Summary
AnAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsplayer has recreated the iconic shower scene from Chris Columbus’ 1992 Christmas movieHome Alone 2: Lost in New York. The scene in question features Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister fooling Tim Curry’s Mr. Hector into thinking the boy’s father is showering with music playing in the background, instead of staying in the lavish Plaza Hotel himself.New Horizons’ slew of cosmetics and expressive avatars are varied enough to recreate several pop culture scenes with added comical value.
Nintendo’s social simulation game was released in 2020, during the height of the pandemic, and provided gamers with some joyful island-building while connecting with family and friends. The game is still very popular four years later, and players were recently treated to the inclusion ofPocket Camp Completeafter the original 2017 game reached its end of service. SomeAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsfans hope a controversialPocket Campfeature is implemented in the next gameby Nintendo, which would broaden the gameplay horizons of the long-running franchise.
Posted on Reddit by NorthernFusionGames, a one-minute video was posted on theAnimal Crossingsubreddit featuring a recreation ofHome Alone 2’s shower scene with avatars from the game. Kevin and Mr Hector’s expressions were reimagined perfectly in the animation, and a mix of the blow-up clown doll Kevin uses and the likeness of his grumpy Uncle Frank was also achieved. This isn’t the first timeHome Alonehas been recreated in a video game, however, asThe Sims 4player built Kevin’s housein the life sim.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Player Recreates Home Alone 2 Shower Scene
Out of thesixHome Alonemovies,Home Alone 2: Lost in New Yorkremains fans’ favorite, beating even Chris Columbus’ original 1990 entry, and theNew Horizonsanimation was a huge hit with the film and gaming comminuties. Redditors thought the creator should get some kind of award from Nintendo for their ability to match the movie’s cinematography and energy though in-game cosmetics. Others stated the animation was a delight to watch, leaving several fans with smiles on their faces, and the demand for more scenes to be made followed.
Fans of the movies may be surprised to know thatHome Alonehas a history in video games, including titles on the NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, and PlayStation 2.Lost in New York,in particular, received a side-scrolling beat-em-up title in 1992, where players would navigate the concrete jungle and visit memorable locations and characters from the film, including the lobby boys at the Plaza Hotel, the birds at Central Park, and the Wet Bandits.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
WHERE TO PLAY
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. you’re able to hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.Show off your island utopia to family and friends—or pack your bags and visit theirs. Whether playing online** or with others beside you***, island living is even better when you can share it. Even without hopping on a flight, you’ll meet a cast of charming animal residents bursting with personality. Friendly faces like Tom Nook and Isabelle will lend their services and happily help you grow your budding community. Escape to your island getaway—however, whenever, and wherever you want.
