Nintendo Changed Everything to Make Animal Crossing a Hit in the West

A significant alteration involved the incorporation of holidays. Traditional Japanese celebrations such as Children’s Day held little relevance for Western gamers, whereas events like Groundhog Day are unknown in Japan. To bridge this gap, the team decided to exchange Japanese holidays with those from the West. Even common holidays like New Year’s have distinct customs. In Japan, people visit Shinto shrines and consume special dishes, while in the U.S., we host parties and set off fireworks. The game mirrors these variations, making it more relatable for players worldwide.

Fede Alvarez Teases Going Into “Uncharted Waters” for ALIEN: ROMULUS Sequel

Rodo [Sayagues, my collaborator] and I are currently developing it, and we’re thrilled about its potential direction. We’ve essentially ticked off most of the boxes on my wish list for Romulus, and we’ve reintroduced elements that I had missed. Now, we’re venturing into unexplored territories. It’s going to be exhilarating to journey with characters familiar from this movie, to a part of the Alien universe never visited before, and to uncover sights never seen before.