Hori has just unveiled a new batch of Animal Crossing New Horizons Switch 2 accessories that are so cute they've brought a twinkle to my eye. Announced on the official Hori Japan page, they're set to launch in Japan on June 30th and center around the star-gazing Celeste and Tom Nook.
There's an aptly named "Celeste and the Starry Night" line for those who prefer the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories to have a bit of sparkle, and the "DIY Life" range for those who prefer a cottage core aesthetic instead. The Celeste products are definitely what first caught my eye, as they include a purple translucent Horipad Turbo wireless controller and a matching case that look just as magnificent as the meteor showers New Horizons they're based on.
It's the brand's Horipad Turbo controller that's been transformed with the sparkly Celeste-themed look for this new product line. Thankfully, unlike the Gengar and Mimikyu Hori accessories, Hori has ensured it's the wireless version of the controller that's been used, which means there's no distracting (and somewhat ugly) wire to get in the way.
Though even if there was an ugly wire attached, it would be a challenge to pull attention away from the stunning upcoming gamepad. Besides its deep translucent purple chassis, Celeste can be found sitting on the left grip. She looks cute enough, but it's the meteor shower print with its lovely white sparkles that steals the show. The design feels super fitting too, as Celeste will be on your island in New Horizons each time there's a meteor shower, giving you a chance to grab some star fragments to create a range of cute star-themed items.
The matching case is just as stellar. It features the same imagery of Celeste on the front, as well as the white sparkling meteor showing print, but Hori went the extra mile to include star fragments for the zippers. But if I could make a wish on a star to make the line better, I would have wanted the inclusion of a headset, just like the DIY Life line.
The DIY Life range of Switch 2 goodies includes a wired Nintendo Switch headset, which is overflowing with cute details. Images of Timmy and Tommy Nook can be found inside the earcups, and the pair of cups gives off a look as if it were crafted using the in-game workbench and logs of wood.
Judging from the 'DIY Life' name and the rest of the line, this definitely feels like a deliberate design choice. This range also includes a wood-effect controller, which includes engraved images of a ton of characters, including Tom Nook, Isabelle, and even Blathers. I can't be certain if Hori has used actual wood for the pad, as the official product page at the Hori Japan Store is in Japanese, but even if it's not real, it still looks pretty convincing.
Just like the Celeste and Starry Night line, it's another wireless Horipad Turbo controller that's been used. So you'll not only get a unique design, but TMR thumbsticks, an up to 10-hour battery life, Bluetooth, and support for the older Switch, Switch OLED, and Switch Lite handhelds. There's no amiibo compatibility or HD rumble to be found however, which could be an issue if you like to frequently use your Animal Crossing NFC figures.
If you want some cute Hori accessories without the wait, the Hori Eevee Cottage Core line is out right now, and includes everything from a Switch 2 controller, Switch 2 pouch, and a case to store your games.
Puff Pouch (Eevee Cottage Core) $36.99 at Best Buy
HORIPAD Turbo (Eevee Cottage Core) Wired Controller $44.99 at Best Buy
24-Game Card Case (Eevee Cottage Core) $12.99 at Amazon
The DIY Life line also includes a quilted case. It features Timmy and Tommy Nook sitting on a white and orange plaid pattern, and swaps the star fragment zippers for little leaf details that look exactly like the 25-year-old game series' logo. This design is also found on the Switch 2 Shoulder Pouch, which goes a step further to include a tiny bell bag motif.
Both the DIY Life and the Celeste and the Starry Night accessories are officially licensed from Nintendo, and are available from Amazon Japan on June 30. If you don't feel like dealing with import fees, you can join me in keeping my fingers crossed that Hori will release these products in the US and UK soon, too. I'll maybe make a wish on a star if that'll help get them here sooner.
- View all Hori Animal Crossing accessories at Amazon Japan
- View all Animal Crossing accessories at Amazon
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