10 Best Animal Crossing Gifts Perfect For Holiday 2024

Despite the last major update that Animal Crossing received to its mainline series was nearly 3 years ago, the franchise remains alive and loved by players everywhere. For this reason, it remains on the holiday shopping lists for many, year after year, but with so many options to choose from, it can be hard to narrow down the right gift.

Aside from just the games themselves, Animal Crossing has everything from plushies to clothing for players to choose from when making their holiday wishlists. However, while the cozy options may seem like a given, plenty of other items are out there, so players can find something to suit the taste of anyone they are shopping for.

10 Animal Crossing: New Horizons + Happy Home Paradise DLC

List Price: $84.98

If the person one is shopping for has refused to make the jump from Animal Crossing: New Leaf, then maybe this is the time to get it for them. Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the latest mainline game release, specifically for the Nintendo Switch, and although it is several years old at this point, it still has plenty to offer new players. Furthermore, the base game can now be purchased with the Happy Home Paradise DLC as an Animal Crossing bundle from the Nintendo store.

Several fans who have been playing since day one still regularly put long hours into this game, so the player will be guaranteed to have hours, weeks, and maybe even months of enjoyment. Furthermore, even though the Switch 2’s release is on the horizon, Nintendo has confirmed backward compatibility, so the game will still work even if they potentially update their console in the coming year.

9 CultureFly Collectors Box – Animal Crossing

List Price: $30.00-$35.00

For those looking for a unique and complete gift, the CultureFly Animal Crossing Collector’s Boxes are a great option. Currently, there are five different variants that all contain different items and designs, so one can select the one that feels the most appropriate for the person you’re shopping for. Additionally, if shopping for several Animal Crossing fans, this is a great way to buy matching gifts of equal value that aren’t completely identical.

Some common inclusions inside the Collector’s Boxes include journals, blankets, accessories, and a bag. Although the boxes are mostly themed around Animal Crossing: New Horizons specifically, the objects inside are general enough that any Animal Crossing fan should enjoy the box selected for them. The boxes can be found directly on CultureFly’s website or in other retail locations like GameStop. However, other retailers may have a more limited supply, so be sure to have a look around.

8 LEGO Animal Crossing Kit

List Price: $9.99-$79.99

Given that Animal Crossing is such a cozy game, it seems fitting that the best thing to gift a fan is something that combines that comfy feeling with the love for Animal Crossing in a new way. Although LEGO has its own niche following, hundreds of new builders have dipped their toes in the LEGO world purely because of the collaboration products they offer, which present a fun little project that can be displayed once completed.

Although the collection isn’t as big as other collaborations, there are still plenty of Animal Crossing LEGO Kit options, including Isabelle’s house and Nook’s Cranny. However, perhaps one of the most popular options is K.K.’s Concert At The Plaza. The Plaza is the heart of Animal Crossing, and the concert is what the technical story all builds up to. This is a great way to give something that can serve as a reminder of all the hard work accomplished in Animal Crossing.

7 Nintendo’s Animal Crossing Plush

List Price: $14.99

A plush is one of the safest bets when shopping for Animal Crossing fans. Not only are they cozy like Animal Crossing itself, but depending on their size, they serve as a cuddle buddy or adorable desk companion. Nintendo specifically sells a few themselves that are perfectly sized, around 7″, for occupying a shelf.

Unfortunately, Nintendo doesn’t currently offer a large variety to choose from, but the biggest icons are present. So one can gift the lovely Isabelle, the talented K.K. Slider, or, if the friend hasn’t had enough of Tom Nook’s pestering, the Tanooki himself. Regardless of the choice, each one will surely bring the vibes of Animal Crossing to everyday life.

6 Nintendo’s The Roost Collection

List Price: $14.99-$49.99

If you know the specifics of your friend’s Animal Crossing habits, and they have a soft spot for Brewster’s Café, then perhaps something from Nintendo’s The Roost Collection would suit them best. Though the collection is small, it features everything from coffee grinders to tea cups to clothing, so one can bring the feel of The Roost to life.

While the Coffee Grinder may be more of a niche item for fans who enjoy brewing their coffee at home and experimenting with other brewing methods, the other options should make a great gift for just about anyone. The one that stands out from the collection, however, is The Comfort In A Cup Ceramic Drink Set. This cup and saucer are nearly identical to the ones Brewster serves to players in Animal Crossing, so coffee or tea can be enjoyed just as it is in the game.

5 Animal Crossing Build-A-Bear

List Price: $44.00 $22.00

Perhaps one of the best deals one can find on an Animal Crossing gift for the holidays is from Build-A-Bear. A while back, Build-A-Bear launched a collaboration with Animal Crossing that specifically featured Isabelle and Tom Nook. Even though the collaboration isn’t recent, both of these Build-A-Bears can still be purchased right now. Even better, Build-A-Bear is currently selling them for half of their original price, which is a steal considering how many times they sold out.

Although the choices are limited to two characters, there are many reasons to choose these plushies over another. Firstly, if the plush is intended to be more of a cuddly companion than a decorative item, it is larger, making it perfect for hugging. Secondly, as Build-A-Bear often does, Isabelle and Tom Nook can be fitted with either their phrases or some of the music from Animal Crossing, including the opening theme. For such a fair price, it’s almost hard to beat this adorable bundle.

4 Animal Crossing Apparel

List Price: $14.99+

Everyone needs clothing, but very few people often buy it for themselves. For this reason, if one know the size and style of the person being gifted, shirts can make great gifts. Not only is clothing a necessity, but it’s also a great way for people to express themselves, including showing off their favorite game, like Animal Crossing. Although Nintendo itself does not sell much in terms of apparel, other officially licensed pop-culture shops do, and their designs are often unique and captivating.

For example, the Animal Crossing shirts at Hot Topic feature everything from the Bug Collection to The Roost in ways that one don’t often see on simplified logo or character shirts. So, whether the gift receiver enjoys a classic meme t-shirt or a vintage-style feel, there should be something to suit anyone’s taste and budget since they often run sales on these items.

3 Nintendo Switch Case – Animal Crossing

List Price: $14.99-$49.99

Although the best way to play Animal Crossing is undoubtedly cuddling up under a blanket with a warm beverage nearby, sometimes it’s necessary to take it on the go. Players must have a safe way to transport their Switch when those times arise. Although it can be thrown into most bags, it risks having the screen scratched or the analog sticks broken if it’s not properly cared for. For this reason, a Nintendo Switch case is a basic necessity for any owner and something that’s not included.

Thankfully, they’re relatively inexpensive and offer a plethora of designs, including ones modeled around Animal Crossing. Most cases are built similarly, with a strap to keep the Switch secure inside, room for a charger, and maybe a couple of games. Nintendo even offers one, the ACNHNintendo Switch Sling Bag, that functions as a bag itself if it suits the taste of your gift recipient. If not, there are also several other traditional cases with ACNH designs.

2 ACNH Amiibo & Amiibo Cards

List Price: $5.99+

As with most first-party Nintendo games, ACNH offers a unique lineup of Amiibo figures that also offer in-game rewards. Animal Crossing also offers what is arguably the largest collection of Amiibo functionality, with ACNH Amiibo cards of basically every character in the game. Although these cards don’t offer a figurine with them and typically come in randomized packs, the rewards are no less beneficial, making ACNH Amiibos a must-have for every player.

Every Animal Crossing player knows the headache of living with villagers who are not exactly a first choice. Still, little can be done about it unless players happen upon a villager they would like to replace. However, with Amiibo cards, players have the power to customize their entire village completely. Note, however, that while these are sold in large retail stores like Target, they can still be hard to find, and the deals are often better in-store than online.

1 Animal Crossing Pocket Camp Complete

List Price: $9.99

Most Animal Crossing fans have heard of the Animal Crossing Pocket Camp mobile app, and while many invested time in it, others were not very keen on downloading something riddled with microtransactions. However, now is the perfect time to play, as the original app has been discontinued, and a new complete version has been launched. Animal Crossing Pocket Camp Complete is the same game but finished, meaning there are no more microtransactions, and all content is available.

However, the trade-off is that ACPCC has a one-time cost of around $10, which is expected to increase after the holidays. Whether the person being gifted has played the original or not, this mobile game is a great addition to the mobile device of any Animal Crossing fan, and gifting through the app store is as simple as going to the app’s main page, selecting share, and selecting the gift app option.

Source: Nintendo, CultureFly, LEGO, Hot Topic, Target