Pikmin 2

 Switch
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Starbit
    Oct 7, 2023
    70
    Pikmin 2 follows Nintendo's skilful adaptation of its classic series and the result at hand is an all-round marvelous and high quality conversion of the original to today's age. Keeping the essence of the experience intact, Pikmin 2 on the Nintendo Switch is able to provide a captivating, evolving, accessible and in-depth adventure comparable to the original nearly twenty years ago, but adapted to today's standards, thus opening the doors to new players while stimulating the renewed interest on the Pikmin series at a much larger scale.
  2. Destructoid
    Jul 5, 2023
    60
    The new port of Pikmin 2 is a fine way to experience this game, but whether or not you think it’s trash or treasure is going to depend on your preferences. It’s at least cheap enough that you aren’t going to be too out of pocket to give it a try. It’s probably worth it just for the first few hours when it’s at its prime. But just beware that after introductions are made, it’s going to throw you in a hole.
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    Jul 20, 2023
    55
    Pikmin 2 is a tough game to recommend, especially with the brand new Pikmin 4 featuring a much more successful version of its key feature, the caverns. The high difficulty requires a lot of investment from the player to overcome, and the lack of bespoke design underground makes the journey to overcome those obstacles too tedious to feel rewarding. Dedicated fans who want to be pushed into learning the intricacies of Pikmin’s mechanics will find something special in the unique challenge, but pretty much everything else about Pikmin 2 has been pulled off much better in another game in the franchise.

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. Awkylold
    Jul 9, 2023
    7
    Great game. But terrible port. UI looks terrible and scretched. Even the font is a pain to look at.
    There's also the case of the unneeded    Great game. But terrible port. UI looks terrible and scretched. Even the font is a pain to look at.
    There's also the case of the unneeded censorship in the dialogue. Changing the product placement could be ignored, but this was unacceptable.
    If you're okay with these things, this game is for you.    … Full Review »
  2. Zakured
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    When I first found out that the both Pikmin 1 and 2 were being released the same day they were announced on the Nintendo Direct, I wasWhen I first found out that the both Pikmin 1 and 2 were being released the same day they were announced on the Nintendo Direct, I was ecstatic to find out I can replay my beloved childhood games once more and can finally retire my Wii.

    Pikmin 2 still offers itself as the hardest in the franchise, with its randomized cave system, enemies, and bosses. The altered motion control is probably the best compromise they've done when implemented to both 1 and 2 as this becomes easier for handheld users not having to tilt their entire console by 90 degrees just to throw a pikmin farther.

    I love that I am able to relive my experience of Pikmin 2 in a enhanced, HD port on the go, it feels quite the fever dream. I'm excited to say that this port is definitely worth it, and considering that it's only $5 more than its Nintendo Selects counterpart if you buy the bundle, I'd say it's worth trying it to experience the originals or play it again for the nostalgia.    … Full Review »
  3. Yamaro369
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    The Pikmin Game with the Most Playtime although the dungeon bosses and the wraith gave me depressions 10/10.
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