Recent discoveries among fans of Animal Crossing: New Horizons have unveiled a delightful hidden feature involving dinosaur fossils, shared in a captivating Reddit post. In this charming island management game, players encounter a variety of collectibles, including fossils from dinosaurs and other extinct creatures. These fossils can be examined and appraised by Blathers, the diligent museum curator owl, with many eventually displayed in the island’s museum. While some players choose to use extra fossils for decorative purposes, a surprise awaits those who do so.
In a post by user BRAIN__WORMS, a brief video showcases how interacting with a Triceratops fossil head causes it to move. This revelation sparked excitement among many players who were unaware of this interactive feature within the beloved game. Notably, only four fossils offer this interactive experience, turning their discovery into a thrilling surprise for fans of the game.
Which Dinosaur Fossils Are Interactive in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
Interactive Elements Are Limited to Select Fossils
The interactive feature found in dinosaur fossils is confined to just a few displays. Although the ability to interact with them has been known, it remains a rare and hidden occurrence that continues to be rediscovered by players. The following fossils can come to life when displayed around the island:
- Tyrannosaurus Rex skull
- Triceratops skull
- Prachycephalosaurus skull
- Spinosaurus skull
Players will find that these fossils react uniquely upon interaction. For example, the T-Rex’s mouth opens and closes, while the Triceratops gently moves its head up and down. Importantly, only the skull portion of the fossils is interactive; other segments like the body or tail do not trigger any movements. Moreover, you don’t need to display a complete skeleton; featuring the frontal part alone is sufficient for the animation to occur.
Five Years On, Animal Crossing: New Horizons Still Holds Secrets
Players Continue to Find New Features After Hours of Gameplay
The animated fossils evoke nostalgia for many, reminiscent of the movie “Night at the Museum,”where dinosaur fossils animate their surroundings. For others, this discovery serves as a testament to the myriad Easter eggs and hidden gems embedded within this cherished Nintendo title. Over the years, players have uncovered surprises such as dancing skeletons and playable ocarinas.
In response to the startling discovery, Reddit user BlackInkGalaxy expressed their astonishment, noting their extensive gameplay of nearly 950 hours without realizing this feature existed. Such continual revelations emphasize the enduring charm of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, leaving fans eager to discover more as they await future releases from Nintendo.
Source: BRAIN__WORMS/Reddit, BlackInkGalaxy/Reddit