The Next Animal Crossing Could Work Wonders With a Long Overdue Switch 2 Feature

Nintendo hasn’t announced a new Animal Crossing yet, but let’s be honest—it’s only a matter of time. With the Switch 2 on the horizon, it’s practically guaranteed that the next entry in the series will end up on Nintendo’s new hardware. And while the more powerful tech will bring obvious benefits like better visuals and faster load times, it’s actually one of the Switch 2’s new social features that could be a real game-changer. That feature is GameChat, a built-in voice chat system exclusive to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. Unlike the awkward voice chat options on the original Switch, GameChat is baked directly into the console and is meant to provide a smoother, more integrated multiplayer experience. For a franchise like Animal Crossing—where social interaction is the whole point—that could make a huge difference.