Nintendo Switch's Animal Crossing: New Horizons has been a massive hit since its launch, charming players worldwide with its adorable and fun-filled gameplay. It's a game for all ages, bringing joy to everyone from kids to even grandparents!
Recently, a Japanese X (formerly Twitter) user shared the delightful story of May ( @mayplaystv ), a UK-based Animal Crossing fan and influencer. May visited the Nintendo Museum in Japan, dressed uncannily like the game's beloved character, Blathers! Her creative cosplay quickly went viral, earning heaps of praise from netizens who lauded her passion and dedication to the game.
For the uninitiated, Blathers is the curator of the museum in Animal Crossing. He sports a dapper Oxford-style outfit with a green bow tie, embodying the perfect scholarly image. During the day, you'll often find Blathers looking a bit sleepy or even dozing off, requiring players to wake him up. This charming detail reflects his nature as a nocturnal owl, with evenings being his most energetic time.
He's the go-to guy for identifying items and provides concise, accurate information, making the game an educational and entertaining experience for players.
The Japanese X user highlighted how May's outfit was a spot-on replica of Blathers' look: a brown jacket paired with a plaid sweater underneath, and, of course, Blathers' signature green bow tie. She even brought a Blathers plushie along for her trip to Japan and her visit to the Nintendo Museum. Talk about adorable and dedicated!
May herself commented, thanking the X user for sharing her post. Many netizens were absolutely thrilled with her outfit, praising her immense love for the game and its characters, which shone through in every detail.
She also shared a video of her Nintendo Museum visit, where you can see her faithfully carrying her Blathers plushie through the exhibits. Her dedication is truly something else!
And get this: her love for the game even inspired her to visit 43 real-world art pieces that appear in Animal Crossing!
This kind of cosplay definitely screams pure passion for a game character. So, if you ever get the chance to visit the Nintendo Museum, why not channel your inner fan and show off your own gaming obsession?