Admit it, Switch exclusive games rarely drop in priceit’s a shame for players who don’t have between €45 and €60 to put into a cartridge, no matter the quality of the title. So when a great exclusive is on sale, like today, it’s time to treat yourself.
- EXPLORE AN UNKNOWN PLANET
Following a crash landing on a mysterious and remote planet, a group of space travelers desperately await the arrival of help. Will you be up to the task? Follow the trail of their distress signals and venture onto an unknown planet populated by strange creatures.
Luckily, some of them are friendly! Meet the Pikmin: these valiant creatures may be small in size, but they are strong in numbers. Grow them, herd them, and guide them through all sorts of challenges.
Explore your surroundings, hunt for treasure in vast open areas, battle wild creatures, solve puzzles and rescue lost travelers.
- AN ADORABLE CANINE COMPANION
Also along for the adventure is the adorable rescue dog Otchin. This loyal companion can destroy obstacles, move heavy objects, and carry you and the Pikmin as he accompanies you on your travels.
Otchin can also learn to jump, swim, or quickly charge enemies. With his help and that of the Pikmin, no challenge will be too great for you!
Pikmin come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Use their cooperative spirit and strategic skills to overcome the challenges that await you.
Your party can only have three different types of Pikmin at a time, so choose wisely which ones to bring with you! Those who don’t come with you will stay safe in the Onion, which serves as both a nest and a ship.
- GO TREASURE HUNT!
During your adventure, you will discover raw materials that can be used to build bridges, craft useful equipment, and much more.
Also, keep your eyes peeled for anything that shines! These finds are treasures that contain lumium, a valuable energy source. Use it to upgrade your ship’s power to access new areas of the planet.
Explore and play at your own pace, but don’t forget to gather your Pikmin and bring them all back to your ship before nightfall!
- EXPLORE MYSTERIOUS CAVES
Devious puzzles, strange creatures, and fearsome bosses await you in the planet’s many caves. Time flows differently, so you can explore their depths at your own pace, but be careful, because the Onion won’t be able to join you down there.
Luckily, you’ll also find plenty of wild Pikmin in some caves ready to help you. Explore every level of these underground mazes in every nook and cranny, get your hands on treasures, and rescue any castaways.
If things go wrong, don’t hesitate to return to the surface to try your luck another day!
- THE ART OF EFFICIENCY
Put your organizational skills to the test in Dandori duels to take on solo… or against an opponent, together on the same console.
Guide your Pikmin and collect as many treasures and creatures as possible within the allotted time.
When playing with two players, race to collect power-ups and improve your score, and collect surprise capsules to rain lightning or rocks on your opponent. May the most efficient one win!