The "a" suffix in Nintendo updates typically denotes a or a time-lock activation rather than a separate software download. In this case, version 1.7.0a was the specific version required to unlock the actual Festivale event on February 15th, ensuring players could not time-travel to the event before Nintendo's intended date. Animal Crossing: New Horizons version 3.0 – Free Update
Any player who downloaded the update received a set of maracas as an in-game gift. Update 1.7.0a Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Update 1.7.0a ...
A football rug and various cheer megaphones. The "a" suffix in Nintendo updates typically denotes
While relatively light on systemic changes compared to the later released in January 2026, version 1.7.0 included several smaller improvements: Update 1
Beyond the Mermaid Fence, Nintendo addressed issues such as move-out bubbles failing to appear and Celeste not appearing on certain Sundays.
Players gained the ability to store hand-gifted clothing (like shoes) inside their villager houses.