Animal Crossing - New Leaf (どうぶつの森ニューリーフ) is a life simulation video game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS. The game is the fourth installment in the Animal Crossing series, where the player takes on the role of the mayor of a new town. The goal of the game is to make the town a better place to live by completing tasks, interacting with the townsfolk, and building relationships with other characters. The game features a wide variety of activities, such as fishing, bug catching, and fossil hunting, as well as the ability to customize the player's house and town. Animal Crossing - New Leaf also introduces new features, such as the ability to customize the player's character and the ability to visit other players' towns. With its charming visuals and lighthearted gameplay, Animal Crossing - New Leaf is sure to provide hours of fun for all ages.