Animal Crossing Comes to Life at SEA LIFE Aquarium in East Rutherford

Nintendo is bringing a one-of-a-kind interactive experience to New Jersey this spring, and it’s perfect for families and gaming fans alike. The Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour is running now through June 21 at SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium, located at American Dream in East Rutherford, and admission is included with the cost of a general aquarium ticket.

Inspired by the beloved Animal Crossing: New Horizons video game, the tour layers familiar characters and themed activities on top of SEA LIFE’s aquatic exhibits. Visitors can pose at fun photo opportunities set against aquarium-themed backdrops featuring characters from the game, and on select days, fans can meet and greet Isabelle, Tom Nook, or K.K. Slider in person. Character standees are also on display throughout, including Kapp’n making his aquarium tour debut.

On select days, guests can pick up Animal Crossing: New Horizons themed patches featuring fan-favorite characters while supplies last, and even play the latest update of the game on-site to get a preview of what awaits on their own virtual island.

 For full details and to plan your visit, head to https://www.visitsealife.com/new-jersey/whats-inside/events/animal-crossing-aquarium-tour/

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