Pikmin 4

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8.9

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  1. FINOVIN
    Jul 26, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Haven't played the actual game yet but the demo was pretty fun kinda got me into pikmin and i think this is the best time to get into pikmin definitely recommend.… Expand
  2. Bighaid91
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    W good but a bit much in the dialog but very good. The concept is good and I hope there is dlc
  3. Jordan22
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    The most beautiful game on the Nintendo switch, this game makes me feel calm and at peace, I love to sit back and play after a long day of work, it may not be the most challenging game in the series but it's the best looking one
  4. Cornisreal2003
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fantastic return for the Pikmin series,. ) enjoy the new environments, the gameplay is as you expect (excellent) and the story is wildly fun. what I didn't expect was for the music to be so good, the final boss tack goes especially hard. My only real issues are the auto lock being a bit finnicky and getting some of the special onions a bit too late (purple and white especially being annoying) though i do see around them and hope in a future update an option to turn off auto lock is added. Overall an incredible experience and highly recommended for any fans of real time strategy games.… Expand
  5. Arcaena
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    The Pikmin 4 demo was my introduction to the Pikmin Franchise.
    After finishing the demo, and still having time before 4 released, I played 2 & 3 (I didn't get to beat 2 before 4 came out, so I watched the ending)
    This game has several nods to both 2 & 3 and seems to have combined the best of all the other games! You'll find caves with familiar layouts and enemies, and even in the    The Pikmin 4 demo was my introduction to the Pikmin Franchise.
    After finishing the demo, and still having time before 4 released, I played 2 & 3 (I didn't get to beat 2 before 4 came out, so I watched the ending)

    This game has several nods to both 2 & 3 and seems to have combined the best of all the other games! You'll find caves with familiar layouts and enemies, and even in the overworld you'll see old and new enemies alike.

    My disappointments lie in the targeting system, as the lock-on function can be frustrating at times. As well as the character customization. I feel as though if they wanted to let us create our own character, they could have given us more options to truly make our character represent us. There is one area in particular I wish we had access to explore more of, but I won't go into detail as to avoid having to mark spoilers. I will say, you'll know when you get there what I mean. (We only got to see half, maybe a quarter of a potentially huge area)
    The biggest flaw of this game that we all can agree on is the co-op. It was truly a downgrade from 3's co-op and I'm hoping that, like 3, it will be redone to give us a much better experience. Pebble pitching just isn't a true co-op experience vs being able to control another character like in 3. They could easily have P2 play as Oatchi! We'll see if we get better co-op later on but until then, that is definitely the biggest problem with the game.

    Other than that, the game is phenomenal. There's SO much content. I'm 30 hours in and still have some more content left to do, as I'm doing a completionist route.
    The visuals are amazing, each area we go to is beautifully made with stunning colors and unique layouts.

    If Miyamoto decides to make a 5th installment of the main storyline after this, I would be ecstatic. (And hopefully it wouldn't take 10 years? Haha) There's plenty of room for improvement still, if they did make another game. Pikmin 4 truly gives us everything we could have wanted from the past games.    … Expand
  6. Spectrillium
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    Made an account and came here to briefly talk about how this is probally Nintendo's best game in a long time.

    They make great games ofc. But this game is just HUGE (and not artificially big like BOTW/TOTK with filler). This games just long. It's massive. So much to do and it all feels so unique. Also this games hard! The rewind feature is shoved in your face too much, but without it your    Made an account and came here to briefly talk about how this is probally Nintendo's best game in a long time.

    They make great games ofc. But this game is just HUGE (and not artificially big like BOTW/TOTK with filler). This games just long. It's massive. So much to do and it all feels so unique. Also this games hard! The rewind feature is shoved in your face too much, but without it your Pikmin can and will get wiped on some bosses, just like in the original Pikmin games.

    Go play Pikmin 4. It's long, charming, addicting, and difficult.    … Expand
  7. Pikmin4
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pikmin 4 is the Peak of this series with little Mins. As a first timer to the Pikmin series, it's a pleasant experience. The visuals are stunning, for one. The rewind time feature lets you try your hardest to save everyone, but is only optional. Mastering the art of Dandori through the Challenges, Battles and the Trials of the Sage Leaf is a genuinely fun experience trying to maximise efficiency (if only I could do so irl too) and the Night expeditions provide a decent challenge through the combat. With a whole host of treasures to collect, caves to explore and castaways to rescue, this game keeps you well occupied during Day expeditions, and the risk of whether or not to rush in last minute tasks as the sun goes down is incredulous.
    Olimar's Shipwreck Tale is a nice reward for saving Olimar, a fast paced Pikmin 1 style rush to collect 30 Ship parts in 15 days, and the reward of the Trials of the Sage Leaf is worth the while.
    The one complaint I have about the Trials of the Sage Leaf is that a day passes when you exit. The challenges are very difficult and truly put your Dandori to the test, not to mention the White and Purple Onions you get as rewards for the Trials (Trial 5 for White, Trial 10 for Purple).
    Each and every Pikmin has it's time to shine, the Piklopedia entries are a joy (especially Louie's cooking guide), the treasures are varied and charming it's a blast all around to complete.

    (also, Louie is a psychopath and needs to be killed asap)    … Expand
  8. veeisbonkers
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Adorable game! Im so glad pikmin is back. there is many customizability options and you even get to upgrade oachi. Loved it
  9. potatoaaaa
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    an entertaining game worth 60$ and has some hard late game content that can take a few trys
  10. AgentDB
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    Just an absolute joy to play and one of the best Pikmin games released. It's a huge love letter to fans of the series packed with a ton of content. Couldn't be happier as a Pikmin fan.
  11. Danmarie
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    It has been the best gaming experience i’ve had in a long time! I never loved a game so much, this is my first pikmin game (i played pikmin 1 recently but haven’t made it too far yet) so pretty much 4 has been a proper introduction for me to the series, and my god i’m in awe, this game really lived up to the hype for me! I can’t recommende it enough
  12. Probolance
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    As a longtime fan of the series (starting with Pikmin 1 on the GameCube), I must say Nintendo has absolutely knocked the ball out of the park with Pikmin 4. In just a few short days, Pikmin 4 has easily skyrocketed to the top of my personal Pikmin game tier list. By carefully extracting the best components of each past mainline Pikmin title and blending it all together, Nintendo hasAs a longtime fan of the series (starting with Pikmin 1 on the GameCube), I must say Nintendo has absolutely knocked the ball out of the park with Pikmin 4. In just a few short days, Pikmin 4 has easily skyrocketed to the top of my personal Pikmin game tier list. By carefully extracting the best components of each past mainline Pikmin title and blending it all together, Nintendo has created a masterpiece of an experience that has it all, both for first-time players and longtime fans of the series like myself.

    I’ll begin with what this game has to offer for newcomers to the series — namely, that it is the most accessible entry in the franchise. The addition of mechanics such as the time rewind feature (which lets you “rewind” the game a set amount of time in cases where you, for example, lose a lot of Pikmin in a fight, or want to retry to get a certain task done before sunset) is very helpful, and the careful focus to ensuring that all the game’s core mechanics are both adequately explained and demonstrated, with ample opportunity for practice, makes this game the easiest entry of the series for first-time players to jump into. The removal of a Day Limit — which was previously a point of contention that kept potential new players away from the series — shifts the focus of the game away from the central pillar of maximizing time management in 1 & 3 and more towards exploration and adventure. But though the focus is no longer squarely on time management, this does not mean it is entirely gone! Pikmin 4 does still encourage time management (presented in the game by the concept of “Dandori”, a Japanese word describing the art of time management); however, unlike in 1 & 3, one must no longer worry about running out of days and having to start the game from scratch. Rather, Pikmin 4 encourages time management primarily in “battles”, which are self-contained challenges presented to you throughout the game, where you fight against both time itself in some instances and CPU opponents in others. If you fail any of these challenges, the game simply immediately offers you the chance to try it again. And of course, as in past titles, time management is also encouraged by the personal challenge of improving upon your past records. For example, one of the ways I enjoy repeated playthroughs of games in the series is by challenging myself to see how many in-game days I can complete that title in. In Pikmin 1 for example, my current record is 9 Days — and each time I replay the game, I always strive to see if I can bring that number down to 8, or even lower! Pikmin 4 is no exception to this: I’m already looking forward to my next playthrough, to see how many less Days it will take me to 100% the game!

    While the game does focus on being as welcoming to newcomers to the series as possible, this does not detract from what this game has to offer for its veteran fans! In addition to the meta challenge of lowering your Days taken to beat the game, there is of course also challenging content to be found in the game itself. Certain enemies and some later caves will see you lose many precious members of your squad. Rewinding time is always an option; but if you don't believe in hitting that Reset button, you are never forced to use the feature: rather, the game may simply suggest it to you as an option at certain times. Getting Platinum medals in Dandori Battles is another challenge one can undertake if you find merely “passing” the challenges to be too easy. In addition, later optional post-game content sees the challenge and difficulty of the game reach — and possibly even exceed — previous series highs. Beyond the game’s difficulty, veteran fans will also be excited by the nods to prior titles. Of course, I won’t spoil what these nods are; but each time I encountered a new reference, I always found myself grinning like an idiot for at least the next few minutes. One last feature of the game I’ll talk about that’s sure to please those who’ve played past games is the return to prominence of all prior Pikmin types. Unlike in Pikmin 3 where the Pikmin types of Pikmin 2 (whites and purples) were relegated to side content, in Pikmin 4, all types are accessible in the main story mode!

    There’s so much more I could talk about, but due to the character limit, I’ll leave it there. This game is the culmination of a decade of work, and the sheer quality reflected in every aspect of the game clearly shows that this ample time was put to excellent use. As someone who was admittedly not the biggest fan of Pikmin 3 as compared to 1 & 2, Pikmin 4 is essentially the Pikmin sequel I’ve waited almost my whole life for (for reference, nearly 19 years have passed since I first played Pikmin 2 on the GameCube in 2004!) Pikmin 4, in my opinion, is the absolute peak of the franchise, and I’m unsure how Nintendo can possibly top it in the next game — but even so, I can’t wait to see them try!    … Expand
  13. Ochrehorns
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    A love letter to the entire series, perfect for fans old and new. It feels like Pikmin 1 bundled in with an entirely new game, and I couldn't be more grateful as a fan since 2001 of the series.

    Pikmin Four-ever
  14. MushKinPuff
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The level design and gameplay are the best the series has ever been. It takes everything the previous three games did well, and puts them all into one experience, while keeping out almost all those games’ mistakes. It does absolutely everything I wanted it to do and then some. One particularly noteworthy aspect is that every area can be 100% completed with just the Pikmin you either enter the area already having, or will find in that area. No backtracking is ever required, though some puzzles may become easier to solve if you choose to wait and come back with more resources. It’s very satisfying to go to a new area knowing you’ve done everything you possibly can in the previous one.

    The game gives us access to all nine primary types of Pikmin in the main campaign, which was great to have after Pikmin 3 chose to omit Purple and White Pikmin. To balance the diversity, and keep things from getting overwhelming, only three types of Pikmin can be chosen to be with you at once. (Though you can get more than that if you find other types while exploring a cave.) This helps to make no Pikmin feel unhelpful, as even if two Pikmin are both capable of completing a specific task, which one will be more useful in other ways will change from are to area, and from cave to cave. For example, both Rock and Purple Pikmin are great in combat. Purples are stronger and can damage multiple enemies at once, but Rocks are immune to being crushed or impaled, making them a safer choice in many cases. But Purples also have the carry strength of 10 Pikmin, but you may opt for them despite their relative vulnerability to help carry back those items after the fight is over.

    Oatchi the Space Pup adds a lot of intricacies to the game’s strategy and combat. He functions as a hybrid between Captain and Pikmin, mechanically, having all the same abilities as a captain, but also being able to be directed in battle, and to carry objects back to base. You can upgrade him, just as you can your captain, allowing him to have higher carry and combat strength, as well as increased defense and immunity to hazards, among other things. Not to mention you quickly gain the ability to ride Oatchi, letting you jump up ledges and keep the Pikmin all huddled together on his back. And soon he can swim those Pikmin across water as well. There’s always more than one way to tackle a puzzle or fight thanks to all the options he adds to the table. Deciding the most effective way to do things can be difficult, but satisfying to figure out, thanks to this adorable companion’s help.

    The new Glow Pikmin do not live in the onion, and instead a certain amount will enter your inventory after clearing one of the Night Mode levels they are obtained in. This allows you to have them anytime you want underground, without counting them towards your three other choices. They cannot be used above ground or taken out of caves, however. The night mode you get them in is a completely new and kind of terrifying way to play Pikmin, with it mixing Pikmin’s Real Time Strategy Gameplay with the Tower Defense genre. You need to very carefully manage your time to increase your number of Glow Pikmin, while simultaneously keeping enemies away from the objective you are protecting. Luckily, Glow Pikmin are special, and automatically return to the active character when idle, making it very easy to keep track of them as you switch between your captain and Oatchi to try your best to multitask.

    The game’s length is staggering, with it having over 1.5x more collectibles than the previous three games had combined. However, unlike Pikmin 2, the game never begins to feel as if it is dragging on. Every single sublevel of every single cave is unique, and human-made rather than randomly generated, so no at no point does the experience grow stale or feel unbalanced / unfair. The game does feature multiples of a lot of its treasures, with only 239 unique ones out of the 410 you can find. But this helps make it even more special when you find something completely new. The same can be said of the enemies, of which many return from previous games, including many fan favorites that haven’t been seen since Pikmin 2 or even as far back as Pikmin 1. And many of the old foes manage to feel just as fresh as the new ones, thanks to improvements in their AI and changes to the way they fight or the way you battle them. For example, the Baldy Long Legs now roams all around the maps it is found on, rather than being contained to a Boss arena.

    Nintendo really hit it out of the park with this game. They absolutely delivered to the fans who have waited a decade for this sequel, while also creating an experience that can certainly be enjoyed by new players just as much. It’s a game I will no doubt be returning to over and over again, just as I have with the first three games. Even though it is a significantly longer game than them, it’s still one I will almost definitely never get sick of.    … Expand
  15. Psiphen
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing. It’s funny, sad, emotional, everything. It is my favorite game of all time. The gameplay loop is phenomenal. Please go play this game
  16. Astal08
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    Before trying out the Pikmin 4 demo, I first learned of the series through Smash bros, and eventually played an hour of Pikmin 3 Deluxe before brushing off the gameplay as not for me. While I liked the series for its characters and and unique story, I never gave the actual games a chance. Here we are 3 years later, 24 hours spent on Pikmin 4 in just 3 days,100%ing every area and gettingBefore trying out the Pikmin 4 demo, I first learned of the series through Smash bros, and eventually played an hour of Pikmin 3 Deluxe before brushing off the gameplay as not for me. While I liked the series for its characters and and unique story, I never gave the actual games a chance. Here we are 3 years later, 24 hours spent on Pikmin 4 in just 3 days,100%ing every area and getting each collectible I can get my grubby mitts on. Very recently I been going through a gaming burnout of sorts, but this game has rekindled my passion for gaming once again. Never have I turned from “ I know this franchise, I like it” to “ I need everything relating to this game now” in such amount of time. In my short 15 years on this planet, many games have come and gone, but this game will sit among my favorite games of all time, joining the ranks of Mario 64 and Mario Odyssey, for the years to come.… Expand
  17. GamerTheHoopa
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    10/10, could not recommend more. It’s a gorgeous and fun game that’s been a decade in the making and it is SO worth it.
  18. evan_evine
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    It takes everything fun about the previous games and combines them in an amazingly beautiful package that fans and new players will be sure to love!
  19. Shibanu
    Jul 24, 2023
    10
    This Game was well worth the wait. I love all the content and the sub-levels are very diverse and they throw all kind of surprises at you.

    Dandori Battles are fun and all the harder content isn't forced onto the player.
    I am very far in the game and i am on my way to 100% but every hour so far has been a blast.
  20. MajinMugi
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    So far this game is awsome im not finoshed with it yet but if .y opinion changes when i do finish the game i will update my review
  21. Fixbiie
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Best Pikmin Game Ever! A refreshing new take on the Franchise I Loved it!!!
  22. GasoliNX
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Very immersive game-play, I got hooked up playing it as it offers so much for a very long time of game-play and I look forward to playing it every waking moment.

    Some features might need improvement, such as the auto-locking. I think there should be a way to toggle it off. other than that the game seems and feel polished
  23. Zorua028
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 was a game I was expecting for a long time and honestly, even if I was very hyped, I expected pikmin 3 deluxe to still be the better pikmin game. But after playing 4 I realized that the 10 years of waiting really paid off. Pikmin 4 was a game I enjoyed all the way through, even if I thought the game was really over when the credits rolled the first time, but it surprised me with aPikmin 4 was a game I was expecting for a long time and honestly, even if I was very hyped, I expected pikmin 3 deluxe to still be the better pikmin game. But after playing 4 I realized that the 10 years of waiting really paid off. Pikmin 4 was a game I enjoyed all the way through, even if I thought the game was really over when the credits rolled the first time, but it surprised me with a lot more content. A very enjoyable game, I would recommend everyone to at least try the free demo as it's got a lot of content.… Expand
  24. Leaflee
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikimin 4, e meu primeiro contato com essa franquia que eu só tava acostumado a ver de longe como muita gente, eu fiquei de muiiiito surpreendido, realmente é um jogo como nenhum outro, a cada mapa feito 100% você vai ficando cada vez mais sedento, por fazer 100% nos próximos, e ele não fica parado ae porque ainda tem um pós-game que coloca a prova tudo o que tu aprendeu até então, o jogoPikimin 4, e meu primeiro contato com essa franquia que eu só tava acostumado a ver de longe como muita gente, eu fiquei de muiiiito surpreendido, realmente é um jogo como nenhum outro, a cada mapa feito 100% você vai ficando cada vez mais sedento, por fazer 100% nos próximos, e ele não fica parado ae porque ainda tem um pós-game que coloca a prova tudo o que tu aprendeu até então, o jogo é muito gostoso e para quem gosta de se desafiar é só completar tudo no 100% o que é outro ponto no jogo o 100% das coisas demanda tempo porém não é frustrante e tudo natural, para quem nunca jogou pikimin começe por esse pois pikimin 4 e realmente muito bom.… Expand
  25. Funky_Monke
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best Nintendo games up to date. Great graphics, playability and music. This game is a must play.
  26. Cchh
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    I haven’t found that much joy in a game for a long time. It just so much fun and it has so much things to do. It has several large worlds filled with so many things to do. It’s really one of, if not, Nintendo’s best game. (Yes, I do think that it’s a better game than Tears of the Kingdom)
  27. Bgreat23
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 improves from its predecessors in almost all aspects. I never thought Pikmin 2 would be dethroned as my favorite in the franchise, yet here we are.
  28. rokuCritic
    Jul 25, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games to date, friendly to newcomers game play is very smooth. Most content in a pikmin game aswell which is nice. I do have some issues with the game, there is essentially no replay value, the 30+ hours hurts what little replay value the game has with enemies not re spawning at all, once you beat it that's it since there is no ng+ or difficulty option. Auto lock is a common complaint ive seen, not having an option to turn it off is crazy in 2023. Redundant gear/oatchi abilities, timer meaning less than it ever has been. ease of the game in general. I love the game as a whole as a pikmin fan but there are alot of small issues that add up.… Expand
  29. NicoBelic7
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Way improved on all aspects I'm already halfway through and I'd be glad to see expanding it furthermore with more challenging side stories as DLC in the future.
  30. srestronci
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 is exactly what the fans of the saga expected after all of the waiting since the third entry in the series. Pikmin 4 has the best of all the previous games combined giving the perfect Pikmin game we could expect. But, also, manages to work perfectly for all the newcomers. Definitely, this is the best Pikmin game in the series.
  31. atlassteel
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All the enemies, graphics, gameplay, and characters feel so alive! The difficulty is perfectly balanced especially with the final boss with so many references to previous games. It was worth the wait!… Expand
  32. Denominator
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 is one of the greatest games I have played ever and what I believe to be the game of the year. Pikmin 4 releases innovative additions to the already great franchise with different species of pikmin and the dog oatchi who makes the journey you go on a blast. It is very approachable for newcomers and just as good for the OGs, I highly recommend any reader gives this game a chance!
  33. RabbieB
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece. The level design, game sounds, and color palettes are perfect. Challenging enough but can be “laid back”. I find myself enjoying simply 100% each area as much as progressing the story. Great diversity of enemies and environments. They even have a character named “Keesh”. This game has it all.
  34. Barfolemoo
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    Absolutely stunning. incredible level design. the only way to explain it is all the best parts from all the Pikmin games prior, and combining them into one beautiful masterpiece
  35. Aspiring90skid
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Literally the best pikmin in the series by far. The gameplay, the controls, the graphics, the caves, the post credits content, all 100% perfect. I get now why it took 10 years to make this game.
  36. robbywow
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    A true pikWIN, this game is everything I hoped
    it would be over the past 10 years
  37. Chichi16
    Jul 25, 2023
    9
    The game is really good, I loved playing it, however the nights suck a lot, the worst aspect of the game, and the tutorial may be a little long with a lot of things you could skip and a lot of dialogue before you get to the main game, however it is worth it
  38. CptPepsi
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Thisnis truly a Pik Experience of all time, truly a game for the “PikMen” if you will.
  39. Razerpad2
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    Absolute Greatness, We have waited far to long and they delivered every pikmin is balanced and none is overpowered the progression is perfect in Pikmin 4 better than any before (other than hey! Pikmin) Oatchi makes the game better witch I didn't expect
  40. diamondkfc
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    really really good. check it out if you can. it has significantly more content than the other games and is very beginner friendly
  41. Aut_26
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this game and it took me over 30 hours to 100% the areas and complete the post game things. I started this series with Pikmin 3 on my Wii U and I’ve loved Pikmin ever since. I loved how each cave had a different theme and how past enemies were brought back. I also thought it was interesting how they wove dandori battles and challenges into the story. The only thing I felt it was lacking were more multiplayer options such as 2 player story mode and a beloved favorite, bingo battle, and the boss battles were a tiny bit bland, but fun to fight nonetheless. The music lacked a little but I noticed that some enemies had their own music that played when you approached them, such as the Fiery Bulblax. Overall I love this new main installment and hope the series gets the love it deserves.… Expand
  42. YeHs
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 reintroduces old mechanics and concepts from Pikmin 1 and 2, while solidifying many introduced in Pikmin 3, polishing and modernizing them, creating a well rounded game with just the right amount of fan service, and the most content of any game in the series.
  43. Bananaboy72
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Amazing game with tons of treasure for you Pikmin to collect. Would definitely recommend for anyone getting in to Pikmin for the first time.
  44. Dani008x
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 is a masterpiece, the best game in the saga, is beautiful and is so relaxing, Nintendo best saga
  45. ChckenMan
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing game that looks beautiful, and is really fun to play. Only downside is the co-op was a little disappointing but 2 player dandori battles made up for that in my opinion. I would highly recommend this game to anyone that hasn't tried out the series yet.
  46. Tomato_Joe
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This is the most fun Pikmin game that i have ever played everything feels like it has been thought through so thoroughly and every idea that it has feels like it reaches its fullest potential i really can’t think of a single negative
  47. SnooTheCrituque
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    FANTASTIC
    I think this is one of the best game i ever played
    The gameplay is entertaining, the graphic doesnt look bad
    The only annoying part is that the tutorial guys always stop you for advising you things that you may know yet
    Still a 10 out of 10
  48. Linkr
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Slow start for all the tutorials, but the rest of the game is just a treat to play. Steady difficulty curve with tons of assists for less skilled players. All of it optional as well, so you can customize your difficulty.
  49. G4bbe
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game with new features, improved graphics and a funny part about it is the fact that Captain Olimar became one of the Pikmin… Expand
  50. Kiyomaru
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pikmin 4 is a very complete gameplay that combines the experience of franchise so far. The volume is enough, the replay value is high, and you can enjoy it for a long time.… Expand
  51. GreenRose
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 2 was my favorite game for 13 years of my life, and what changed my mind? Pikmin 4, absolutely amazing game, it blew my expectations out of the water!
  52. yeahyeahbeebiss
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    i’d never played a pikmin game before this one but the demo alone was so genuinely wonderful i had to pre-order it. needless to say this game is absolute peak please buy it
  53. LoganTheRed
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    As someone who's had to wait a decade for Pikmin 3 and now a Decade for 4 I can say it is worth the wait. So much content crammed into a beautiful world. Easily one of the best looking games on the switch and literally the only problem I have with it is that the lock on is a little strong.
  54. harunorange
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    Ive played pikmin 1 and 2 and i can say that pikmin 4 is definitely the most fun out of those 3. The graphics and the new strategy thats implemented greatly increased my satisfaction from playing a pikmin game. The graphics and gameplay is super good.
  55. Tis4Tru
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 is all of the good parts in the previous games into one. I couldn't stop playing it and once I 100% completed it my hands were sore. Any new Pikmin players will be delighted to know that its extremely newbie friendly but its just hard enough where there is a challenge. Also I will die for Oatchi
  56. andrezinho096
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    jogo muito bom unico jogo que te encentiva a fazer 100% unica parte ruin e que tem muitos dialogos desnecessario mas resto e so diversao
  57. BluePikmins
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    An AMAZING game! This is my first ever pikmin game and i enjoyed it, ALOT! The visuals are probably one of the best on the nintendo switch exclusive games,the gameplay and environment is so charming.

    Hopefully, the next game will be out in less than 5 years
  58. Big_Yoshi_
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    I love this game !
    This game is now my favorite game !
    I don't know why I love it !
    Nintendo, you have broke thé pikmin lore...
    The game is now real after 10 years !

    Thanks Nintendo ! Thanks Pikmin !
  59. DialLeSarten
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    Perfecto en casi todos sus puntos de vista, buen gameplay, buenos pikmin, buenos modos de juego
  60. klainer
    Jul 27, 2023
    10
    Great Game. Way better then expected. Excellent Graphics and Gameplay. Highly recommend this Switch Game, even for beginners.
  61. ecstaticwoop
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is awesome but my review got deleted for whatever reason so you don't get a review. The game's way too massive for a review anyway. I tried. I almost went crazy. In a rubber room with rats. Rats make me crazy. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA… Expand
  62. Davi_Jacinto
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    PIKIMIN 4 é um dos melhores jogos que eu joguei ele consegue inovar e ultrapassar seus antessesores e tirando algums problemas dos seus antessesores é um jogo perfeito.
  63. ascintillating6
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    When Pikmin 4 was announced I was incredibly excited, but also full of concern. The new camera perspective, the addition of Oatchi - this wasn't the Pikmin I love! However, I just completed the game and adored every minute of it. As a fan of the series I've always hoped that it would have its time in the sun and grow a bigger following. I really think that this is the game to do it, andWhen Pikmin 4 was announced I was incredibly excited, but also full of concern. The new camera perspective, the addition of Oatchi - this wasn't the Pikmin I love! However, I just completed the game and adored every minute of it. As a fan of the series I've always hoped that it would have its time in the sun and grow a bigger following. I really think that this is the game to do it, and the franchise will finally get the recognition it deserves.

    The graphics are beautiful, the areas are big, the controls are a lot more polished, and the game is huge. My biggest gripe with Pikmin 3 was its short length. 4 makes up for it with a bounty of content. The new perspective that I was initially worried about turned out to be an amazing improvement on the traditional fairly fixed camera of Pikmin 1-3. 4 allows for that top-down perspective when you want it, but having the third person view was wonderful, immersive and made it possible to appreciate the surrounds so much more.

    The behavior of the pikmin is also a lot more sophisticated. They get stuck when following a lot less, and when they do, they'll often intelligently reroute themselves to get around obstacles.

    I love the Dandori segments. Finishing them was easy enough, but getting a platinum medal on each provided plenty of challenge. I loved attempting each level multiple times, finding ways of being more efficient with each attempt.

    The list of creatures is impressive, old and new. And so is the number of treasures. I enjoyed collecting them, looking forward to seeing what each would be named. So many of them made me smile. And I hardly ever smile.

    If the rating system allowed, I'd give Pikmin 4 a 9.8/10. There are elements that I feel could be improved. The co-op is such a step backwards from Pikmin 3 - only being able to throw pebbles as a second player is such a disappointment. While I loved the sound design, most of the music was only okay and very forgettable. I loved hearing some music from previous entries return.

    The night mode I could have done without. I understand why they did it the way they did, and it is successful in being a change of pace and making the content more varied. But I didn't look forward to doing the night missions even once and would have preferred them to be more like regular exploration, but with really tough and aggressive enemies. I missed my platoon of pikmin.

    This game is even more effective in making my heart sink when I lose any pikmin. I loved the new ice pikmin and thought they made an amazing addition to the team. The new glow pikmin I felt nothing for. I didn't like their design and they felt void of personality.

    I would have loved an online mode for Dandori. This seems like such a wasted opportunity. As one of the probably five people in the entire world who loved Bingo Battle in Pikmin 3 and played it regularly, I was anticipating missing it, but this makes up for it and is actually an improvement as a multiplayer mode.

    Having mentioned these negatives, they didn't detract from my experience with what I feel is a masterpiece of a game. If you've enjoyed previous Pikmin entries, play this one. If you've never played a Pikmin game, play this one.    … Expand
  64. sunnysunniva
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    Absolutely incredible addition to the Pikmin series. I had a lot of fun playing. This combined all the best elements of the 3 previous games and made it so fun to play. 100/10 recommend.
  65. BootySniffer
    Jul 29, 2023
    10
    I have never played a Pikmin game before, but after playing this one I am hooked and want to go back and play the originals. It’s just an amazing game.
  66. swagmin29
    Jul 30, 2023
    10
    by far the best pikmin game ive played, ive seen people rip at the coop mechanics and how it isnt like traditional coop where you would be able to control another captain, however i personally enjoy this type of 2 player gameplay even more :D both being the pebble pitcher and player 1 are both engaging and fun :D
  67. OverOblivion
    Jul 30, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game. Game of the year? No. Not even close, but it is by far the best pikmin title thus far. Spoiler, rock pikmin can OH just about anything.… Expand
  68. Kafei
    Jul 30, 2023
    10
    Pikmin 4 has been my favorite game to release in the past few years. It’s such a breath of fresh air and I’m addicted to the Night Expeditions.
  69. ntb3
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    this game is a master piece. as soon as i booted it up i was transferred 1 million dollars directly into my bank acoutn
  70. chiwykun
    Jul 31, 2023
    10
    The 10 year wait was sure worth it, I have been a Pikmin fan since I have memory and this game most definetly meets the standarts, the characters are charming and funny, the new pikmin types are creative alongside the enemies, the story is quite interesting and the graphics are one of the best in the Nintendo Switch System. It has a lot of content, yet it never feels like it is overdoingThe 10 year wait was sure worth it, I have been a Pikmin fan since I have memory and this game most definetly meets the standarts, the characters are charming and funny, the new pikmin types are creative alongside the enemies, the story is quite interesting and the graphics are one of the best in the Nintendo Switch System. It has a lot of content, yet it never feels like it is overdoing itself nor does it ever get overwhealming, the ammount of caves may seem too much at first, but the creativity of each cave and boss fight makes it worth it, and the best part, if you dont want to go through all of the caves, you dont need to! there is only a few caves to be completed for you to complete the game, so if you dont like 100% games, you still can enjoy it! The new night mode is a good twist to the gameplay, where you finally get to go to the world of PNF-404 at night, where you have to fend off multiple monsters in order to win, only a few are needed to play in order to complete the game, so if you dont like the game mode, you are not forced to play it either! Overall a good time for both hardcore fans and casual players! 100% would recommend.… Expand
  71. jahnotreal
    Aug 1, 2023
    9
    This game contains everything a video game needs to be a perfect 10: Beautiful graphics made even more impressive by running on underpowered switch hardware. A truly unique and addicting gameplay loop. A great mix of both simple and complex level design. Wonderful post game content, and a surprisingly diverse variety of pikmin, enemies, modes, and level environments to encounter. TheThis game contains everything a video game needs to be a perfect 10: Beautiful graphics made even more impressive by running on underpowered switch hardware. A truly unique and addicting gameplay loop. A great mix of both simple and complex level design. Wonderful post game content, and a surprisingly diverse variety of pikmin, enemies, modes, and level environments to encounter. The story, while fairly simple, is cute and fits well into this package Nintendo has created. That being said, this game has one fatal flaw that prevents it from resonating as a perfect 10: The dialogue! Pikmin 4’s dialogue is an absolute nightmare to get through. The writing is corny, it’s stretched very thin with many characters stating the obvious, and it often finds itself explaining the solutions to puzzles without letting you try to figure things out on your own first. Pikmin 3 had much better dialogue and writing, so it was very disappointing to see Pikmin 4 downgrade.

    Overall I think this is still a must play Nintendo Switch title. I hope this series can continue to grow because it is incredibly underrated.    … Expand
  72. Shoobalooba
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    yea ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎yea ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎… Expand
  73. stevetogekiss
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Playing Pikmin 4 made me feel a type of joy that I cannot describe. Before this game I would have trouble deciding which was my favorite game but Pikmin 4 made this very clear. The content it has is quality and quantity, the variety it brings from the caves to Oatchi and other things later on just make for a game that I cannot recommend enough.
  74. Pikmin5
    Aug 9, 2023
    9
    I played the demo and I have to say, it's great, honestly can't think of a better game to play than Pikmin 4.
  75. PIKMIN4444
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    **** amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  76. CD47
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Longest game in the series, best final boss of the series, and of course,



    dog(s)
  77. Pikjoyer82
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game ever! The graphics are amazing and I love moss, best game ever in history… Expand
  78. HappyCube
    Aug 10, 2023
    10
    An absolutely lovely game that has smothered my life. I would highly recommend it even if you have never played a Pikmin game before.
  79. Turok2008
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time, brings some of the best aspects from previous Pikmin games back and improves them. 10/10
  80. Fiddlebert_
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    An absolute masterpiece, perfectly balances cave exploration and surface discovery.
  81. starrcrossed42
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    The best entry in the series yet. One of the best games on the Switch by far. You are missing out if you don’t buy this game. It’s truly just a joy to play. Couldn’t recommend it enough!
  82. Koelkast14
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very fun game. I've only played 3 deluxe so far, but I think this one might be the superior game. The visuals are so damn good! The variety in enemies, constantly encountering new enemies, the boss fights, the caves, the level design, Oatchi, the dandori tests... almost everything is perfect!

    I really like that you need to upgrade your onion to be able to have more pikmin in your squad. Farming in the beginning so you already have 100 pikmin is boring in my opinion. Constantly expanding your squad is very rewarding!

    The multiplayer mode isn't that great though. Missed opportunity to make P2 control Oatchi, but I could see the problems that would arise (e.g. how would entering caves work?).

    After rescuing Olimar in the 4th area, I thought the game was over. Luckily, I was wrong! 2 whole new areas to explore, a side mode where Olimar needs to collect his missing ship parts within a time limit and a challenging big dandori test to obtain some special items; this game is beefy (especially if you try to get platinum medals)!

    The night mode is a refreshing twist on the Pikmin formula. But I'm sad to say that it's quite repetitive and almost all stages are pretty easy to beat (apart from the last area!). I switched between night mode, the regular story and Olimar's side mode so I wouldn't have a burnout on constantly playing the nightmode. I wish we could have explored the area freely though. Tower defense is fun and all, but you're still "stuck" on a small portion of the area, constantly defending.

    The new pikmin types are decent. Both ice and glow pikmin are quite overpowered. Freezing an enemy with ice pikmin makes them very easy to kill with your other pikmin and Oatchi. But being able to freeze water is very "cool"! Glow pikmin rarely die, making the night mode even easier!

    Some people say that the intro sequence is very long, but I don't mind honestly. Setting up the story and introducing many new players to the franchise needs some time! It might lead to people not wanting to continue playing the game, but after the first area the dialogue drastically decreases.

    All in all, I highly recommend this game. If you are a hardcore pikmin fan, or if you have never played a pikmin game before, or if you are pretty new to the series (like me); I bet you are gonna have a good time!    … Expand
  83. Betagoblin
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    As a fan of the series that has played every game in the franchise before Pikmin 4, I can say that Pikmin 4 has gone above and beyond the expectations I had for the game. It has both quantity and quality of gameplay and I found myself greatly enjoying every second I played. To anyone on the fence about buying this game, do it. I promise you will not regret your purchase.
  84. dragonchickener
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing mesh of the previous games with caves and all returns Pikmin types (except bulbmin) with new and returning enemies including variants of older enemies. The missions and upgrades are super useful and the hidden upgrades are nods to previous games which are very enjoyable. The double set of credits also help elongate the game more with an exciting twist and a final boss that wouldn't be expected. All in all it was a blast to play and I hope it gets dlc so I can see my little pikmin more.… Expand
  85. a1bros
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    This is a 10/10 game no doubt. Gameplay is fun, and there is a lot of tutorial and things to learn at first, lots of features that arent completely necessary but still are fun. Building up your little colony is fun. Overall, the game is just so satisfying that it is hard to stop playing. Just an extremely enjoyable, fun, simple game that anyone could enjoy. One of the best games ofThis is a 10/10 game no doubt. Gameplay is fun, and there is a lot of tutorial and things to learn at first, lots of features that arent completely necessary but still are fun. Building up your little colony is fun. Overall, the game is just so satisfying that it is hard to stop playing. Just an extremely enjoyable, fun, simple game that anyone could enjoy. One of the best games of the decade. Definitely one of the most unique game series of all time, and this game delivered.… Expand
  86. thiccboy99
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    this game is good the caves are better than 2 there are all the pikmin expect bulbmin my child where are you but this game is good
  87. Tifolle
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    A BANGER!! I spend very good time on this game, and it was so cool!!! I really enjoy it!! All is perfect in this Pikmin 4! Congratulations Nintendo!
  88. Jamine
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    I feel like my summer vacation ended with this game. I really enjoyed this game, which was like a culmination of everything I've done so far. I like 2, but this time the system was really good. I am looking forward to the next one
  89. idontknow0
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Amazing game! Hadn't played a pikmin game before this, but was really excited to try a pikmin game for the first time, and this game absolutely delivered. It was so fun to play through this game, still going through the post game though and it's been great so far. 100% would recommend 10/10 game
  90. TheCreb23
    Sep 4, 2023
    9
    An amazing game. So far the best Pikmin game I've played. The immersive area, the enemies, and the introduction to Oatchi. Pikmin 4 is like the Super Smash Bros Ultimate of Pikmin. Everything is available, and it's amazing. It brings a good amount of challenges as well, not making it too easy. Although the survey corps can be a bit annoying, they can help you out as well, but always areAn amazing game. So far the best Pikmin game I've played. The immersive area, the enemies, and the introduction to Oatchi. Pikmin 4 is like the Super Smash Bros Ultimate of Pikmin. Everything is available, and it's amazing. It brings a good amount of challenges as well, not making it too easy. Although the survey corps can be a bit annoying, they can help you out as well, but always are bombarding you with messages and cutscenes. Although the game has a few flaws, it's still so amazing that Nintendo pulled this off.… Expand
  91. Guyman72
    Sep 4, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is clearly the best pikmin game and easily will be game of the year. The gameplay loop is incredibly fun and addicting! And by the end makes me want more.

    There are a few flaws that prevent it from being a perfect 10/10.

    First is the tutorial.......... IT DRAGS ON. IT DOESN'T SEEM TO END. Its was okay for my first time playing because I didn't understand half the things it was throwing at me. BUT REALLY THE SECOND TIME AROUND TOOK HOURS..... THE TUTORIAL ALONE IS EASILY 2 HOURS TO COMPLETE.

    The second problem of the game is a small problem, the plot. Its really boring, I get why they did the crash landing (I would be disappointed if they stopped making crash landings part of the plot) but really? "Olimar crash landed on PNF 404! He calls for help. The rescue corps arrive! Uh oh they also crash land. This isn't even mentioning how they re-use sparklium and they reboot the plot of the previous games.

    The third and final flaw is the difficulty. It takes well over 10 HOURS for anything that isn't BABY FOOD. IT TAKES TILL AREA 5 FOR THINGS TO GET MILDLY CHALLENGING. Oh yeah ENEMIES DON'T RESPAWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHICH MEANS IN LIKE 1 DAY OF BEING AT AN AREA IT WILL BECOME A FREAKING BARRAN DESERT WITH CORPSES LAYING AROUND. IT WILL LOOK LIKE A WARZONE. NOTHING STANDING. EVERYTHING IS A CORPSE. THE PIKMIN HAVE DOMINATED EVERY. LAST. CREATURE.

    To this masterpiece's credit there are a few challenging parts. Like the fourth area's nightmode and the post game's night mode was nothing to scoff at (But I personally struggled more on the pre post game night mode). The final area has a few challenging parts. Specific dungeons called "Oasis of order" (A challenge level) And "Cavern for a king". There is also a hidden dungeon unlocked after beating a side mode called "Trial of the sage leaf" Which is a series of 10 slightly challenging challenge stages.

    Ps- The dandori battles later game should have gotten harder

    Overall the game is incredibly fun, very relaxing and overall my pick for game of the year.

    Ps- Autolock on is cause for half of my pikmin deaths    … Expand
  92. Manquele
    Sep 11, 2023
    0
    Hola, vengo a darle un 0, porque mi amigo dice que es mejor que FF16, un saludo que siga esta pagina tan buena como siempre
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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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