Spiritfarer includes a nod to Animal Crossing's Tom Nook

Both Animal Crossing and Spiritfarer surround a human character with a bunch of lovable animals. It turns out there's more similarities between the two under the surface, as one of the characters in Spiritfarer is definitely a tribute to Tom Nook.

Earlier on in the game, you'll be able to visit a shop called Raccoon, Inc., which is operated by Theodore, a raccoon with shady business principles. You quickly find out that Theodore's prices are pretty astronomical, but he will eventually lower his prices after a bit of scolding.