Animal Crossing Theme Song Cover Songs

Relive the joy of the game even when you’re not playing by listening to Animal Crossing Theme Song Cover Songs. Animal Crossing New Horizons was one of the happy moments of the Pandemic. It brought people together and brought them joy in one of the bleakest circumstances.

“Make friends with adorable animal villagers and have fun creating a world of your own in the Animal Crossing series.” ~Introduction on Animal Crossing Official

This Nintendo game quickly became the first console game to hit five million digital sales within a single month. The high sales are often attributed to the social distancing orders during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Fun Fact:K.K. Slider,  the canine travelling musician, is based on series composer Kazumi Totaka, and plays on certain nights in the town’s club.

The music of Animal Crossing New Horizon is created by a combined effort of Yasuaki Iwata, Yumi Takahashi,  Shinobu Nagata, Sayako Doi and Masato Ohashi. Check out the whole Animal Crossing New Horizons right here on Spotify.

Fun Fact:K.K. Slider provides players with a free copy of his songs, claiming that his music, “wants to be free”. Some fans say that this is canon support for music piracy on the part of Nintendo. Though Nintendo denies it saying it was meant as social commentary. 

Animal Crossing Theme Song Cover Songs

An increasing number of fans have uploaded inventive covers of the game’s theme songs, reimagining them in a variety of musical genres and styles. This vibrant engagement with the franchise underscores the strong sense of community that Animal Crossing has cultivated, where players not only enjoy the game but also showcase their creativity and appreciation for its world. Whether through art, music, or fan theories, the game’s influence continues to resonate long after the player logs off. In the end, Animal Crossing has proven to be much more than just a game—it is a global phenomenon that nurtures joy, creativity, and connection, establishing it as an enduring treasure in the world of gaming.

On that note, here are some covers of the theme song for New Horizons.

“New Horizons Theme” SKA-Jazz Cover by Ska Tune Network

“Welcome Horizons” cover by FluteCookies

“New Horizons Theme” by gabocarina96. And yes, that is an ocarina.

“New Horizons Theme” Cover by Longestsoloever feat. Brian Antonio

“New Horizons Theme” Cover by FamilyJules

Comment below which Animal Crossing Theme Song Cover Songs is your favourite!!

Animal Crossing has undoubtedly carved a special place in the hearts of millions, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a much-needed escape from the isolation of lockdowns. The game’s unique blend of life-simulation mechanics, paired with its calming aesthetic, allowed players to immerse themselves in a world where they could connect with charming animal villagers and design their ideal homes and towns. As the pandemic unfolded, Animal Crossing’s soothing gameplay and focus on community-building offered a sense of normalcy and social connection, filling a void that many people experienced in real life. As a result, the game quickly garnered immense popularity, setting new records for digital sales upon its release and cementing its status as one of the most beloved franchises in modern gaming history.