Pikmin 4

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 613 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 526 out of 613
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 613
  3. Negative: 39 out of 613
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  1. Cozash
    Aug 6, 2023
    10
    Best Pikmin so far, it has taken the best parts of every other pikmin game and put them together. I think some people expected more from the story but I actually found it quite enjoyable, lots of little things to you might notice as a fan of the series. I didn't like switching between 3 captains in the third game, switching between 2 captains in the second game was good, but in thisBest Pikmin so far, it has taken the best parts of every other pikmin game and put them together. I think some people expected more from the story but I actually found it quite enjoyable, lots of little things to you might notice as a fan of the series. I didn't like switching between 3 captains in the third game, switching between 2 captains in the second game was good, but in this switching between Oatchi and your character is great because they can both do different things. if I had to pick out things I don't like it's having to play split screen on single player dandori battles and the auto aim can be a little awkward sometimes. There is plenty of content, but I hope they make more (or at least don't make us wait 10 years for pikmin 5!!). I'll be coming back to play this game over and over again.… Expand
  2. mrwho995
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    Absolutely brilliant game.

    Presentation is beautiful. Difficulty is well tuned; not too hard, not too easy. Level design is excellent. Polish is exemplary. And so many new features.

    A joy to play.
  3. bryt12
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    I played pikmin 1, 2, and 3 leading up to this game. I thought that pikmin 2 would always be my favorite, but 4 has blown me away. The love I’ve had for this series since I was a child was realized by the team over at Nintendo on this one. It has the polish of 3 and the content of 2. I’m so happy pikmin got the love it deserved. This game will stand the test of time and create pikmin fansI played pikmin 1, 2, and 3 leading up to this game. I thought that pikmin 2 would always be my favorite, but 4 has blown me away. The love I’ve had for this series since I was a child was realized by the team over at Nintendo on this one. It has the polish of 3 and the content of 2. I’m so happy pikmin got the love it deserved. This game will stand the test of time and create pikmin fans for years to come.… Expand
  4. Jonygold
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego de Pikmin simplemente una obra maestra. Pikmin 2 siempre fue mi favorito, pero este simplemente lo sobrepaso en casi todos los aspectos.
  5. Nico85
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This game just blew me away in terms of how fun and joyful the whole experience is. It's wholesome entertainment throughout. You feel complete immersed in the various levels, the gameplay is top notch and the graphics are really good. The gameplay loop is very addictive but it might not be for everyone so definitely worth taking a shot at the demo before you buy.

    Small edit, this game    This game just blew me away in terms of how fun and joyful the whole experience is. It's wholesome entertainment throughout. You feel complete immersed in the various levels, the gameplay is top notch and the graphics are really good. The gameplay loop is very addictive but it might not be for everyone so definitely worth taking a shot at the demo before you buy.

    Small edit, this game is not perfect, no game is, but don't listen to those poor souls who think that praise for this game means you belong to a "nintendo cult" . Some of us are able to enjoy fun gaming experiences such as this one while others are just permanently embittered and sad with their holier-than-thou approach and "reviews".    … Expand
  6. iandizion713
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This game is what it’s like to die and go to heaven. Just a straight masterpiece of fun and joy.
  7. Lightwind51
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    Literally incredible through in through. A perfect game for first timers and for veterans. It has amazing quality of life changes all while still leaving plenty of room for expression with all the new and returning mechanics to the series.
  8. Lukitoo
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An amazing journey. It feels like a love letter to fans that have been waiting for a new game for a long time as well as a great introduction to the franchise for newcomers. The final battle against Louie is absolutely INSANE and the extra Olimar chapter makes me remember how Pikmin 1 made me nervous with the time restriction. Just great!… Expand
  9. Afenger
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 traz uma gameplay com boas adições, mantendo a qualidade gráfica de encher os olhos com belas paisagens. Os novos pikmins são boas adições, a exploração está muito mais satisfatória.
  10. hkjhkjh
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    The running animation alone makes this game a 10/10

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  11. Metacritic25
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 is a return to form after 10 years of wait. The franchise reaches new heights with this game, using the best from previous Pikmin games and subilmating it by combining quality and quantity.

    Pikmin 4 is a very charming and relaxing game that also shares a fair amount of stressful fights against some incredible creatures. It can be played and enjoyed by everyone and new players    Pikmin 4 is a return to form after 10 years of wait. The franchise reaches new heights with this game, using the best from previous Pikmin games and subilmating it by combining quality and quantity.

    Pikmin 4 is a very charming and relaxing game that also shares a fair amount of stressful fights against some incredible creatures. It can be played and enjoyed by everyone and new players won't feel lost as Nintendo made a great tutorial to learn us the goal of the game and all the accessible features.

    In conclusion, if you haven't picked it up yet, you might want to give it a chance. Pikmin 4 is without a doubt the most unique and charming video game I have played in a long time !    … Expand
  12. BlueRyse
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    It's a masterpiece. This is the perfect Pikmin experience. Thank you Miyamoto San.
  13. JohnRules1984
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    super divertido y estrategico...sse te van las horas descubriendo lugares y secretos mientras gestionas tus pikmins...juegaso entretenido
  14. wodawg
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4? More like. PEAKmin, I need MORE
  15. Barbol
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    Best game in the series.
    Everything is explained well(abilities, items, how you play, etc.) and the post-game is pretty decent and hefty.
  16. Sunshadow87
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    No he profundizado mucho en la saga Pikmin, habiendo jugado solo al primero hace muchos años, pero después de terminar este pikmin 4, he de decir que Nintendo ha creado la experiencia Pikmin definitiva (al menos a nivel single player, quizás el 3 sea mejor en el diseño multijugador, pero no puedo opinar a ese respecto).

    Pikmin 4 se siente fresco durante toda su duración (que puede    No he profundizado mucho en la saga Pikmin, habiendo jugado solo al primero hace muchos años, pero después de terminar este pikmin 4, he de decir que Nintendo ha creado la experiencia Pikmin definitiva (al menos a nivel single player, quizás el 3 sea mejor en el diseño multijugador, pero no puedo opinar a ese respecto).

    Pikmin 4 se siente fresco durante toda su duración (que puede alcanzar fácilmente las 40 horas), introduciendo nuevas mecánicas y situaciones, mientras avanzamos poco a poco en nuestros objetivos, sin presión (a diferencia de los primeros en los que teníamos límite de tiempo).
    Sin embargo también introduce situaciones y modos de mayor dificultad, entre ellos una especie de versión revisada del pikmin 1, así como los desafíos dandori (especialmente complicados los desafíos del sabio, una vez que los desbloqueemos). Los asaltos nocturnos también aportan un cambio de aire, siendo esencialmente desafíos tower defense, cambiando el gameplay del juego. Y también están los combates dandori, personalmente la parte más floja del juego, debido a lo caóticos que son, con la pantalla partida y demasiadas cosas sucediendo simultáneamente.

    La cantidad de contenido de calidad de este juego es muy elevada, y su compleción es muy accesible, especialmente debido a lo roto que esta la nueva introducción del perro una vez mejorado al máximo.    … Expand
  17. greninjaX
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    who knew adding a dog to pikmin would make it so much more fun? this was worth the wait.
  18. QueDuBonheur
    Jul 23, 2023
    10
    This is my first Pikmin game and I love it !

    Visuals are beautiful and cute. Good performances too. The gameplay is very addictive and stay fresh. You can tell there's attention to small details in this game.
  19. Buddyman2006
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Great game. Definitely the best in the whole Pikmin series. There is just so much stuff to do, and keep yourself busy with. It's is easy enough for new players and young kids to have an enjoyable time, while still offering a good enough challenge for returning veterans. And if it's not quite challenging enough for older players, there are several references to the older games that they canGreat game. Definitely the best in the whole Pikmin series. There is just so much stuff to do, and keep yourself busy with. It's is easy enough for new players and young kids to have an enjoyable time, while still offering a good enough challenge for returning veterans. And if it's not quite challenging enough for older players, there are several references to the older games that they can enjoy. Such as returning bosses and dialog referencing events that would happen. On top of all this, the game just looks so good. There is clearly so much love put into this game, which sadly can't be said for every AAA game put out these days.… Expand
  20. Gomyde
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 takes the series to a whole new level! They brought back all the good stuff from old games and made them better! Easily the best game in the series and one of the best games available on Switch!
  21. marcosgabr
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Best Pikmin game
    I'm in love with the new mechanics
    Dealing with having to control the different pikmins and the doggo is so complex but in a good way
  22. mrlink
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    O jogo que me fez parar de jogar Breath of the wild.
    Muito bonito, a gameplay é totalmente polida e agradável, tanto para os novos jogadores quanto para os veteranos. Estar localizado para o Brasil ajuda bastante, espero que a série encontre seu lugar ao sol após essa iteração.
  23. HaveToo
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 is the DEFINITIVE Pikmin game. It carries over and builds upon elements from the previous games while also maintaining a sense of consistency in the gameplay. The graphics are also just impressive to put it simply. I now see why they decided to use Unreal Engine 4 for this game. As Unreal has very good asset streaming technology.
  24. Santiratten115
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    Very good looking game with unique gameplay, the new features don't feel like they bloat the game for the sake of it. Many QoL features have been added and they are great. The tutorial is a bit dense but most interactions can be skipped, I don't think that fraction of total playtime detracts from the experience.
  25. Alph_Zero
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    Big fan of the pikmin series, I loved this game as much as the rest. Couldn’t recommend more to old fans, and newcomers.
  26. oreganoCure
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This game has been absolutely wonderful. Please give it a chance if you haven't. I'm not a life long pikmin fan. The first I personally played was pikmin 3 deluxe, so I'm not saying this out of any sense of nostalgia. If you're a fan of unconventional rts and a goofy stories with entertaining characters, you cannot find a better game.
  27. Weatherreport
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This is quite possibly the best looking switch game ever made and still runs great with many amazing rts mechanics as well as optional features for newcomers, anyone who says otherwise was what is known as a "Dandori issue"
  28. Andres-Arambula
    Aug 19, 2023
    10
    Juego variado y hermoso. Muestra el gran trabajo de la GRAN N con sus gráficos y super divertidos
  29. Marnandez
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    As a long time Pikmin fan I was kinda worried about the game after playing the demo concerned it was oversimplified and too easy but I couldn't be far from the truth. While it doesn't reach the difficulty of series past like 2, it is an absolutely fantastic game with a surprising amount of content and callbacks for the fans. PLAY THIS GAME!!!
  30. NintendoFan9501
    Jul 22, 2023
    10
    Maybe this is just because the game came out, but it is my favourite pikmin game! I love the whole vibe it gives with its beautiful areas and cute characters. Pikmin 4 introduces many new elements which, all from what I have experienced so far, are a great addition to the pikmin series!

    I also really like the cool treasures you can collect and the fun names and descriptions they are    Maybe this is just because the game came out, but it is my favourite pikmin game! I love the whole vibe it gives with its beautiful areas and cute characters. Pikmin 4 introduces many new elements which, all from what I have experienced so far, are a great addition to the pikmin series!

    I also really like the cool treasures you can collect and the fun names and descriptions they are given, like (Maybe a spoiler???) a skateboard is called a "Personal-Injury Plank"    … Expand
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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 119 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 113 out of 119
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 119
  3. Negative: 0 out of 119
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 22, 2024
    100
    It's a thrilling ride. You go for one short game and wake up after five hours, only to return to playing immediately because you've figured out how to beat your opponent. The graphics may be simple, but they make up for it with the colour and thoughtfulness of the environments, and one genuinely enjoys exploring every nook and cranny. This is really worth it. [Issue#329]
  2. Starbit
    Nov 10, 2023
    90
    Pikmin 4 marks the return of one of Nintendo's most beloved series, and this return could not have happened in a better way. Thanks to its exquisite audiovisual world, slick gameplay mechanics, an enveloping strategic component, and the adorable relationship between the player and the little alien creatures, Pikmin 4 is nothing short of a jewel on the crown of the Nintendo Switch.
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  3. Gamereactor Finland
    Nov 9, 2023
    70
    Too childish, and too little new compared to previous games.
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