How to Play Wii Animal Crossing

Controls

• 1

  Point the Wii remote at the screen and press the "A" button to move your character or open one of the menu options at the bottom of the screen.

• 2

  Use the control stick on the Nunchuk to walk around town. Press and hold the "B" or "Z" button to run.

• 3

  Press the "A" or "C" button to open doors, read signs, use tools or talk to other inhabitants of your town.

• 4

  Use the "B" or "Z" button to pick flowers or pick up items from the ground.

• 5

  Press the "+" or "-" button to open and scroll through menus.

• 6

  Press left or right on the Wii remote's control pad to switch tools. Press down on the control pad to return a tool to your inventory. Press up on the control pad to change your view.

• 7

  Press the "1" button to take a picture and the "2" button to display the photos you've taken.

Locations

• 8

  Visit Nook's Cranny to buy and sell items. Stand in front of an item or highlight it with the Wii remote and press the "A" button, then choose the "I'll take it" option to make a purchase. Speak to Tom Nook and say "I want to sell," then use the "A" button to select the items you wish to sell.

• 9

  Enter the Town Hall to pay off your mortgage, make deposits or withdrawals to your back account and send mail.

• 10

  Visit the Museum to have your fossils identified and to donate fish, fossils and insects to the museum's collection.

• 11

  Enter the Able Sisters' Shop to purchase new clothing and accessories and create new designs for your wardrobe.

• 12

  Take the bus to the city to visit exclusive stores such as Katrina's Shop and GracieGrace to purchase high-end items for your home and wardrobe.