Fishing in Animal Crossing: New Horizons has taken an interesting turn, as players have discovered the ability to cast their lines from elevated positions. This new technique has brought fresh excitement to a community that continues to explore and enjoy the game, even after five years since its release.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons has undeniably been a towering success for Nintendo, solidifying its place as the second-best-selling game for the Nintendo Switch. Since its release on March 20, 2020, it has captivated players with its charm and continues to hold their interest. As the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating what the next iteration of the series might bring. With the franchise’s 25th anniversary looming in 2026, there’s buzz around possible celebratory surprises from Nintendo. However, as of now, there’s been no official confirmation regarding either a new installment or special anniversary events.
In an enlightening post on Reddit, user Ok-Bee-734 revealed a clever fishing hack: players can cast their lines downward from higher ground to reach water at a lower elevation, saving time and effort spent climbing. Fishing has always been a beloved activity in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, offering players countless hours of engaging gameplay as they strive to collect every possible fish. While ladders are the conventional method for transitioning between levels, the simplicity of casting downward provides a speedy alternative—thanks to the ingenuity shared by Ok-Bee-734.
Even years later, it’s not uncommon for Animal Crossing: New Horizons enthusiasts to come across new strategies that benefit the broader player base. One innovative gamer has even figured out a safer method to catch those tricky, pesky scorpions.
For those eager to move to the Nintendo Switch 2, there’s good news. Nintendo has assured players that transferring their cherished Animal Crossing: New Horizons island to the new console will be a straightforward process. However, once the transfer is complete, their original Nintendo Switch will no longer have access to the island or saved games. With a new console on the horizon and the excitement surrounding the 25th anniversary, the future of Animal Crossing seems very promising to its legion of fans.
