The Animal Crossing franchise has spawned many different games for people to enjoy, all of which are tied to consoles except one: Pocket Camp. Being playable on iOS and Android devices made it an easily accessible title, allowing many to play and enjoy what they missed out on by not owning a Nintendo system. However, the free-to-play version of Pocket Camp officially shut down on November 28, 2024, marking the end of an era for Animal Crossing fans who have supported the game since its launch in 2017. Whle Nintendo has since released an offline version of the game, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete, it is no longer free. Considering that Pocket Camp Complete is now being sold for $19.99, one has to wonder if it’s worth getting.
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete was launched on December 2, 2024 to replace the now-defunct online version of the game. While the core gameplay remains the same, it has a few changes that may or may not be liked by fans, especially those who enjoyed the previous iteration of the mobile title. Those who wish to experience it for themselves will now have to buy it for $19.99, as its 50% discount offer ended on January 31st. Given the leap in price, there are concerns about whether purchasing it is worthwhile for newcomers and veteran players. To help those having difficulty deciding, it is important to consider what Animal: Crossing Pocket Camp Complete can offer.
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The Benefits of Purchasing Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete at Its Current Price
Since Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete’s reveal, players have known that it would eventually see a price increase, which meant Nintendo believed that what the game offers would still be enough to entice people to purchase it, even after the discount period. As to what the mobile title has that warrants it being purchased now, there are a few things:
- The game no longer requires an internet connection to be playable, ensuring that people can play it wherever and whenever, regardless of their situation.
- Players who have spent time and money on the previous iteration of the game can transfer their save files to the complete version, preventing any loss of progress and giving long-time supporters a reason to continue.
- The previous Leaf Ticket premium currency used for purchasing items has been replaced with Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete‘s Leaf Tokens, a free in-game resource that’s given in spades for simply playing, encouraging more playtime.
- The time needed to craft items can be permanently reduced with the previously mentioned Leaf Tokens, allowing people to get what they want quicker than before.
The changes make the game a much more user-friendly experience compared to the previous version of Pocket Camp, which could greatly influence one’s decision to purchase the game at its current price point. If many potential fans see it that way, it’s possible that the mobile title could see a great increase in its playerbase soon.
The Thing Missing From Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete That Could Prevent Fans From Buying It Now
Those who enjoyed the previous iteration of the game likely enjoyed its social aspect, as sending a friend request to a person was relatively easy and allowed one to visit the camps of whoever accepted the request. That is no longer the case, as such features have been removed due to the focus on offline play. Now, people can only add one another through Pocket Camp Complete‘s Camper Cards, which contain a personalized QR code that must be scanned. That and the fact that people can no longer visit each other’s camps to admire their work could be a deal-breaker for those already on the fence about purchasing the game at its current price.
The start of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete‘s 2025 can be seen as the game’s way of saying it’s worth getting. While it’s no longer at a discounted price, the amount of content it has, the changes to its gameplay, and the promise of updates until September of this year make up for the price increase.
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December 3, 2024
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Nintendo
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Nintendo