How to Restart Your Island in Animal Crossing
Starting fresh on Animal Crossing? No prob! To restart your island, simply launch the game, press the '-' button on the Switch during the title screen to access the settings, and have a chat with Tom Nook. He's the go-to raccoon for all things island-reset. Just follow his prompts, and you'll be ready to sculpt your new paradise in no time!
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Hot take: Why restart? Part of the charm is rolling with the punches and making your island a reflection of your journey. Embrace the chaos!
I restarted my island because I totally botched my layout at the start. It's easy. On the title screen, just press the '-' button, talk to Tom Nook, and boom, you'll get the option to wipe the slate clean. It's like getting a second chance to make your island truly yours.
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