Animal Crossing just turned 25, here's how we're celebrating the anniversary in style

Hey, did you know that we've been in debt to Tom Nook or collecting fossils for Blathers for a quarter of a century? It's true. The franchise turns 25 this week, so I thought it was as good a time as any to gather up the best Animal Crossing merch to commemorate the occasion. Whether it's contenders for the best toys or accessories to add some New Horizons bling to your setup, there should be something to suit any need or budget here.

Personally, I'm all about the collectibles - I adore figures, amiibo, or Lego kits that I can plonk on my shelf to admire all year long, because it feels like bringing a slice of your favorite franchises into the real world. When it comes to the best Animal Crossing merch, there's certainly no shortage of that; you can find replicas of most major characters, alongside many villagers. However, that's just the tip of the iceberg. Switch controllers, carry cases, and a whole host more are available. Actually, the trouble is knowing where to start.

That's why the resident GamesRadar+ Animal Crossing fans and I have teamed up to bring you our favorite goodies here. Behold: we'd argue that this is the best Animal Crossing merch for the 25th anniversary and beyond.