These Delightful Hori Animal Crossing Controllers Will Hold You Over Until The Series Returns

Animal Crossing New Horizons came out in March 2020, leaving an increasingly painful six-year gap for those of us who can't get enough of being financially abused by Tom Nook. Just when it seemed that Nintendo was good and fine with letting the game fade into a memory, the company unexpectedly dropped a 3.0 update chock-full of new features, which was very smart timing for the game's release on Switch 2.

While it's not the new game Animal Crossing fans are hoping for, it's a great reason to pick up your Switch again (or replay the whole game on Switch 2). If the new content has you deep in the throes of nostalgia, you might be thrilled to learn that Hori also has a a brand-new line of New Horizons accessories coming, including Switch 2 controllers, carrying pouches, and the cutest game card holders you've ever seen.

While these items are specifically for the Japanese market, you can preorder them now via Play-Asia. The collection will be released on June 30, with pricing starting at $10. Read on for some of our favorite picks.

Celeste on a Starry Night Horipad Turbo for Nintendo Switch $70 | Releases June 30

The first of the two Animal Crossing Horipad Turbo models is called Celeste on a Starry Night. This gorgeous purple controller features a semi-transparent casing dotted with shooting stars, trees, and houses, as well as Celeste herself, peeking out next to the D-pad.

Like all of Hori's Turbo models, this controller provides continuous input while holding a button. Another handy feature is button lock, which prevents accidental inputs during gameplay. You also get a profile save function so you can save two custom profiles and easily swap between the two. The controller is wireless and battery life lasts roughly 10 hours on a single charge, while it takes about three hours to charge back up.

This controller works with all versions of the Switch, including the original, Switch 2, Lite, and OLED models.

DIY Life Horipad Turbo for Nintendo Switch $70 | Releases June 30

The second of the two Animal Crossing Horipad Turbo models is called DIY Life and has a cozy natural wood finish with light brown sticks, D-pad, and shoulder buttons, giving it a timeless aesthetic. You also see more of the series' famed faces here, including Tom Nook, Timmy and Tommy, Isabelle, Blathers, and the inimitable K.K. Slider.

This controller has all the same functionality of the Celeste on a Starry Night model but is an ideal pick if you love the neutral wood look.

Celeste on a Starry Night Puff Pouch For Nintendo Switch 2 $35 | Releases June 30

If you love the chill nighttime vibe of the Celeste on a Starry Night controller, you'll probably love this matching carrying case too. It features a quilted design to give your console a bit of extra padding for protection. The design is light purple with a darker purple edge and carrying strap and shows off the moon and shooting stars, along with familiar Animal Crossing icons along the bottom. As an extra touch, the two zipper pulls are shooting star fragments. If you're planning on taking your Switch on the go, this is a very cute way to do so.

DIY Life Puff Pouch For Nintendo Switch 2 $35 | Releases June 30

If you opt for neutrals in your gaming accessories or just happen to have a soft spot for Tommy and Timmy, this carrying case is going to be the one for you. With a beige plaid background reminiscent of a picnic blanket, a dark brown edge and carrying strap, and zipper pulls shaped like the signature Animal Crossing leaf, it's adorable in every way. Tommy and Timmy are also embroidered on the front, ready to do business as usual.

Check out the rest of the collection at Play-Asia below.

Animal Crossing New Horizons Hori Collection

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