Pikmin 2

 GameCube
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 259 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 11 out of 259
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  1. Zepwsuidan
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Takes pikmin 2 to a whole new level. You can wobble them, you can own a small plant creature. Louie is mentally unstable.
  2. BiggestFurret
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    I can’t decide if this or Pikmin 4 are better. Either way, legendary game! Must play.
  3. Gluca004
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    One of my favourite game, challenging, relaxing, with many details, this was my childhood
  4. BIG_HAM
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    It's very difficult which makes it very fun. You are always concerned with your Pikmin and whether they will live to the next day. Treasures are interesting and you feel so small and insignificant in a large world with tough enemies. Luckily at the same time, a power fantasy is achieved with 100 Pikmin of many various types. If you like depth and difficulty in your games, this will likelyIt's very difficult which makes it very fun. You are always concerned with your Pikmin and whether they will live to the next day. Treasures are interesting and you feel so small and insignificant in a large world with tough enemies. Luckily at the same time, a power fantasy is achieved with 100 Pikmin of many various types. If you like depth and difficulty in your games, this will likely be your favorite Pikmin game.… Expand
  5. diamondkfc
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    this is peak pikmin right here. challenge, horror, evil. if you found the other games too easy, this is for you.
  6. yangfanhong
    Jun 29, 2023
    8
    The controls of the pikmins are better than its predecessor. Personally I think it’ll be better to put more treasures above ground.
  7. Chiltins
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    Best game in the series, there is a ton of replayability with randomised caves and treasures
  8. JRo55
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    Weakest game in the series. I just wasn’t a big fan of the caves. At first they were fun but quickly became tedious and a little boring at times. That said the game overall is still excellent
  9. davygravy93
    Sep 24, 2022
    9
    Takes everything great about the original and adds more pikmin types, new enemies, new characters, dungeon crawling, multiplayer, bigger and more challenging boss fights. Its everything a sequel should be.
  10. Rockeater
    Oct 16, 2021
    10
    Pikmin 2 provides a lot of challenge and exploration that gives players a fun experience when playing the game and it still makes you feel guilty when you lose a pikmin.
  11. grimreapersims
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
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  12. WhoDaDev
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Just like Pikmin 2, this game follows up on the same mechanics while adding in a new mechanic, Dungeons, they are randomly generated, but that isn't a bad thing.
  13. Pikmin2IsGood21
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    This is amazing game. (possible spoilers ahead) if your wondering it gets hard around the area called "perplexing pool" and it has amazing bosses I havent completed the game yet but I can tell its gonna be fun! (also good soundtrack)
  14. Kacgames
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    Always been enjoying this game every time I come back to it. Although I never finished the game, I wanna go and give it a shot and complete it! The games wonderful
  15. Bulborb
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    This is my second favorite game of all time, and for a good reason. It's a mix of exploration in an open world, and puzzle solving in caves. Some people don't like the caves, but I honestly love them. All 3 pikmin games are amazing, but this is my favorite of them. With 2 new pikmin types which are both incredibly useful, it's my favorite in the series.
  16. enes_2314
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    For me one of the best games that Ive played in my chlildhood. The dungeons are so cool and randomized, so it isnt the same everytime. Played it like 10 times and will do another walkthrough
  17. siphus007
    Dec 8, 2018
    8
    One of the better dungeon crawlers of this generation. Not what you were expecting? Likewise.

    Pikmin 1 surprised my 12 year old self as being a beautiful, cleverly-designed, and fairly challenging and sometimes emotionally endearing tale. It was one of the best of the system, as you go through sprawling maps that seem to open up and get more unique and varied each time, with difficult    One of the better dungeon crawlers of this generation. Not what you were expecting? Likewise.

    Pikmin 1 surprised my 12 year old self as being a beautiful, cleverly-designed, and fairly challenging and sometimes emotionally endearing tale. It was one of the best of the system, as you go through sprawling maps that seem to open up and get more unique and varied each time, with difficult bosses and a tough time limit that requires precise efficiency.

    But this isn't a Pikmin 1 review. Pikmin 2 we have now, which actually trades the improvement from a level and landscape perspective, and puts the meat of the game inside of caves. Now, this sequel maintains most of the Pikmin diversity and the elemental challenges, but it ditches the time limit, which really reduces your pressure, but not in a good way. You can make mistakes, waste time, and it doesn't really matter. The levels are fairly large, but by the end of the game they feel underwhelming. Playing through the main game will give you decent satisfaction. It would be a perfect rental back in the day.

    However, there are probably twice as many treasures needed to complete it 100%. And along the way of playing the game, the majority of treasures are inside of caves. These caves have tons of challenges, usually a boss fight or two, occasionally excruciating and unfair punishments and game mechanics. In fact, some caves are so hard that it seems like the developers made it so that finding ways to manipulate your way around the challenges are the only way to survive. The caves are certainly a grind near the end, but they're pretty fun at first.

    This game offers a crazy amount of diversity and even a coop mode if you're into that. Pikmin 2 is great. It's NOT for the weak at heart or for pure-casual fans, as it may frustrate you beyond belief at times. But it's a solid follow-up and a satisfying 100% over 35 hours.    … Expand
  18. SuperInkLink64
    Dec 2, 2018
    10
    Oh my god, this gem of a game. Pikmin 2 manages to draw me in every time I even think of replaying it. It is easily the best entry of the franchise. There is so much content to enjoy, and even a huge chunk of content after the supposed "ending" of the story mode. If that's not your style, then there's the Piklopedia and Treasure Hoard to just sit back and relax to for hours on end. But sayOh my god, this gem of a game. Pikmin 2 manages to draw me in every time I even think of replaying it. It is easily the best entry of the franchise. There is so much content to enjoy, and even a huge chunk of content after the supposed "ending" of the story mode. If that's not your style, then there's the Piklopedia and Treasure Hoard to just sit back and relax to for hours on end. But say you've completed the story mode and filled out everything. Well, BAM! There's also an awesome Two-Player Battle Mode to rage at your friends with. On top of that, there's also a very accurately named Challenge Mode to either go it alone or take a friend with you. The graphics for this game strike a perfect balance of cute and environmental. A surprising amount of strategy is involved to lead your Pikmin army to victory in any mode you play. Pikmin 2 is the game that keeps on giving, with loads of replayability to get the best scores possible. It is a masterpiece of the Gamecube, and I would even buy an HD remaster if it ever came out on the Switch.… Expand
  19. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    8
    More of Pikmin 1. Same game but in greater content quantity.

    Critic goes to the off-putting difficulty of the game.

    Another 8.
  20. wegie125
    Dec 16, 2017
    9
    I remember playing this game for the first time when my brothers would travel and my parents had work, it was around the summer time so I had a ton of freetime. I would play this game quite a bit and I really felt connected with the story. I wasn't at the age where I beat many games but I still remember beating this game and reaching that final boss and finally feeling like I did somethingI remember playing this game for the first time when my brothers would travel and my parents had work, it was around the summer time so I had a ton of freetime. I would play this game quite a bit and I really felt connected with the story. I wasn't at the age where I beat many games but I still remember beating this game and reaching that final boss and finally feeling like I did something like beat a game that wasn't that easy. It was fun. Time went by and made those times where I was alone go by so fast. Not many games can do this but this was definitely one of them. I never had a wiiu so I never actually got the chance to play the story in the new Pikmin 3 but if it is anything like the one in this game, it would be worth it. I'm glad to see that they are still making pikmin games.… Expand
  21. CoronzinReviews
    Oct 17, 2016
    10
    I have only played the Wii Version of this but that's not the main point so... I am technically biased to the Wii Version... THAT DOESN'T MATTER TO ME!

    Pikmin 2, has every aspect a good game should have, different, difficult but fun challenges, a lot more to do, and completely different aspect changes that don't even feel like Pikmin! There is a challenge mode for you to play with your    I have only played the Wii Version of this but that's not the main point so... I am technically biased to the Wii Version... THAT DOESN'T MATTER TO ME!

    Pikmin 2, has every aspect a good game should have, different, difficult but fun challenges, a lot more to do, and completely different aspect changes that don't even feel like Pikmin!
    There is a challenge mode for you to play with your friends and even a 2P battle mode! albeit, there is SOME missed potential because you can't play 2 Player in the normal game.
    Pikmin 2 does everything a sequel should do and is worthy of a 10.6/10 - CoronzinReviews    … Expand
  22. GamecubeLover
    Jul 21, 2016
    10
    Pikmin series just never gets old and I don't know why. This game is just a masterpiece and the best game in the pikmin series and for good reasons. It is not flawed or repetitive.
  23. TwistedCritic
    Mar 14, 2016
    10
    Used to play this allot as a kid, it's got a great sense of charm, atmosphere, and strategy, and is especially difficult if you are a child. But, it's great fun, has some of the best graphics I've ever seen on GameCube. It even added "dungeons", which are the best addition to the game. One of my all-time favorite games!
  24. Silverzapper
    Jan 30, 2016
    10
    I love this game so much. It has some of the best graphics iv'e seen on the gamecube. The enemies are very creative. The randomly generated dungeons make the game fun even when going through multiple times. The music is perfect. The pikmin are some of the cutest video game creatures ever and I have spent hours on the multiplayer modes. It is challenging but nowhere near dark souls. I don'tI love this game so much. It has some of the best graphics iv'e seen on the gamecube. The enemies are very creative. The randomly generated dungeons make the game fun even when going through multiple times. The music is perfect. The pikmin are some of the cutest video game creatures ever and I have spent hours on the multiplayer modes. It is challenging but nowhere near dark souls. I don't have much else to say. I love this game.… Expand
  25. KiwiPiranha
    Jul 1, 2014
    10
    Another masterpiece from Miyamoto. Gorgeous and detailed above ground areas followed by unique under ground caves. The double captain mechanic works really well by adding a stronger sense of strategy and multitasking. This game also has one of the most underrated OSTs in gaming history. Rather than being all "up in your face" like the Geno's Maze or Planet Wisp themes, the songs in thisAnother masterpiece from Miyamoto. Gorgeous and detailed above ground areas followed by unique under ground caves. The double captain mechanic works really well by adding a stronger sense of strategy and multitasking. This game also has one of the most underrated OSTs in gaming history. Rather than being all "up in your face" like the Geno's Maze or Planet Wisp themes, the songs in this game are very subtle and atmospheric, and they fit the area or cave they play over perfectly. The Pikmin AI is completely improved from the first game, and the camera works perfectly, allowing multiple viewing angles ranging from bird's eye view to behind the shoulder. The adventure mode is much longer than that of the first Pikmin game, and there are also Challenge and Multiplayer modes for more content, so you definitely get your money's worth. The only viable complaint I can see for this game is that the purple pikmin break the combat in this game. However, while this is true, the game's various hazards, gimmicks, and bosses still bring the pain in terms of difficulty, and it's VERY easy to lose your pikmin if you aren't careful. I've only had this game for four years now, so it's not even a game from my childhood that I only like for nostalgia purposes. This game is one of my all time favorites. If you ever have the opportunity to pick up a copy, I highly recommend you do.… Expand
  26. Kazek7
    May 3, 2014
    9
    A very good strategy game for the Gamecube era, Which gets more difficult as the story progresses. The overall game feels very high quality, and rarely to never do you find anything to scrutinize it for. Loads of content and game play to enjoy. A must have for the Gamecube.
  27. Mark27x
    May 3, 2014
    10
    The treasure collection aspect and the art in this game are unparalleled. The introduction of caves was one of the best ideas ever. This game is one of the most perfectly constructed games on the planet.
  28. motleycruefan
    Jan 12, 2014
    10
    This game is AMAZING! I just really love the story line, and I love the set up. I also love how there are 2 new Pikmin, making 5 Pikmin now! I just really love this game, it builds suspense, and it also builds anger on the REAL final boss. I just love this game, and I suggest you get it. Its amazing.
  29. LairdEJM
    Sep 11, 2013
    10
    One of, if not, one of my favorite Nintendo games. The game builds on its predecessor making excellent additions such as treasure pieces, new Pikmin and a cave feature which extends the game ten fold...not to mention the lazy but love-able Louie who rejoins everyone's favourite Hocotatian Captain Olimar.

    The mixture of a childlike innocence with a darker Darwinian survival feel make    One of, if not, one of my favorite Nintendo games. The game builds on its predecessor making excellent additions such as treasure pieces, new Pikmin and a cave feature which extends the game ten fold...not to mention the lazy but love-able Louie who rejoins everyone's favourite Hocotatian Captain Olimar.

    The mixture of a childlike innocence with a darker Darwinian survival feel make this game a rare find which for some reason is immeasurably addictive.

    The quality of this game is also faultless, graphics are appealing, text is funny yet immersed in the lore and zoology of the series. But at the end of the day, this game gets a perfect score for me because it is a joy to play, and always will be.    … Expand
  30. MW1AA2Gs
    Aug 30, 2013
    9
    Pikmin 2 is a classic game from my childhood that still holds up today better then most games I played from that age and funny to think this was the first Real-Time strategy games I ever played
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Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best GameCube Game of 2004
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#6 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2004
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#30 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2004

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 54 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 54
  3. Negative: 0 out of 54
  1. Weekly Famitsu
    90
    9 / 9 / 9 / 9 - 36 platinum [Vol 803; 7 May 2004]
  2. Eurogamer
    90
    It is, as we tried to tell the blonde at the bar, universally appealing - because it's easy on the eye, taxes the brain just enough, and keeps you entertained no matter who you are. Blooming brilliant.
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  3. Thunderbolt
    90
    With tons of new levels, characters, and treasures, this game will have you coming back for more, even after you've paid off that debt. They've taken everything that we've held dear about the original, and expanded it throughout, making a more complete game and creating something that is a pleasure to play.
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