Nintendo Closes 'Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp'

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is Closing its Doors – But Not Entirely!

You read that right! Nintendo has announced the end of service (EOS) for its popular mobile game, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, leaving many players surprised. While the game has enjoyed a successful run, its online services will officially shut down on November 28th, 2024. This date falls just a few days after the game's seventh anniversary on November 21st.

The Countdown Begins:

• October 28th, 2024: Auto-renewal for Pocket Camp Club memberships will cease. Existing memberships will not be refunded, but players will receive a commemorative badge.
• November 26th, 2024: Last chance to purchase Leaf Tickets.
• November 28th, 2024, 7:00 AM PST: Online services for Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp officially end.

A New Beginning (Offline):

Don't despair! Nintendo plans to release a paid offline version of the game. While features like the Market Box, gifting, and visiting friends' campsites will be absent, the core gameplay will remain intact. Players will retain their saved progress and enjoy the game without an internet connection. More details on this paid offline version are expected around October 2024.

A Trend of Mobile Game Closures:

This closure follows a pattern of Nintendo phasing out its mobile titles. Games like Dr. Mario World and Dragalia Lost have already met similar fates, and Mario Kart Tour is currently in maintenance mode. Therefore, the shutdown of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, while unexpected for some, isn't entirely surprising.

For those wanting to enjoy the game's final days, download Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp from the Google Play Store. Stay tuned for our upcoming article on Netflix's Monument Valley 3!