Nintendo Is Shutting Down Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp!

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

Yes, you read that correctly! Nintendo has announced the end of online services for its popular mobile game, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. Players are understandably surprised, but the decision is final.

The End of an Era: November 28th, 2024

Online services for Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp will cease on November 28th, 2024. This means no more Leaf Tickets, no more Pocket Camp Club memberships (auto-renewal ends October 28th – no refunds after that date, but a commemorative badge awaits!), and no more online interactions with friends. Your last chance to acquire Leaf Tickets is November 26th. The final online farewell is scheduled for 7:00 AM PST on November 28th.

A Silver Lining: Offline Play Awaits!

While online services are ending, 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 experience will remain. Your saved progress will carry over, allowing continued play without an internet connection. Expect further details on this paid offline version around October 2024.

A Trend of Mobile Game Shutdowns?

This closure follows a pattern of Nintendo phasing out mobile titles, including Dr. Mario World and Dragalia Lost. Even Mario Kart Tour is currently in a state of limited maintenance. Therefore, while unexpected for many, the shuttering of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp isn't entirely shocking.

Download Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp from the Google Play Store to enjoy the remaining time. Stay tuned for our upcoming article on Netflix's Monument Valley 3!