The much-anticipated Pikmin 4 release date has gamers on tenterhooks since the announcement trailer dropped, accelerating the excitement for this upcoming game. The overview trailer showed us our new furry friend, Oatchi the Dog, and introduced us to new Pikmin types, such as the Glow Pikmin and Ice Pikmin.
For all your real-time strategy fans out there, we recommend downloading and giving the demo a whirl. It’s a tad surreal to realise that it’s been nearly a decade since the launch of Pikmin 3. Die-hard Pikmin fans have already shown their patience for ten long years — indeed, a fortnight more is bearable. However, if the wait is too long, we have a few suggestions below to keep you occupied.
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Pikmin 4 Release Date
Nintendo has confirmed that Pikmin 4 will be released on Nintendo Switch on July 21, 2023, which happens to be on a Friday. Thanks to Nintendo for releasing such a long-awaited game on a Friday so we can play all weekend. Unlike some game companies, which make us take a couple of days off from work to enjoy a game on Pikmin 4 release date. Meanwhile, you can download and play the Pikmin 4 demo and get even more excited about the upcoming release.
Suppose this still doesn’t satisfy your Pikmin needs. In that case, you can always download the Pikmin 1+2 bundle from the Nintendo Store or revisit the Nintendo Switch classic, Pikmin 3. The possibilities are endless for playing Pikmin on the Nintendo Switch.
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Pikmin 4 Gameplay
If you have been a fan of the Pikmin franchise since 2001, you know what Pikmin are already. Pikmin are plant people that can be commanded to do many different things to help you achieve your goals.
There are different types of Pikmin, and they all have different traits and abilities. Red Pikmin are resistant to fire, Blue Pikmin love water, and Yellow Pikmin aren’t shocked by electricity. There are other types of Pikmin, such as White Pikmin, Winged Pikmin, and more. You will have to pick up the Pikmin 4 to see what all the different types of Pikmin do.
The storyline is that you crash land on a planet, and you employ the help of Oatchi the Rescue Dog and different types of Pikmin to help fix your spaceship and return to your planet. The game feels like a traditional Pikmin game with some extra added adventure/exploration.
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Is Pikmin 4 Like Pikmin 3?
Yes, from watching the content Nintendo has put out about the game and also from playing the demo, we can safely say that the gameplay for Pikmin 4 will be similar to Pikmin 3. You will visit different maps during the day that have already been generated, and at night you will return to your camp.
Of course, there are changes and upgrades from the previous games, such as a character creation page, no time limit on campaign missions and also, in a Diablo-like manner, the most challenging missions are left in the underground, like dungeons. Oh, and, of course, a new close-up-like camera angle.
Nintendo has stated that they wanted to build a less stressful and more accessible game from the previous instalments. This may be done with the more casual player in mind. This is a significant upgrade to have more people play this game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Pikmin 4 Have Story Mode?
Yes, one of the strengths of the Pikmin franchise is its encompassing exciting storylines. Pikmin 4 will also have many different side quests you can do, such as Dandori Challenges, treasure hunts, underground dungeons and extra brutal enemies. You can find the entrances to these dungeons throughout the world.
What Platforms Will Pikmin 4 Be Released For?
Like previous Pikmin games, this one, too, will be a Nintendo Switch exclusive. Unfortunately, you won’t be playing this game soon if you don’t have a Nintendo Switch system. We rarely see Nintendo-exclusive games ported to other consoles that aren’t Nintendo. So if you think you’ll be playing this game on something else, it must be a new Nintendo system in the future.
Is Pikmin 4 Multiplayer?
Yes — it will have multiplayer when Pikmin 4 release date comes. The official Nintendo webpage for the game states, “Get help from a second player in the Story mode! Using an on-screen pointer, your co-op buddy can throw pebbles at enemies to stun them and unleash useful items in your inventory.”
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