRIUMPH

[Human Snorenado]

JOIN IN THE FUN TRIUMPH

If this is fun, I want no part of it

[thisismyusername]

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I'm playing it for the Google Play achievement level boosting, but yeah: That's my exact face.

[CatsCatsCats]

Game cute, graphics gud, dun have friend code yet

[CatsCatsCats]

Y no long hair for boys tho? I made my hair green on accident because colorblind 

[Himu]

JOIN IN THE FUN TRIUMPH

If this is fun, I want no part of it

you'll get girls if you play this game bb

[CatsCatsCats]

Oooh log in bonuses, I’m a sucker for light obligations

Add me up 24758882600

[Human Snorenado]

JOIN IN THE FUN TRIUMPH

If this is fun, I want no part of it

you'll get girls if you play this game bb

I'm not fucking anyone that plays Animal Crossing

[Himu]

JOIN IN THE FUN TRIUMPH

If this is fun, I want no part of it

you'll get girls if you play this game bb

I'm not fucking anyone that plays Animal Crossing

Wow you're playing hard mode over here. So many ladies love it!

[CatsCatsCats]

Damn I thought I had a chance 

Really like this take on Animal Crossing, gotta catch em all villagers edition

[CatsCatsCats]

This is a really fuckin good mobile game. 10/nin10do

[BobFromPikeCreek]

I don't know. Kinda already losing interest after a day. Doesn't seem there's much to the game outside of log-in, top up timers, log out.

[CatsCatsCats]

It’s all about serving them animals. Also I could fish/bug hunt forever


https://m.

Me irl

[Positive Touch]

this game needs more low level crafting i don't want my campsite to look like a living room dammit

[The Sceneman]

Once you get past level 7 or so you unlock heaps of shit. I've been bingeing this shit hard and am level 13 already 

Game is legit fucking awesome. Already spent $6 on a welcome pack or some shit. The f2p aspect seems good, the game dishes out a lot of resources through all the tutorials and easy AF goals. I can see myself playing this for a good while.

Biggest gripe is you need to visit a friend's campsite to buy shit out of their market box, should just be able to do it from the friends list. At least the friends show up in the diff areas. Make sure you guys list stuff to buy!!!

Haven't figured out how the fuck the quarry works yet, might read up on it.

Will send friend requests to peeps who have posted their codes, my code is 0376 3617 137. Namu Sceneman ofc

[seagrams hotsauce]

Add me yall 35839900024

[The Sceneman]

Also don't waste your Leaf Tickets on the Tom Nook chair. The fat fuck just sleeps all day on your campsite

[Tasty]

Too late.

[toku]

how do i get clothes

[The Sceneman]

how do i get clothes

From the vendors at "Market Place". They rotate every three hours with the other animals I think

[Valkyrie]

First AC game I try, really liking it. Surprised it barely uses any of my battery.

Add me yall 35839900024

Added! Mine is 98132332616 (sophie)

Addicted, already level 14, if anyone knows a way out of this drug let me know.

[The Sceneman]

Yeah its addicting as all hell huh. I have piles of furniture stashed away but still haven't configured my dream setup, too busy collecting more stuff lol. Thanks for the add Valkyrie! I need to give kudos TEN TIMES for the new timed goal, better get visiting peoples campsites

[seagrams hotsauce]

https://twitter.com/jeffgerstmann/status/933034997576900608

[The Sceneman]

nvm. Added a seagrams hotsauce

[Tasty]

If you guys could also post your in-game names it'd help. Compiling a list of ya for the OP.

[CatsCatsCats]

I’m Spencer

[Tasty]

Also, this game is about... 25% Animal Crossing. It's good for a mobile title, but in a lot of ways it feels like a backslide for the series - mostly around the social aspects. All the emphasis on online friends in New Leaf was the best part of the game and I think that's how the Switch version is gonna differentiate itself other than being the "full" version. If AC Switch builds on the online stuff New Leaf had then it'll have a pretty big advantage over Pocket Camp.

In comparison, this game is a good distraction and gives you a good sense of that AC "customize your town and show it off" aspect. But there's no real-time multiplayer, no co-op minigames, and even the "Market Box" feels like a step back (I can't take items back? Ever??)

...Needless to say I've already spent money on this game.

[Tasty]

Bore Username | In-Game Name | Friend Code
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Tasty Meat    | Andrew       | 3613 8786 706
PositiveTouch | ?            | 7570 8043 393
213372bu      | ?            | 5342 6934 990
CatsCatsCats  | Spencer      | 2475 8882 600
Valkyrie      | Sophie       | 9813 2332 616

[Himu]

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Name rosary

[Himu]

As for the game...it's ok. It barely functions as an Animal Crossing game and is a basic collect em all game. It's fun but I can see the charm wearing off fast. It doesn't have the appeal of Animal Crossing for me. Like I can't buy clothes yet and the default clothes I got are killing me tbh

[seagrams hotsauce]

Raffikins 3583 9900 024

[The Sceneman]

Bore Username | In-Game Name | Friend Code
--------------------------------------------
Tasty Meat    | Andrew       | 3613 8786 706
PositiveTouch | ?            | 7570 8043 393
213372bu      | ?            | 5342 6934 990
CatsCatsCats  | Spencer      | 2475 8882 600
Valkyrie      | Sophie       | 9813 2332 616

Where am I? 

[Valkyrie]

As for the game...it's ok. It barely functions as an Animal Crossing game and is a basic collect em all game. It's fun but I can see the charm wearing off fast. It doesn't have the appeal of Animal Crossing for me. Like I can't buy clothes yet and the default clothes I got are killing me tbh

You can buy clothes at the Market Place, it has rotating vendors. Other than that.. sucks having to wait to level up villagers for a shirt. This is my first time playing AC so I like it. Excited to see what they add eventually, even Miitomo improved a lot from launch in the first months.

[thisismyusername]

I don't know. Kinda already losing interest after a day. Doesn't seem there's much to the game outside of log-in, top up timers, log out.

So it's Animal Crossing... then?

I mean, the only good Nintendo title for mobile is one they didn't do in-house IIRC (Fire Emblem Heroes).

[Himu]

I don't know. Kinda already losing interest after a day. Doesn't seem there's much to the game outside of log-in, top up timers, log out.

So it's Animal Crossing... then?

Absolutely not.

As for the game...it's ok. It barely functions as an Animal Crossing game and is a basic collect em all game. It's fun but I can see the charm wearing off fast. It doesn't have the appeal of Animal Crossing for me. Like I can't buy clothes yet and the default clothes I got are killing me tbh

You can buy clothes at the Market Place, it has rotating vendors. Other than that.. sucks having to wait to level up villagers for a shirt. This is my first time playing AC so I like it. Excited to see what they add eventually, even Miitomo improved a lot from launch in the first months.

In past games, you unlock new stores by reaching milestones but the stores are static and get new stuff in stock every 24 hr.

[Tasty]

Also, this game is about... 25% Animal Crossing. It's good for a mobile title, but in a lot of ways it feels like a backslide for the series - mostly around the social aspects. All the emphasis on online friends in New Leaf was the best part of the game and I think that's how the Switch version is gonna differentiate itself other than being the "full" version. If AC Switch builds on the online stuff New Leaf had then it'll have a pretty big advantage over Pocket Camp.

In comparison, this game is a good distraction and gives you a good sense of that AC "customize your town and show it off" aspect. But there's no real-time multiplayer, no co-op minigames, and even the "Market Box" feels like a step back (I can't take items back? Ever??)

...Needless to say I've already spent money on this game.

Addendum: The experience itself feels way too "game-ified." Which is a weird complaint but AC was always more of a life sim than a pure game. Adding levels to everything (especially friendships) feels weird. More suited to mobile of course, but much less organic than relationships in real ACs.

[Positive Touch]

my name is creatively p.t.