Animal Crossing Pocket Camp - the latest free app from Nintendo - is available now on iOS and Android devices.

Animal Crossing Pocket Camp was originally listed as coming out on November 22, with Nintendo revealing the pencilled in release date on Monday.

However, the Japanese gaming giant have shocked fans by launching the free app a day early - with it now available to download for iPhone and Android phones. 

The Animal Crossing mobile app for iOS and Android is the third smartphone game Nintendo have released so far.

This follows on from the huge success of Super Mario Run and the well received Fire Emblem Heroes.

The other smartphone apps Nintendo have released are Miitomo and the Nintendo Switch Online app.

In Animal Crossing Pocket Camp you take control of a new resident of a camp site who is eager to make it a place where everyone wants to hang out.

To do so, you have to travel around in your camper van collecting items, making friends, completing tasks and crafting items.

Here is the official blurb of what you can get up to in Animal Crossing Pocket Camp, out now on iOS and Android devices...

Help Animals As You Explore: "While visiting different recreational spots, you'll meet new animals who could use a little help. They'll be looking for fish, fruit, bugs, and other things to get their camping adventures started—and when you help them out, you'll earn Bells and craft materials in return!

Craft Furniture and Amenities: "The craft materials you earn by fulfilling animals’ requests can be used to craft all sorts of furniture and amenities for your campsite.

"Just open up the Craft menu and place an order with Cyrus, the hardworking handyman from Re-Tail on the Road. Then sit back and wait! Or, if you're in a hurry, you can move your order to the very front of the line by using Leaf Tickets. You can purchase Leaf Tickets with real money, or earn them through regular gameplay.

Your Campsite. Your Way: "The joy of Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is creating a space that suits you and your style.

"Your campsite can be anything you like—from a traditional space that celebrates nature to a flashy fun house with concerts and rides. It's all up to you!

"You can also customize your camper, visit your friends' campsites to get ideas for your own, and meet new animal friends as you explore recreational areas!

Host Animals at Your Campsite: "As you grow your friendships with different animals, they'll want to visit your campsite. Craft and decorate with their favorite items, and you’ll be able to host them whenever you like—even if you change up your decorations completely."