Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp to Close Servers

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. The news has taken many players by surprise, but the game's online functionality will officially cease on November 28th, 2024. This marks a bittersweet end, falling just a few days after the game's seventh anniversary on November 21st.

The Shutdown Details:

• End of Online Services: November 28th, 2024, at 7:00 AM PST.
• Leaf Ticket Purchases: Stop purchasing Leaf Tickets by November 26th.
• Pocket Camp Club Auto-Renewals: Auto-renewals for the Pocket Camp Club membership will end on October 28th. Existing memberships will not be refunded but will grant a commemorative badge.

A Silver Lining: Offline Play Continues!

While online features are ending, Nintendo plans to release a paid offline version of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. This offline version will omit features like the Market Box, gifting, and visiting friends' campsites. However, players will retain their saved progress and enjoy the core gameplay experience without an internet connection. More details on this paid offline version are expected around October 2024.

Part of a Larger Trend:

This closure aligns with Nintendo's recent trend of winding down several mobile game titles. Games like Dr. Mario World and Dragalia Lost have already met similar fates, and Mario Kart Tour is currently in a state of reduced updates. Therefore, while unexpected for some, the closure of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp isn't entirely shocking.

If you wish to enjoy the game's online features one last time, download Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp from the Google Play Store. Stay tuned for our upcoming coverage of Netflix's Monument Valley 3!