Animal Crossing for 3DS is coming a lot sooner than people were anticipating. Known in Japan as Tobidase Doubutsu no Mori (literally: Pop Out! Animal Crossing), has been saddled with a fall 2012 release date.
The game’s title gives pretty big hints about the game play: it’s going to utilize the 3DS’ 3D feature to its full potential. No details were elaborated on other than some footage was shown.
Animal Crossing is set as a ’2012′ release in both North America and Europe, but it can be safely assumed that the game will be released in Fall 2012 in both regions.