The Complete Guide to Fruits in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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The world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons (ACNH) is filled with charm, creativity, and, of course, a plethora of resources to collect and utilize. Among these, fruits stand out as a fundamental element of gameplay. But what exactly are the fruits available? Let’s dive deep into the delicious world of ACNH fruits and explore everything you need to know.
What are the Six Fruits in ACNH?
There are six types of fruit you can find, cultivate, and trade in Animal Crossing: New Horizons:
- Apples: These classic red fruits are a staple in the Animal Crossing world and are one of the five standard fruits that can be native to your island.
- Cherries: The vibrant red and juicy cherries are another of the standard five and often sought after by players.
- Coconuts: The tropical coconut, despite not growing on a standard tree, is still considered a fruit in the game, obtainable from palm trees.
- Oranges: These round, bright orange fruits add a splash of color to any island and are also one of the five standard fruits.
- Peaches: Soft, pink-toned peaches are a delightful addition to your fruit basket and are one of the core five.
- Pears: These green and yellow fruits are a unique shape and complete the six fruit varieties.
These six fruits make up the core of what you can find on your adventures. Each has its unique value, both in terms of trading with other players and fulfilling in-game needs.
Understanding Native, Sister, and Non-Native Fruits
Before getting into how to gather these tasty treats, it’s crucial to understand some key terms. When you begin your ACNH adventure, your island will be assigned one of the five standard fruits as its native fruit. This fruit will grow naturally on your island and can be found in abundance from the start. The other standard fruits that are not native to your island are considered non-native fruits.
There is also a concept of a sister fruit. Your sister fruit is the additional fruit (of the five standard fruits) that is commonly found on the mystery islands you can visit with Nook Miles Tickets. It is a second easily available fruit type in your game. It’s important to note that only one sister fruit type is possible in your game at any given time, and is usually different than your native fruit.
How to Obtain All Six Fruits
Native Fruit
Your native fruit will be readily available on your island when you start the game. Simply look for the various fruit trees growing in your town and pick the fruits. These will always be abundant.
Coconuts
Coconuts can only be harvested from palm trees. Palm trees can only grow on your island’s beach. If you do not have palm trees, you will need to use a Nook Miles Ticket to visit a mystery island to obtain coconuts. Once you have some coconuts, you can plant them in the sand of your beach, or on other islands with sandy shorelines.
Non-Native Fruits and Sister Fruit
Obtaining all the non-native fruits usually requires exploring other islands or trading with other players. Here’s how:
- Nook Miles Ticket Mystery Islands: Use Nook Miles Tickets to travel to randomly generated mystery islands. While most will only contain your native fruit, you may encounter islands that will provide your sister fruit.
- Kapp’n Boat Tours: Take boat tours with Kapp’n to discover various islands that may hold different fruits. Some of these tours can bring you to islands where you can find non-native fruit, or even other fruits that can’t be your sister fruit.
- Visiting Other Players’ Islands: The most reliable method for getting all the non-native fruits is to visit other players’ islands, either via Dodo Code or by being added as a best friend.
- Gifts from Villagers: Occasionally, your villagers might send you non-native fruit as a gift in the mail. This is more random, but still helpful.
- Isabelle’s Gift: If you’re brand new to the game, Isabelle may reward you with a basket of non-native fruit after completing certain starter tasks.
Growing Your Own
Once you obtain a fruit, you can plant it by selecting it in your inventory and choosing the “Plant 1” option. Use a shovel to dig a hole in the ground where you want to plant the tree, and then bury the fruit. A small sapling will grow there, and in a few days, you’ll have a fully grown fruit tree. This is a great way to create your own personal orchard of all types of fruit.
Perfect Fruit
Perfect fruit is a unique variation of the five standard fruits that was present in some previous Animal Crossing games. In Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the perfect fruit is not a regular occurrence. Perfect Fruit has a gleaming sheen and was historically grown only in the town of creation, however, this feature is not present in ACNH.
Why Are Fruits Important?
Fruits in ACNH are more than just pretty decorations. They have several crucial functions:
- Selling for Bells: Fruits can be sold for Bells, the in-game currency. Non-native fruits sell for more, making them excellent for generating profit.
- Eating for Strength: Eating fruit temporarily boosts your character’s strength, allowing you to dig up entire trees or break rocks with a single shovel hit.
- Gifts: Fruits can be given to your villagers to improve relationships.
- Crafting and Cooking: Some fruits are used as ingredients in crafting recipes or cooking recipes that have been added in later updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the rarest fruit in Animal Crossing: New Horizons?
The rarest fruit isn’t really a fruit type, but the perfect fruit was very rare in past Animal Crossing games. While perfect fruit isn’t in the base game, you are still able to find and use them in some later DLC additions.
2. Can you get all fruit types on your own island?
No, the maximum variety you can naturally have in a single game is the native fruit and sister fruit. You will need to visit other islands to collect all types.
3. How do you get the sister fruit?
Sister fruit is commonly found when using a Nook Miles Ticket to explore mystery islands. It is not guaranteed on each trip but should appear more frequently than other non-native fruits.
4. What is the most popular fruit in ACNH?
While preferences vary, many players consider Coconuts a highly desirable fruit due to their versatility and the visual appeal of palm trees on the beach.
5. Can I grow all types of fruit on my island?
Yes, once you acquire a fruit, you can plant the fruit to grow its tree type. You can have all six fruit tree types growing on your island.
6. Can you get fruit by trading with Leif?
No, Leif does not trade fruits. He sells shrubs, flowers, and vegetable starts at the Harv’s Island market.
7. What happens when you eat 10 fruits in Animal Crossing?
Eating 10 fruits allows you to dig up entire trees or smash rocks with a shovel without needing to spend stamina. This is indicated by a power meter appearing next to your character.
8. Can I take fruits from Dream Islands?
No, when visiting dream islands you can pick up items, but you cannot take them with you. Any picked fruit will be restored when the next person visits.
9. Are there Bananas in ACNH?
No, bananas are not one of the core fruits in ACNH. They were present in some of the older Animal Crossing games.
10. Can I get all fruits from Mystery Islands?
Most mystery islands will provide only your native fruit. However, some rare islands might have your sister fruit or other non-native fruit in it, making each trip a possible surprise.
11. How do you get Isabelle to give you fruit?
Isabelle will sometimes gift a basket of fruit as a starter reward early in the game after the player performs a few minor tasks for her.
12. What is the most valuable fruit in Animal Crossing?
Non-native fruits sell for more than native fruit in the shops of your island. While all fruits have a similar value when sold, non-native fruit can provide a large influx of bells if sold on your island, and traded with friends.
13. Can you use fruit for recipes?
Yes, some fruit can be used in recipes, particularly those that were introduced in later updates. Always check your recipe list to see what you can cook.
14. How do I know which fruit is my native fruit?
Your native fruit will be what grows naturally in your town when you begin the game. You will find it on all the fruit trees and will only be one type at the beginning.
15. Are there any fruits that are not obtainable in ACNH?
Yes, some previous Animal Crossing games included fruits such as lemons, lychees, mangos, and bananas which are not present in ACNH.
In conclusion, the six fruits of Animal Crossing: New Horizons offer a diverse and vital part of the game. Understanding how to obtain, use, and trade them can greatly enhance your gameplay experience. Whether you’re a casual player or a dedicated island designer, mastering the fruit-filled world of ACNH is an essential part of enjoying the game. Happy fruit hunting!