Animal Crossing: New Horizons the player assumes control of a character who, after buying a vacation package from Tom Nook, relocates to a remote island, completes certain chores, and builds the island as they see fit. They may gather resources, make things by hand, decorate the island, and turn it into a settlement of anthropomorphic animals. In the game you may escape to a remote island and make your own paradise by exploring, creating, and customizing. Natural materials are abundant on your island hideaway and may be used to create everything from tools to creature comforts.