Summary
OneAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsfan has drawn up a handy chart that details when players may expect to see the game’s special characters show up at The Roost. The in-game coffee shop inAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsoffers up a lot of unique interactions, and finding some specific characters there can be easier if a player knows when to show up.
The Roost in theAnimal Crossingfranchisedates back to the second mainline game in the series, 2005’sAnimal Crossing: Wild World, and it’s been included in all three major releases that have followed. Located insideNew Horizons' museum following the release of the 2.0 Free Update, The Roost allows players to enjoy a cup of coffee for 200 bells and possibly run into one of their villagers or an off-duty special character, who will offer up unique dialogue when approached inside the cafe.
A helpful chart for tracking down these characters has been released by Reddit user dianethegeek, detailing the specific times players should go to The Roost to catch special characters. This chart is particularly good at tracking down Celeste, Daisy Mae, Kicks, K.K. Slider, Label, Leif, and Saharah, who only visit the island on certain days once every week or two. Additionally,Flick and C.J.will only show up during bug-catching and fishing contests, respectively. All of these characters can be found without fail at The Roost at the times listed on the chart, but they’ll only show up on the days they’re visiting the island for their special functions, and they’ll usually be at the cafe after their duties are finished.
When to Catch Special Visitors at The Roost in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
While there is a science to tracking when special visitors to the island will appear at The Roost, some permanent island residents can also pop up at the counter, though these visits seem to occur at random. Characters who may show up at the counter are Tom, Tommy, and Timmy Nook; Isabelle, Blathers, Cap’n, and Orville. Additionally, players have about a 50 percent chance of encountering theother two Able sisterson any day, with Mabel appearing from 7:00-7:55 a.m. and Sable showing up from 11:05 p.m. to midnight. Wilbur may be there any day but Sunday from 11:00 a.m.-12:55 p.m., as can either of the Resetti brothers from 2:00-3:55 p.m., with Mr. Resetti available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays and Don showing up on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
There are 66 special characters inAnimal Crossing: New Horizons. Those who haven’t been listed above can still visit The Roost, but only if a player scans in theirAnimal Crossing: New HorizonsAmiibo figurines.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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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 can 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.
