A Slingshot in Animal Crossing: New Horizons allows you to shoot balloons and collect presents from the sky.
As you explore the vibrant world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, keep an eye out for presents attached to floating balloons. To claim your prize, you must pop the balloon with a Slingshot.
Here’s how to acquire a Slingshot, utilize it effectively, and explore all the available Slingshot designs.
How to Acquire a Slingshot in New Horizons
You have the option to craft a Slingshot or purchase it from Nook's Cranny. Crafting requires a basic recipe, while buying is perfect for those in a hurry or seeking a stylish variant. To craft, first, acquire the Slingshot DIY Recipe from Nook's Cranny!
Below are the Slingshot types and their requirements:
Typical Slingshot: Requires 5 Hardwood, priced at 900 Bells.
Golden Slingshot: Crafted with 1 Slingshot and 1 Gold Nugget, recipe unlocked after popping 300 balloons.
Colorful Slingshot: Available for 2,500 Bells.
Outdoorsy Slingshot: Also priced at 2,500 Bells.
How to Use a Slingshot in New Horizons
To deploy your Slingshot, equip it from your inventory or quick-access menu. Look up as balloons float by. If your volume is on, listen for a unique wind sound indicating their presence. Watch for shadows on the ground as well.
When you spot a balloon, press and hold the A button to draw back the Slingshot. Time your release carefully as the balloon passes overhead. Avoid firing too close to water as your present might drop in!
That's all for now! For more tips on Animal Crossing: New Horizons, check out guides on obtaining a Fishing Rod, using a Shovel, or acquiring a Net.
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