Became the best selling Nintendo Switch game in Japan. Within just three days, it sold 1,88 million times.
After its launch, this game became immensely popular among gamers worldwide. The popularity was also connected with the COVID-19 pandemic, as many people were seeking distraction during that difficult time. The game is still played to this day with the release of the 2.0 Update.
The first game in the series where the character can customize the entire island they start with to whatever they want it to be.
The characters from previous games of Chip, Nat and Joan get replaced by CJ, Flick and Daisy Mae. Daisy Mae is Joan's granddaughter, CJ is Chips son and Flick may be related to Nat. Wendell got cut from this game. Carpets are now sold by Saharah. Another change to this game is that Timmy and Tommy now run Nooks Cranny instead of Tom Nook, however, Tom Nook is still responsible for home renovations and other services.
The first game in the series overall to feature DIY crafting, the NookPhone and the Nook Miles Program.