Animal Crossing: New Horizons first took the hearts of many backs at its initial release in March 2020. The seven-year wait meant that new addition to the franchise was definitely overdue. Although some players have described having a loss of motivation to play, trending dream islands are definitely one to convince us to pick up our Nintendo Switches again.
Impressive isn't the word for some of the dream islands in the Animal Crossing world. The creativity of many players has created a trend of extremely humorous memes and puts our islands to shame. But what's to say that visiting these islands in the dream suite won't increase our creativity and spark our inspiration?
10 Porthaven (Jungle Themed)
This island is definitely an example of creativeness at its finest. Loosely based on the city of Peru with its megadiverse climate, the island of Porthaven features rainforests, mountains, deserts and arid coastal regions. All of these features are creatively recreated and you can't miss them.
The views are simply stunning which is difficult to find on an Animal Crossing island. With surges of greenery and the appearance of overgrown shrubbery, you'll have yourselves contemplating whether you're even playing the same game as this creator. Even with its own recreation of a tiny deserted island, this dream island really isn't one to miss.
Dream Address: DA-1305-6763-1020
9 Sinagtala (Maze Themed)
When you visit your next themed dream island, why don't you make it a challenging one? Sinagtala is well known for its complex maze theme and hours of fun. The Filipino-made island is currently at its fourth version! The dream address has been visited 1,500+ times for Versions 3 and 4.
With version 4 having a completion rate of only 9 per cent, it's impossible to not want to give it a go. The average run time sits at 3 hours. With popularity only growing for this incredibly creative island, the competitive streak in us to complete this maze is only increasing. Version 1 simply started as an obstacle course and has successfully adapted to what it is today. Would you dare give it a try?
Dream Address: DA-7011-1523-2714
8 Tatooine (Jurassic Park Themed)
If you're a fan of the Jurassic Park movies then look no further. An island dedicated to the Jurassic Park movies? Yes, please! With over 200 hours of gameplay, this island is a must-see. Try to look for the hidden easter egg that the player's dream character says when you engage in conversation.
The vibrant colors and dinosaur fossils will have you thinking that you've truly gone back in time to witness these prehistoric creatures. And if that doesn't inspire your interest enough, a small reference to a certain famous green ogre.
Dream Address: DA-7410-6451-7708
7 Hogsmeade (Harry Potter Themed)
Harry Potter dream islands will never get old. The island of Hogsmeade will have all of your Harry Potter fantasies coming to life again. Do you have a favourite Harry Potter movie or location? Then this island is the one to visit.
With recreations of locations throughout the eight movies, this island creator truly has let no idea pass by. If you're a fan of the hugely successful franchise then you can't miss out on visiting the dream island of Hogsmeade. The dream-like aesthetic adds to the realism that you're living your Harry Potter fantasy like never before.
Dream Island: DA-6652-5257-4623
6 Cabbage (Cottagecore And Farming Themed)
The island of Cabbage brings all of your cottagecore and farming dreams to life. Seriously, how do creators have this much imaginations? With the usage of items like bamboo, barbed wire and even overgrown weeds, it compliments the island's cottagecore and farming aesthetic perfectly.
Recreating churches, rice paddies, farms, and even wet markets, the island took over a year to be created. The creator himself has even created short films of his island as he puts his creativity on show. These films took over two months to create!
Dream Address: DA-0749-9412-1502
5 Motostoke (Rustic Industrial Themed)
If you're looking for realism, then any island created by the streamer, Horrible Gaming, is one to look out for. The rustic and industrial themed island of Motostoke is truly incredible. With scattered objects across the ground and even its own train station, you'll want to live in this dream forever.
The streamer loves to create an island that has people contemplating whether they've even still playing Animal Crossing! Using in-game items that you've never even thought of, it definitely will get your creative minds racing with ideas even if it's to flatten your whole island... Again.
Dream Address: DA-7708-8803-8488
4 Twinfalls (Forest Themed)
Using naturalism to its finest, the island of Twinfalls is evidently one of the best and most creative forests that you will have ever seen in Animal Crossing. With a huge log bridge made of creative QR codes and buildable items, it ties the forest-themed island of Twinfalls perfectly.
Rocks, greenery and wood are the main aesthetic of this island. This island is a true example of being simple but effective and it's utterly perfect. Isabelle is known to rank down islands for any overuse of trees but this island definitely gets a 5 star from us.
Dream Address: DA-2103-3641-9506
3 Lupita Island (Celestial Themed)
There is no doubt in our minds that Celeste loves the island of Lupita. This celestial themed island puts all intergalactic dreams to life. You'll feel like you can defy gravity in this dream island (literally.)
Put your best space suit on to celebrate this island's theme in its optimism. With space shuttles, rockets, and even stars dotted around the island, make sure to use your best photography skills to the test to capture these unique moments as you've never seen them before.
Dream Address: DA-5283-5575-6357
2 Evee (Bridgerton Themed)
For all the Bridgerton lovers out there, your dreams have just come true. No pun intended. A dream island based on the popular Netflix show itself is definitely a show of amazing creativity. With over 1,000 hours of gameplay, there is no stone left unturned to bring all these fantasy dreams to life.
Based in 19th century London, specifically the Bridgerton location of Clyvedon village, Evee island has all references to the popular series, including the Bridgerton house, the Queen's castle, royal gardens, the maze, men's club, opera, and even Lady Whistledown's secret painting area.
Dream Address: DA-4231-3415-6962
1 Hiun City (Japanese Citycore Themed)
This Japanese city-themed island is jaw-droppingly stunning. With the added touch of pink blossom trees, you'll truly feel as if you're in Japan. With aesthetic lanterns and an abundance of pink and green plant shrubbery, you will be awe-stricken.
With the illusion of Japanese apartments, the Animal Crossing island puts you in city heaven. The dream island has hours of crafted gameplay and it clearly shows! When visiting this beautifully created dream island make sure to admire the glowing sunset to take the island in for its optimistic quality.
Dream Address: DA-8290-4891-4706