Animal Crossing: New Horizons has taken the gaming world by storm, captivating players with its charming gameplay and endless possibilities. As your virtual island and its inhabitants become near and dear to your heart, the thought of starting over from scratch when getting a new Nintendo Switch may seem daunting. Fortunately, Nintendo has provided a solution for this dilemma – the ability to transfer your Animal Crossing data to a new console. In this article, we will guide you through the process, ensuring that your beloved island remains intact.
First and foremost, it’s worth noting that data transfer is only possible if you have both a source console (the old one) and a target console (the new one). Additionally, both consoles must be updated to the latest system software version and connected to the internet.
To begin the transfer process, follow these steps:
1. On your source console, access the System Settings by navigating to the HOME menu and selecting the gear icon.
2. Scroll down and select “Data Management” from the options.
3. Choose “Transfer Your Save Data” and then “Next.”
4. Select “Send Save Data to Another Console” and then “Next” again.
5. On the target console, access the System Settings in the same way as before.
6. Follow the same steps as above until you reach the point where it asks you to “Receive Save Data.”
7. Now, both consoles should be ready to transfer the data. Make sure they are close to each other.
8. On your source console, select the user whose data you want to transfer.
9. Review the transferable data and select the desired save data.
10. Choose “Send” and select “Yes” to start the transfer.
11. On the target console, select the user to whom you want to transfer the data.
12. Choose “Receive” and select “Yes” to start the data transfer.
13. The transfer process will begin, and you’ll need to wait until it completes. It may take a few minutes, depending on the size of your save data.
14. Once the transfer is finished, you will be notified, and you can start playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons on your new console with all your saved progress and island intact!
It’s important to note that the data transfer service only allows you to move your save data from one console to another. It does not merge or combine save data from two consoles onto one. Additionally, any customization settings made on the old console, such as button configurations or user settings, will not be transferred. You will need to set these up manually on your new console.
Moreover, it’s crucial to be aware that save data transfers are permanent. Once the data is moved to the new console, it will be deleted from the source console. Therefore, it is recommended to double-check all the data before initiating the transfer.
In conclusion, transferring your Animal Crossing: New Horizons data to a new Nintendo Switch allows you to continue your island life adventure without losing your hard-earned progress. By following the steps provided in this guide, you can seamlessly bring all your beloved residents, your meticulously decorated island, and countless hours of gameplay to your new console. So, hop into your virtual world and get ready for new horizons!