UPDATE: Animal Crossing New Horizons has been given a big new update on Nintendo Switch.

"The latest free update to Animal Crossing: New Horizons for Nintendo Switch is bringing new seasonal events to the game, inviting island-goers to experience new faces visiting their island, blossoming flora, various works of art and an expanded museum," reads the official description.

"This free update and others later in the year will add new experiences to the game that players will be able to enjoy for a long time."

New content includes Leif’s Garden Shop and Jolly Redd’s Treasure Trawler.

Fans can now purchase new foliage, including shrubs and flower seeds. Jolly Redd, meanwhile, will show up to sell in-game art and unique colours of furniture to players.

"The furniture colours are not available in Nook’s Cranny. Like in previous Animal Crossing games, players will have to figure out which art pieces are real, and which are forgeries.

"After purchasing genuine art, players can donate it to the island museum to open an art gallery, which will display all types of donated pieces, from paintings to sculptures."

The update also lays the foundations for a series of upcoming events, including Nature Day from April 23.

"During the Nature Day period, special Nook Miles challenges will be available that focus on nature-inspired goals, such as planting trees and watering flowers."