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Pikmin 4

Pikmin 4 is the latest installment in Nintendo's real-time strategy puzzle series. The game sees players take on the role of a Rescue Corps rookie as they explore a strange and unusual planet with the help of their fellow Rescue Corps team members, their loyal space pup Oatchi, and, of course, the titular Pikmin. 

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Franchise:
Pikmin
Platform:
Switch
Released:
July 21, 2023
Developer:
Nintendo
Publisher:
Nintendo
Genre:
Puzzle, Adventure
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Pikmin 4: Every Pikmin In The Game, Ranked

Pikmin 4 introduced several new types of Pikmin. Here's how all the new ones, and returning ones, rank up against each other.

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Pikmin 4 has received great reviews, but the game isn't without its flaws. Here's what Nintendo could still fix.

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Pikmin 4: 8 Things We Want To See In A Sequel

There are a couple of things players wish to see in a Pikmin sequel, now that Pikmin 4's successful launch has passed.

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Pikmin 4's Onion is a Refreshing Change

The Pikmin series has been trying to figure out how Pikmin's Onions work since the beginning, and Pikmin 4's version may be the best one yet.

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Pikmin 4's Dandori Battles Have One Major Flaw

Pikmin 4's Dandori Battles can be a lot of fun with friends, but Nintendo made some strange choices with its UI that can be pretty distracting.

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Recover all treasures, Onions, and Castaways on the Blossoming Arcadia level in Pikmin 4 with some help.

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Why Pikmin 4's Oatchi is the Perfect Companion for the Franchise

While Pikmin 4's Oatchi could have felt like a gimmick, Nintendo made sure that it was the perfect fluffy companion for players.

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How Pikmin 4's Simple Story Defines the Game's Character

The Pikmin series has always shined in its simplicity, and that charm is most apparent in Pikmin 4's funny story and charismatic characters.

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Pikmin 4 May Be the Best Starter RTS Around

The RTS genre is filled with complex games that take a lot of focus, but Pikmin 4 aims to change that by simply being a laid back adventure.

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Pikmin 4 Makes a Case for a Pikmin-Flavored Breath of the Wild Clone

The Pikmin series has always had a smaller scope, but the next entry could take the concept to an entirely different level akin to Breath of the Wild.

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Pikmin 4’s Post-Launch Content Should Include the Return of One Iconic Character

The Pikmin series' most popular menace seems to have been relegated to side character status in Pikmin 4, but hopefully DLC fixes that.

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Pikmin 4 Is a Big Success So Far

Pikmin 4 sells extremely well during the first week after its official launch, and becomes a huge hit, surpassing the sales of previous titles.

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Pikmin 4 Missed a Huge Opportunity With Co-Op

Pikmin 4 could have featured a fantastic co-op campaign like Pikmin 3 Deluxe, but instead the mode felt like nothing more than an afterthought.

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Everything That Changed Between Pikmin 3 And Pikmin 4

These are some of the biggest changes between Pikmin 3 & Pikmin 4.

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Releasing Pikmin 1 & 2 For Switch Was a Great Hype-Builder for Pikmin 4

The Pikmin series has been out of the spotlight for a little while now, but the recent resurgence of Pikmin content has made it popular again.

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Most Beautiful Locations In Pikmin 4, Ranked

Pikmin 4 demonstrates just how visually impressive games on the Switch can still be, despite the system being around for quite a few years.

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Pikmin 4: 10 Beginner Tips & Tricks

With the latest release of Pikmin 4, here are some tips for players who are new to the series and have yet to experience it for the first time.

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Pikmin 4: What to Do After Completing the Main Story

Its main story may be a relatively short one when all's said and done, but there's a surprising amount of post-game content crammed into Pikmin 4.

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Night Time Exploration Gives Pikmin 4 a Whole New Feel

The Pikmin series has always taught players to be afraid of the dark, but Pikmin 4's new nighttime exploration missions change all that.

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Future Pikmin Games Should Shake Up The Formula a Bit

The Pikmin series has followed the same story beats for four entries now, and it may be time to shake up the core concept a bit for future titles.

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