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Animal Crossing Update Preparation Guide: 3 Tips for a Smooth Experience
We'll explain three important points to prepare for tomorrow's "Animal Crossing: New Horizons" update. We will explain in detail the prediction of update time, the confirmation of amiibo used in the Zelda & Splatoon collaboration, and the preparation of materials necessary for creating new furniture.
1. ⏳ Update Time Prediction: Note the Difference Between the Two Updates
- ✅ The update scheduled for January 15th includes two types: "Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Happy Home Paradise," a perk for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers with the Expansion Pack, and a free update (Ver. 3.0) for the existing "Animal Crossing: New Horizons."
- ✅ "Happy Home Paradise" is expected to be available for download from 0:00 AM on January 15th, similar to a new software release.
- ✅ The free update is likely to be distributed around 10:00 AM based on past examples. However, be aware that there have been cases of surprise updates the day before.
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1. ⏳ Update Time Prediction: Note the Difference Between the Two Updates
- ✅ The update scheduled for January 15th includes two types: "Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Happy Home Paradise," a perk for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers with the Expansion Pack, and a free update (Ver. 3.0) for the existing "Animal Crossing: New Horizons."
- ✅ "Happy Home Paradise" is expected to be available for download from 0:00 AM on January 15th, similar to a new software release.
- ✅ The free update is likely to be distributed around 10:00 AM based on past examples. However, be aware that there have been cases of surprise updates the day before.
00:56 - 05:57
2. amiibo Check: Maximize Your Zelda & Splatoon Collab Fun
- ✅ This free update features a collaboration with The Legend of Zelda and Splatoon.
- ✅ To invite new residents, you'll need the corresponding amiibo for each.
- ✅ In the Zelda collab, Tulin and Mineru will appear as new residents. To call Tulin, you need the amiibo corresponding to Tulin, and to call Mineru, you need the Zelda amiibo dedicated to Mineru.
- ✅ In the Splatoon collab, Nami and Misaki will appear.
- ✅ The Manta Ray amiibo from Splatoon 3 can invite both Nami and Misaki.
- ✅ It is recommended to check the official website for details.
| Character | Corresponding amiibo |
|---|---|
| Tulin | Child Link, Majora's Mask Link |
| Mineru | Ocarina of Time Link, Smash Bros. Zelda |
| Nami | Splatoon Iida, Octoling Girl, Octoling Boy, Splatoon 2 characters |
| Misaki | Splatoon series Girl, Boy, Squid |
| Nami & Misaki | Manta Ray |
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3. 🪓 Material Prep: Check the Materials Needed to Get New Furniture
- ✅ To get new furniture, you need to craft the furniture specified in DIY, which requires a large amount of materials.
- ✅ You can use hotel coupons to shop.
- ✅ It is recommended to prepare a large amount of materials such as wood, tree branches, iron ore, and clay now.
- ✅ In particular, a large amount of wood is required, so it is recommended to collect it intensively.
| Furniture | Required Materials | Hotel Coupon |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf Umbrella | Unknown | 15 |
| Wooden Closet | 12 Wood | 100 |